From June 19–July 28, Drake University will host the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders. Twenty-five fellows from various nations in Africa, age 25–35, will spend nearly six weeks learning from Drake faculty and engaging in the Greater Des Moines community. Learn more at drake.edu/yali. 

We are recruiting two undergraduate or graduate students to work with a collaborative team throughout the course of the Institute. 

Responsibilities:
• With another student coordinator, serve as the main YALI staff points of contact in Drake West Village. Live in Drake West Village in a private room.
• Troubleshoot any issues with keys, laundry, rooms, etc.
• Orient YALI Fellows to campus, walk them to dining hall and classroom at start of the institute
• Assist in mediating interpersonal conflicts between Fellows
• Communicate with Fellows to ensure timeliness to events 
• Attend various YALI site visits, cultural events, and outings
• Help Fellows navigate the bus system 
• Create weekly online evaluation forms and take feedback into consideration
• Take photos, write blogs, and help spread the word of YALI

Work approximately 40 hours a week; nights and weekends required.
Pay rate: $12/hr
Most meals provided, plus a weekly meal allowance

Desired qualifications: 
• Sensitivity to and awareness of other cultures
• Experience resolving conflict
• Organizational skills 

Please submit application to Amanda Martin at amanda.martin@drake.edu no later than Feb. 22. In your application, include a resume, cover letter, and contact information of at least one reference.

Amanda Martin, Assistant Director of Community Engaged Learning