Mercer University
Mercer Votes Ambassador
As a Mercer Votes Ambassador, you will be a vital link between the Mercer Votes Coalition and the broader Mercer community. As an ambassador, you will provide nonpartisan voting information and assist your peers with registering to vote and making their voting plans. This short-term, grant-funded position will conclude on or before November 15, 2024. Selected ambassadors should anticipate working a maximum of 30 hours total. This role is perfect for individuals who are enthusiastic about fostering civic participation. The ideal candidate must be comfortable with public speaking, as this role will involve classroom presentations and engagement at Mercer Votes tabling events and civic holiday programs. Candidates must qualify for federal work-study and should be current undergraduate students on Mercer's Macon campus. Ideal candidates should have excellent verbal communication skills, an ability to manage their time effectively, and a willingness to collaborate and engage with diverse community members. Key responsibilities include: Community Outreach- Ambassadors will conduct class visits and deliver 15-minute voting presentations. Education and Advocacy- Ambassadors will provide information on voting rights and will assist their peers with creating a voting plan. Event Support- Ambassadors will lead pledge-to-vote tabling events and may assist Mercer's Democracy Fellows with Civic Holiday events, such as National Voter Registration Day. Pay rate: $14 per hour Scheduled hours: 3 Start date: 08/15/2024 End date: 11/15/2024
As a Mercer Votes Ambassador, you will be a vital link between the Mercer Votes Coalition and the broader Mercer community. As an ambassador, you will provide nonpartisan voting information and assist your peers with registering to vote and making their voting plans. This short-term, grant-funded position will conclude on or before November 15, 2024. Selected ambassadors should anticipate working a maximum of 30 hours total. This role is perfect for individuals who are enthusiastic about fostering civic participation. The ideal candidate must be comfortable with public speaking, as this role will involve classroom presentations and engagement at Mercer Votes tabling events and civic holiday programs. Candidates must qualify for federal work-study and should be current undergraduate students on Mercer's Macon campus. Ideal candidates should have excellent verbal communication skills, an ability to manage their time effectively, and a willingness to collaborate and engage with diverse community members. Key responsibilities include: Community Outreach- Ambassadors will conduct class visits and deliver 15-minute voting presentations. Education and Advocacy- Ambassadors will provide information on voting rights and will assist their peers with creating a voting plan. Event Support- Ambassadors will lead pledge-to-vote tabling events and may assist Mercer's Democracy Fellows with Civic Holiday events, such as National Voter Registration Day. Pay rate: $14 per hour Scheduled hours: 3 Start date: 08/15/2024 End date: 11/15/2024