Student - Affinity Group Coordinator | HOLA

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The opportunity

Job Summary:

Southern New Hampshire University is committed to enriching student life by creating a campus culture grounded in engagement, inclusion, and leadership. With the goal of creating an environment that promotes cultural awareness, inclusivity, and growth the Office of Diversity Programs is seeking a student leader to serve as an Affinity Group Facilitator for H.O.L.A (Hispanic Organization for Latin Awareness), an affinity group supporting Hispanic/Latinx students and celebrating Latinx heritage, identity, and community. Affinity Group Facilitators plan, organize and facilitate weekly meetings which provide opportunities for participants/students to learn about themselves, actively engage with others, and celebrate specific shared identities. The Affinity Group Facilitator will demonstrate commitment to the departmental mission and values alongside a sensitivity and care for students from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and identities. The facilitator will develop key career-readiness competencies including leadership, equity & inclusion, communication, and critical thinking.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan and facilitate weekly group meetings (10-13 per semester), designing content and gathering materials that promote self-awareness, community engagement, and learning.

Competencies: Leadership, Critical Thinking, Communication, Equity & Inclusion

• Foster a respectful and inclusive environment that affirms multiple identities, values diverse perspectives, and encourages open dialogues.

Competencies: Equity & Inclusion, Teamwork, Professionalism

• Serve as a campus connector, directing students to relevant university services, opportunities, and support resources.

Competencies: Communication, Career & Self-Development

• Promote H.O.L.A. through strategic outreach, including event tabling, print and digital marketing, and peer-to-peer engagement to build group awareness and membership.

Competencies: Technology, Communication, Leadership

• Manage key administrative responsibilities, including roster, budget requests, survey results, and end-of-semester reporting that reflects on group impact and personal leadership development.

Competencies: Critical Thinking, Technology, Career & Self-Development

• Author mid-year and end-of-year reflections, summarizing topics covered, group feedback, recruitment efforts, and your own growth as a peer facilitator.

Competencies: Career & Self-Development, Critical Thinking, Communication

• Participate in ongoing professional development, including monthly team meetings, biweekly supervision, and logistics planning, with a commitment to learning and collaboration.

Competencies: Career & Self-Development, Teamwork, Professionalism

• Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental goals and student engagement.

Competencies: Adaptability, Professionalism, Teamwork

Minimum Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion concepts and a demonstrated commitment to supporting underrepresented identities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across differences
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism in all interactions
• Prior leadership or peer facilitation experience preferred
• Basic comfort with digital platforms, email, and shared files
• Valid driver's license and ability to become an SNHU-approved driver
• Current undergraduate or graduate day program student enrolled in classes andin good academic and community standing
• Students with Federal Work-Study may be prioritized

We believe real innovation comes from inclusion - where different experiences, perspectives and talents are celebrated. So if you're wondering whether SNHU is right for you, take the leap and apply. You might be just the person we're looking for.

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