AmeriCorps · 1 month ago
AFS OCCHA Program Support & Community Specialist VISTA
Youngstown, OH
Full-time
Onsite
New GradAmeriCorps is seeking a VISTA to enhance OCCHA's capacity in delivering high-quality programs aimed at addressing poverty and meeting community needs. The role involves evaluating programs, strengthening partnerships, and pursuing funding opportunities to improve program effectiveness and community engagement.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Evaluating all OCCHA programs for alignment with community priorities and identifying opportunities for improvement
Reviewing and updating program workflows and guidelines
Assisting in the pursuit of funding opportunities and resources to sustain and grow initiatives
Supporting the development of partnerships with organizations and stakeholders to enhance program quality and expand outreach
Contributing to marketing and community engagement efforts
Strengthening existing programs and helping design new ones based on evolving community needs
Qualification
Required
Some college education
Skills in Education
Skills in Fund raising/Grant Writing
Skills in Community Organization
Skills in Conflict Resolution
Skills in Social Services
Skills in Recruitment
Skills in Business/Entrepreneurship
Ability to evaluate programs for alignment with community priorities
Ability to identify areas for improvement in programs
Ability to update workflows and guidelines as needed
Ability to assist in identifying and pursuing funding opportunities
Ability to support marketing and outreach efforts
Ability to develop partnerships with organizations and stakeholders
Ability to enhance program quality and reach
Ability to strengthen existing initiatives
Ability to assist in creating new programs based on community needs
Benefits
Health Coverage
Education award upon successful completion of service
Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
Childcare assistance if eligible
Living Allowance
Training
Relocation Allowance
Company
AmeriCorps
AmeriCorps, a federal agency, brings people together to tackle the country’s most pressing challenges, through national service and volunteering.
Founded in 1964
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.5MKey Investors
Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP)
2024-01-09Grant· $2.5M
Leadership Team
Michael Smith
Chief Executive Officer
Michelle Hernandez
CEO Immediate Office
Recent News
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