| ID or Reference # | 1154 |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Job Description | Student Spill LLC—often known by the acronym of SPILL, standing for "Supporting Peers in Laid-back Listening"—is an online peer-based support system that allows college students to "spill" their problems via email, and get personalized feedback from other local students with experience in their specific issue. Whether individuals are struggling with roommate problems, homesickness, worries about the future, romantic relationships, body image issues, concerns about sexuality, or even just a bad day, they can go to www.studentspill.com, choose the campus they’re writing in from, and vent about it. Within 24 hours, these anonymous "spillers" receive messages of support from 6-8 of SPILL’s volunteer "student facilitators" who provide feedback, empathy, and resources for that specific problem. Since the process is completely internet-based and both parties are anonymous to one another, SPILL allows students to get unbiased support at all hours of the day, and provides an outlet for venting about everyday stressors that may otherwise remain bottled-up.
This program, then, is a valuable mental health resource for colleges and universities, and can be sold on a membership basis alongside things like Alcohol Awareness programs that typically go for $50-80,000 a year. SPILL originated on the campus University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2008, and has since spread to 4 other colleges in the US, with 7 other campuses in line to receive this program in the summer of 2010. The company will then pursue the market of 5,000+ colleges/universities in the US, the market of 20-30,000 online universities worldwide, and potentially other industries such as high schools, the military, pediatric hospitals, and adult groups. In the last year, the company has won awards such as "Most Investment Ready" company as well as "Most Innovative Startup," as well as over $75,000 in grant money. With potential venture capital funding in line, the company is now looking for the "right people" to help make this nationwide impact. We are therefore looking for seasoned professionals or young professionals with experience in start-ups to fulfill the role of VP-Operations & Finance in the first year, with potential promotion to COO/CFO based on performance. If interested, please email CEO/Founder Heidi Allstop at spillnationals@gmail.com, or visit www.studentspill.com to learn more about the organization's mission. |
| Skills & Requirements | Student Spill LLC is looking for a for a seasoned professional (or an exemplary young professional) with experience in the business world / start-ups to fill the role of VP-Operations & Finance in the first year, with potential for promotion to COO/CFO based on performance. The company is seeking a knowledgeable and passionate candidate who is willing to commit to the company's growth, expand its impact, solidify internal operations/finances, and offer their experience and expertise wholeheartedly. As it is a start-up environment, the candidate must also be willing to accompany the CEO to conferences and on sales presentations to colleges and universities over the first year.
This person must be able to motivate themselves in a small, start-up environment and be driven to see the company succeed and grow. Professional experience is necessary, as the VP would be responsible for internal operations and finances. A well-rounded, personable candidate is strongly preferred, and the candidate must be open to wearing many hats in this position. Passion for the company's mission of "connecting individuals with peers who can relate" is necessary. PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: • Strong verbal and written communications skills • Detail-oriented and organized • Analytical and creative; Good at brainstorming future growth • Independent thinker with common sense and very good problem-solving skills • Knowledgeable about the atmospheres at colleges / academic institutions and mental health / facilities, or interested in researching them to build up expertise • Ability to manage several projects at the same time • Easily accessible and flexible in terms of scheduling and traveling • Personable and presentable – Will be perceived by 1) university personnel as credible, and 2) college students as approachable • Timely response to emails/phone calls • Will be a good image for SPILL when presenting to university personnel, investors, and college organizations (i.e. seems like they’d be in-tune with what college students really want / credible but doesn’t give off the appearance of being an over-reacting, disheveled parent) EXPERIENCE PREFERRED • Bachelor's Degree • Leadership in or relationships with student organization in the past; knowledgeable about college atmosphere and approaching students • Experience / interest in start-ups and growing a company • Experience in strategic development, sales, and finance ***Further info available upon interview |
| Expertise Desired | Business Development Finance Operations Strategy / Planning |
| Job Category | Other |
| Compensation | 0 - 0 Annual Salary |
| Compensation Negotiable | Yes |
| Company | Student Spill, LLC |
| Primary Industry | Education / Training Internet / E-Commerce Other |
| Description | Student Spill LLC—often known by the acronym of SPILL, standing for "Supporting Peers in Laid-back Listening"—is an online peer-based support system that allows college students to "spill" their problems via email, and get personalized feedback from other local students with experience in their specific issue. Whether individuals are struggling with roommate problems, homesickness, worries about the future, romantic relationships, body image issues, concerns about sexuality, or even just a bad day, they can go to www.studentspill.com, choose the campus they’re writing in from, and vent about it. Within 24 hours, these anonymous "spillers" receive messages of support from 6-8 of SPILL’s volunteer "student facilitators" who provide feedback, |
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| Expiration Date | 2/27/2011 12:00:00 AM |
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| Posted By | Heidi Allstop |
