Youth Mentees - St. Cloud

CAIRO Youth Mentee Job Posting

Organization: Center for African Immigrants and Refugees Organization (CAIRO)

Position: Youth Mentee

Position Type: Temporary, Part-Time

Hours: 12–18 hours per week

Duration: 6 to 12 weeks with the possibility of extension on a case-by-case basis depending on funding availability, program needs, and the Youth Mentee's commitment, performance, and continued interest.

Compensation

• $15.00 per hour (or grant-approved hourly wage).
• Paid bi-weekly.
• Temporary part-time position.

About CAIRO

The Center for African Immigrants and Refugees Organization (CAIRO) is a culturally specific nonprofit dedicated to advancing educational success, workforce development, community safety, health equity, and housing stability for immigrant and refugee families across Central Minnesota.

Position Summary

Youth Mentees receive paid work experience while supporting CAIRO's youth programs, mentoring initiatives, family engagement, community outreach, and violence prevention activities. Participants develop leadership, workplace readiness, and career skills in a supportive environment.

Essential Duties

• Provide excellent customer service to clients and visitors.
• Assist with youth mentoring, tutoring, and after-school activities.
• Support family engagement and community outreach events.
• Register participants for programs and events.
• Assist with event setup, cleanup, and organization.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized program spaces.
• Complete light administrative duties including filing and data entry.
• Maintain participant interaction logs.
• Attend required training and mentoring sessions.
• Follow CAIRO policies and maintain professionalism.
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisors.

Minimum Qualifications

• Be 14–24 years of age (or otherwise meet grant eligibility requirements).
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Reside in Minnesota.
• Be able to work 12–18 hours per week.
• Demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and a willingness to learn.
• Successfully complete required hiring paperwork and orientation.

Conditions of Employment

• Completion of all required hiring paperwork.
• Verification of employment eligibility.
• Completion of CAIRO orientation.
• Compliance with Minnesota Department of Public Safety grant requirements.
• Participation in required training and mentoring activities.

Benefits

• Paid work experience
• Leadership development
• Career coaching and mentoring
• Resume and interview preparation
• Professional references upon successful completion
• Financial literacy and workplace readiness training

Equal Opportunity Employer

CAIRO is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve.