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YLI Mentor Recruitment Lunch and Learn

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Name: YLI Mentor Recruitment Lunch and Learn
Date: July 20, 2016
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM CDT
Registration: Register Now
Event Description:
YLI is seeking some new program mentors to add to our team. This opportunity is for college students and working professionals.

About YLI:
Mission
Youth Leadership Initiative (YLI) introduces, develops, and fosters leadership skills among high school sophomores and juniors in the Greater Des Moines region through experiential mentoring and leadership opportunities that enhance self-esteem and encourage involvement in all levels of community life.

Vision
Inspiring participants to impact their community through networking, community engagement, and continuous leadership development; both personally and professionally. To connect young adults to organizations in the Greater Des Moines Region where they can seek out volunteer opportunities and engage with local leadership.

Available positions:
Communications Chair (1) – Sits on Executive Steering Council. Manages a team of 2, plus see below. Reports to Program Director.

Communications (2) – Writes monthly newsletters. Assists with recruitment efforts. Reports to Communications Chair.

Curriculum (2-3) – Assists in the planning and development of 2 sessions a year. Works as a part of a planning team. Reports to Curriculum Development Co-Chairs.

Service Project Coordinator (1-2) – Assists with the planning and execution of 6 service projects that take place all on the same day. Students direct these projects, but this team helps them get started on the process and is a first point of contact. Reports to Service Project Chair.

This is an information session to learn about the YLI program. Attendees will meet with current program mentors, hear from alumni, and learn about the specific volunteer positions. Should attendees choose to volunteer, they will be asked to complete an application and background check at a later time.
Location:
Greater Des Moines Partnership
700 Locust Street, Suite 100
Des Moines, IA 50309

Parking Information: There is a parking ramp located on the corner of 8th and Locust and there is street parking available as well. 
Date/Time Information:
Lunch will be distributed at 11:30 a.m. with a presentation to follow. 
Contact Information:
Nathan Ritz