Jobs

Development Manager -- GSA Network is looking to hire a Development Manager who is a results oriented professional eager to build upon and continue to grow our successful development activities.  Based in our San Francisco office, the Development Manager will work very closely with the Executive Director, serve on the senior leadership team, and will supervise the Development and Events Coordinator. We seek a candidate who is prepared to play a leadership role, partnering with the Executive Director, staff, board and youth activists, in building GSA Network’s development capacity for the long-term benefit of LGBT youth and their allies in schools across the U.S.

Development & Events Coordinator -- GSA Network is seeking a highly organized and detail oriented professional who excels at organizing great events.  Based in our San Francisco office, the Development and Events Coordinator will work with a variety of teams comprised of staff, board, and volunteers to organize events that support both our fundraising and programmatic goals; event size and scope varies from intimate house parties for donors to large multi-day events for youth and adult allies.  The Development and Events Coordinator also provides critical administrative support to the Development Manager.   We seek a candidate who is equally adept at meeting event goals, coordinating teams of people, and managing large volumes of detail accurately and seamlessly. 

Executive Assistant -- GSA Network is seeking an energetic and savvy Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the Executive Director and Deputy Director of GSA Network.  Based in San Francisco, the Executive Assistant will work very closely with the Executive Director and Senior Team members to effectively support the day-to-day activities of the organization. The Executive Assistant will be working in a fast-paced environment that requires nimbleness to respond to new demands, sound judgment for solving problems, exceptional people skills and acumen for dealing with confidential and politically sensitive matters. A demonstrated passion for LGBTQ youth leadership and empowerment, an understanding of youth culture, and commitment to social change is required for all positions at GSA Network.  

National Network Manager -- GSA Network is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled professional to manage its national program that supports and builds statewide GSA Networks. The National Network Manager will play a key role in realizing the broad impact and long-term sustainability of GSA Network’s national network building strategy. This position is responsible for the development and management of GSA Network’s existing and new network building efforts, including supporting the core operations of the National Association of GSA Network (a network of 35+ state members), developing and coordinating trainings for other state-level GSA networks, and helping to replicate the GSA Network model in other states. GSA Network’s network building strategy furthers the organization’s mission by expanding its unique youth-driven, state-based program model nationally – adding an important voice to the LGBT, safe schools, and education justice movements. 

Policy Manager -- GSA Network is seeking an experienced and well-rounded Policy Manager to engage youth in policy advocacy at the state level and be part of a team that helps youth translate that experience to policy advocacy in their local community.  Based in San Francisco, the Policy Manager will be responsible for developing and managing GSA Network’s policy advocacy campaigns, engaging LGBTQ and straight ally youth in policy advocacy work at the local and state level, training youth leaders in public policy and civic engagement, participate in organizing an annual Queer Youth Advocacy Day in Sacramento, and participate in organizing the GSA Advocacy & Youth Leadership Academy (GAYLA).

Southern California Program Coordinator -- GSA Network is seeking an energetic and experienced Program Coordinator to engage and organize youth in our programs. Based in Los Angeles, the Program Coordinator will be responsible for training and supporting student leaders in grassroots school-based organizing and program implementation throughout their region. Depending on qualifications of the candidate and program funding, this position may become a Program Manager position.

Internships

GSA Network internships are a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience working in a LGBTQ non-profit setting, working for California's most dynamic LGBTQ youth-driven organization. Interns may work on outreach and technical assistance to GSA clubs, curriculum development, writing program resources, media or press work, lobbying and policy advocacy, event planning, individual donor fundraising, database systems, office support, and many other exciting activities.

Internships are available year round, and are unpaid.  GSA Network can offer school credit for internships.  GSA Network does not have the ability to provide relocation benefits to interested parties.  The job descriptions reflect the essential functions of each internship; they do not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Selections are made as the applicant pool allows and continue until the position is filled.

Current Internships

GSA Network is currently seeking interns for the following positions.

GSA Events Intern - Positions Available in San Francisco and Los Angeles

Safe & Healthy LGBT Youth Project Intern - Positions Available in San Francisco

Research and Policy Intern - Positions Available in San Francisco

Upcoming Summer Internships

GSA Events Intern - Positions Available in San Francisco and Los Angeles

Safe & Healthy LGBT Youth Project Intern - Positions Available in San Francisco

Research and Policy Intern - Positions Available in San Francisco and Los Angeles

GSA Member Services Intern - Position Available in San Francisco

New Media and Design Intern - Position Available in San Francisco

Racial and Economic Justice Project Intern - Position Available in San Francisco

If you are interested in a general internship or other volunteer opportunities, please send us message or email Laura Valdéz at intern@gsanetwork.org.