Graduate Assistant for the Ketteler Center for Peace, Justice, and Inclusion Position Available In Allegheny, Pennsylvania

Graduate Assistant for the Ketteler Center for Peace, Justice, and Inclusion
The Graduate Assistant for The Ketteler Center for Peace, Justice, and Inclusion at La Roche University is an exciting, and very hands-on part-time position, serving approximately 20 hours per week. Duties include assisting the Executive Director of The Ketteler Center for Peace, Justice, and Inclusion with programming efforts, research and data collection, social media, being present at La Roche events aligning with the mission of the Center and supporting other offices under the Vice President of Mission. La Roche embraces its Catholic identity while welcoming people of all faiths and backgrounds, fosters global citizenship and creates a community of scholars from around the world. The University empowers all members of the community to become lifelong learners, achieve success in their chosen careers, and promote justice and peace in a constantly changing global society.

GENERAL DUTIES

Supporting social media outreach by building a social media strategy that includes, quotes, polls, and examples of peace and justice happening in real life Developing a database of community contacts who we identify as “agents of peace” and “agents of justice” Creating and maintaining a calendar of events, and incorporating days honoring Agents of Peace and Justice (eg MLK Day) Supporting and developing programing for students supporting the efforts of the Ketteler Center Developing resources to share with stakeholders (eg Top 10 list of Justice oriented documentaries on Netflix) Organizing podcast guests and developing show notes for Ketteler Center Podcast Using Canva/Publisher to create flyers for events, Choosing office swag to give away to students

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Enrollment in a graduate program at La Roche University. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and independently when necessary. Experience in event planning, student leadership, or campus involvement is preferred. Must have a valid driver’s license and get La Roche University van driver certified. Must maintain a GPA of 3.0 in the master’s program of their choice.

PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in event planning. Some familiarity with social media platforms. Student leadership or campus involvement. Familiarity with Christian faith.
Compensation per semester is $3,300 paid on a bi-weekly basis. Review of submissions will begin immediately. Position to begin in August 2025.
In order for applications to be fully processed, a cover letter, resume, and contact information for at least three professional references must accompany a completed application. Candidates subject to background clearances. Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States. LRU will not sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity.
It is the policy of La Roche University to promote equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color creed, age, religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, non-job-related disability or medical condition, or any other legally protected status.