Administrative Volunteer

Our mission statement is To strengthen communities through initiatives to redefine, rediscover, and rebuild the manufacturing sector in the knowledge economy.

Manufacturing Renaissance principally engages in the following programs, projects, and services

• Build broad coalitions representing our High Road partnerships, such as the Chicago Manufacturing Renaissance Council;
• Act as an intermediary to manufacturing companies in all aspects of recruitment, training, finance, production, networking, succession, planning, and technical assistance;
• Provide research and analysis on specific companies and communities identifying relevant opportunities and challenges to rebuilding the advanced manufacturing sector;
• Develop effective public policy, legislation, and public engagement in these initiatives; and
• Provide effective communications and media operations that reflect the experience, challenges, and richness of these efforts locally and globally.

,

Are you organized, detail-oriented, enjoy supporting collaboration, and helping mission-driven work move forward? Manufacturing Renaissance is seeking a Research and Convening Administrative Volunteer to support our strategic initiatives focused on ownership diversity, industry retention, and workforce development. This is an excellent opportunity for students, emerging professionals, or experienced administrators who want to contribute their skills while supporting a more inclusive and sustainable manufacturing sector.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct research to support manufacturing ecosystem development, worker ownership transitions, and early warning network strategies
• Assist with drafting and formatting policy briefs, training materials, reports, and presentations
• Prepare meeting agendas, take minutes, and track follow-up action items for advisory groups and partner meetings
• Organize digital files and administrative records related to programs and grants
• Support data entry, document review, and quality assurance processes
• Assist with coordinating internal meetings and occasional stakeholder engagements with community and industry partners

What We Provide

• Orientation and training on MR’s programs and theory of change
• Exposure to manufacturing policy, community wealth building strategies, and cooperative conversion efforts
• Hands-on experience in nonprofit research, administration, and program development

What We Ask

• Weekly commitment of 3-5 hours
• Strong organizational, research, and writing skills
• Attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information
• Comfort working independently with minimal supervision
• Interest in manufacturing, economic development, nonprofit administration, or public policy

Interested?

Share your resume and then contact us at [email protected]