Department: The Office of Belonging and Inclusion Location: Diversity Suite, hybrid/remote some days Job Title: Belonging and Inclusion Graduate Assistant

Supervisor: Preeta, Associate Director of Spiritual Life, and EriKa Monfort, Associate Director of Cultural Life

Hours: 15 – 20 hours a week (Disbursed Monday - Friday based on student’s schedule) Compensation: Indicate hourly rate, stipend, etc. The following are important as students make decisions about our program:

$25 hour

Up to 20 hours a week

For 20 weeks of the academic year. 10 weeks Fall semester / 10 weeks Spring semester

Employment Terms: Academic Year: Fall, Spring. Possible Summer. Occasional nights and weekends

Position Description:

The Office of Belonging and Inclusion (OBI) seeks a highly motivated Graduate Assistant with a passion for marketing and media to lead communication strategies and support programs that foster belonging, inclusion, spiritual vitality, and cross-cultural collaboration. Reporting to Preeta, Associate Director of Spiritual Life, and EriKa Monfort, Associate Director of Cultural Life, the Graduate Assistant will be a key member of the OBI team. This role will involve supporting the department's mission through effective strategies to enhance communication, student programming, and serving as link between our office and graduate students. This role will foster strong collaborations with student organizations and implementing innovative community-building initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong creative and design skills, with a proven ability to develop compelling digital and print content, manage social media platforms effectively, and create engaging interactive displays. They will also demonstrate a commitment to supporting programs that foster belonging and inclusion within a diverse campus community. Furthermore, the successful candidate will be creative, flexible, and deeply committed to promoting justice, equity, and well-being for all members of the campus community.

Requirements:

We seek an individual who:

• The Graduate Assistant should be enrolled/enrolling in the Master of Arts in Higher Education in the Lynch School of Education & Human Development.
• Has worked with or open to working with a diverse population of students and community.
• Has a passion for cultivating a culture of belonging and inclusion in a college context.

• Strong skills in social media management and graphic design (e.g., Instagram, Canva, Adobe Suite).
• Proven ability to create compelling marketing content for diverse audiences.
• Commitment to fostering belonging and inclusion, with a passion for justice, equity, and well- being.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Creativity and adaptability to solve problems in innovative ways.
• Must have a growth mindset.

About Us:

The Office of Belonging and Inclusion is a new department within Student Affairs. It is the outcome of merging The Office of Religious and Spiritual Life and Multicultural Identity Programs. We are dedicated to empowering a diverse and inclusive campus community by nurturing a culture where each student experiences a deep sense of belonging and acceptance.

We aim to create a campus environment that prioritizes justice, well-being, diverse worldviews, and inclusive perspectives. Acknowledging the inherent dignity of everyone and the systemic obstacles to equitable learning and living spaces, we actively elevate and assist historically marginalized and underrepresented groups, ensuring everyone's success at Babson and beyond. Grounded in empathy, respect, and intersectionality, we offer programs that celebrate their cultural and religious identities, build intercultural and interfaith connections, and collaboration across diverse backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Marketing and Media (Primary Focus)

• Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote OBI programs, events, and resources.
• Manage OBI’s social media accounts, creating engaging and innovative content to foster

community engagement.

• Design all marketing materials, including flyers, graphics, and newsletters, ensuring they reflect

the office’s mission and appeal to a diverse audience.

• Maintain and curate displays for the Diversity Suite and Reynolds bulletin boards, creating interactive and visually appealing installations that highlight:

• Cultural and religious celebrations.