2023-2024 WPLN Fellowship Application

The 2023-2024 WPLN Fellowship for Nonprofit Management program will employ up to three Fellows to help build the capacity of our organization and State Partners, which identify, engage, and train women on the ground to run for office. Through this program, Fellows will receive mentorship opportunities and hands-on training on practical skills needed to support and scale nonprofits. Each Fellow will support program design, marketing, budgeting, communications, fundraising, data management, and brand building efforts to help WPLN achieve its mission to see more women at decision-making tables.

Requirements

Applicants must be enrolled in an institution of higher education at the AA, BA, or graduate level. Ideal candidates will have a passion for increasing women’s representation in public office, especially those who identify as center- and right-leaning in their political ideology and want to strengthen their knowledge and skills in the nonprofit sector. We are looking for collaborative individuals who are willing to bring their creativity and unique perspectives to the program, operating with honesty and integrity.

Fellows must also commit to working 10 hours per week. Most activities will be done virtually although there will be a couple in-person programs (see below for required event attendance). Fellows will receive a monthly stipend of $1,250.

*At this time, applications are limited to only U.S. Citizens and U.S. permanent residents (i.e. green card holders).

Position Expectations

Under the supervision of the Fellows Director, the Fellow is responsible for accelerating WPLN’s mission through internal and external assignments, including but not limited to:

Assist in the development and implementation of at least two program events (i.e. Facebook Live, in-person training, etc.) to reach more women.
Write at least one blog post per semester, on a subject germane to your work with WPLN.
Design organization marketing materials to support these and other programs as needed, along with other communication needs.
Conduct a research project and present to WPLN Leadership Team & External Partners.
Lead a workshop at the National Summit.

In addition to the above activities, Fellows will have the opportunity to build their networks and nonprofit skills through:

Monthly calls with experts on different aspects of nonprofit management, including marketing, budgeting, management, operations, fundraising, strategic planning, and measurement & evaluation.
Work with members of the WPLN Leadership Team and State Partner Network, along with other leaders in the space, building relationships along the way.
Activities that strengthen your work portfolio including program execution, research projects, and graphic design.

Application Details and Process

To become a WPLN Fellow, you must complete the application by May 31, 2023. Applicants who are selected for a final interview will be asked for a letter of recommendation.

Applications are due by May 31, 2023, at 5 pm PST. Finalists will be interviewed between June 19 - July 28, and offers will be sent on Aug. 1st (responses due on Aug. 4th).

The Fellowship will begin virtually on August 21, 2023, and a mandatory in-person training in Washington, DC will take place on September 8-10, 2023.

Fellows are expected to attend the State Partner Retreat and Leadership Dinner October 19-20, 2023 in DC and the 3rd Annual WPLN Summit in Colorado in April 2024.

Travel Expenses paid for by WPLN for 2023-2024 Fellows Class for any required event travel.

WPLN is committed to making reasonable accommodations for all employees. Anyone with disability related barriers is encouraged to apply.

WPLN is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to creating an environment and team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, styles, and experiences. We encourage all to apply because we believe a diversity of voices leads to better discussions, decisions, and outcomes for everyone.

At this time, applications are limited to U.S. Citizens and U.S. permanent residents (i.e. green card holders).

Please reach out to the WPLN team at hello@womenspublicleadership.net with any questions.

First name*

Last name*

City*

State / Territory*

Email*

Mobile phone number*

Date of birth*

College / University*

Graduation date*

Major / Field of Study*

Resume*

Please upload your CV or resume here.

Twitter username

Facebook URL

LinkedIn URL

What excites you about WPLN's mission?*

Why are you interested in the Fellowship? In particular, what parts of the work are you most excited about? *

What skills would you bring to this position? What skills are looking to build?*

What is one thing you want to change in your community and why?*

Do you see yourself working in the nonprofit sector at some point? If so, what mission are you interested in supporting and what role in the organization would you like to hold?*

What are your goals for the next five years of your professional life? Or what is one experience you would like to have? *

Please list your other paid or unpaid time commitments this upcoming academic year, and how many hours per week you expect each to involve. *

Please rate your skill in each area of expertise on a scale from 1-10, with 1 being no knowledge at all, and 10 being highly proficient.

Graphic Design/Visual Creativity (Canva)*

Writing (blogs, reports, research)*

Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter)*

Public Speaking and Interviewing*

Streamyard, Facebook Live, and/or Zoom*

Microsoft Office Suite*

Is there any other information, background, or context you’d like to share? If so, please provide it here.

Please identify a female leader, public or personal, current or historical, that you admire and submit a plan of how you would feature them in a WPLN Leadership Spotlight Virtual Program. Be sure to address why you chose this individual and what about her leadership style you’d like to emulate. Include the title of the program, description, and interview questions that you would ask her (under 150 words). *