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Program Coordinator SEEKING: Center for Whole Communities (CWC) is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented individual who is committed to our mission and values to serve as Program Coordinator. This position calls for strong organizational, relational, and project management skills. CWC is specifically seeking to enhance its racial and cultural diversity within the make-up of our staff. Therefore, we are especially inviting candidates who identify as person of color, ethnic or racial minority to apply for this position. CWC MISSION AND SERVICES: Center for Whole Communities is a thriving nonprofit organization bridging the environmental and social change arenas. A leadership development center with a nationally recognized fellowship program, we support diverse leaders from across the country by building stronger connections between people, land and community. CWC catalyzes change at the individual, organizational, community, and movement level through leadership development services. These include the Whole Thinking Retreat, the Whole Measures Training, and a diverse suite of Workshops and targeted engagements to empower environmental and social change leaders to implement the Whole Communities approach on the ground. We are based on a working organic farm in the Mad River Valley in Fayston, Vermont. Our programs draw leaders from across the United States and are offered at our base in Vermont, as well as around the country, throughout the year. We have broad national influence through our alumni and site-based programs across the country. ON DIVERSITY, POWER AND PRIVILEGE: Center for Whole Communities strives to create new models for recognizing and responding to power and privilege dynamics. In all program curricula, we raise awareness about issues of oppression, power and privilege to galvanize change within the environmental and social justice movements. We actively seek alliances with organizations working to overcome present injustices in the structure of land use and land access in this country. We offer full fellowships to remove financial barriers to program participation and make our facilities available to groups working on issues of race, class, power and privilege. Our staff, board and faculty are examining how racism and privilege operate within our own walls, coming to a deeper understanding of how they frame our decisions and determine organizational culture, and learning how to evolve.
8/26/2011
Program Coordinator Principal Areas of Responsibility The Program Coordinator is responsible for planning and executing tasks related to the implementation of Center for Whole Communities retreats and workshops. CWC operates on a seasonal schedule, with most retreat activities happening in the spring and summer months. The Program Coordinator will work longer hours and some weekends during retreat season, and will receive compensatory time to be taken during the slower work season. 1. Fellowship Program Management a. Project manage our fellowship nomination and selection process b. Manage scholarships and travel assistance awards process 2. Relationship Building and Communications a. Serve as relationship steward and primary communications liaison to program participants and faculty b. Generate, disseminate, and follow-up on all logistical program communication c. Track faculty participation, contracts, and planning for retreat season 3. Manage Event Logistics a. Manage need-assessment, execution and communication on all program logistics (such as agenda, travel, lodging, meals, etc.) b. Maintain active and clear communication around schedule and logistical info among participants, faculty, and CWC staff 4. Produce Written Workshop Materials a. Work with communications team to develop schedule and descriptions for use on web and in promotional materials b. Develop, produce and distribute informational packets for all program participants 5. Manage Program Evaluation a. Prepare content of evaluation documents and provide, collect and analyze evaluations for all programs b. Report on evaluation findings to board, staff and faculty 6. Alumni Communications a. Generate program follow-up communications to program alumni b. Manage Alumni Network communications through Constant Contact, Facebook, Twitter, Ning, and other outlets 7. Administrative Support a. Track program budgets, participant expenses, and submit accounts receivable/payable to bookkeeper b. Be the first point of CWC contact by email and main phone line and direct inquiries c. Assist with editing and proofreading of publications and print materials
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Ideal Experience and Personal Characteristics Mission-related skills and experience Demonstrated enthusiasm for, involvement in and/or commitment to social justice, environmental and community restoration, land and human health Personal analysis of race, class, power and privilege in the United States Experience working with diverse populations Program coordination skills and experience Self-directed, highly organized, great on details, and deadline-oriented An excellent project manager with clear oversight, consistent follow-through, and ability to juggle and prioritize multiple tasks Experience coordinating a team and large groups Experience in setting goals and evaluating the results of a program Experience with organizing information through databases and spreadsheets Understanding of nonprofits and foundation-supported programming Communications skills and experience Engaging communicator who is confident and effective over by phone, email, and in person Strong ability to listen, identify and respond to constituents’ needs with positivity and grace Ability to cultivate and nurture relationships by phone and email Social media enthusiast with an interest in creatively leveraging the power of Facebook, Twitter, blogs, etc. Personal Characteristics Outgoing, straight-forward and self-possessed with healthy sense of humor Inspires trust and shares information readily Collaborative team player who participates in all levels of tasks to accomplish program goals Flexibility with shifting seasonal schedule, including an ability to work long days and some weekends during summer retreat season. Annual organizational events will require some weekend and evening hours. Compensation Compensation for the full-time position of Program Coordinator includes a competitive salary and a package of health and other employee benefits. To Apply Please submit cover letter, resumé and concise writing sample to info@wholecommunities.org with “Program Coordinator” in the subject line. This is a full time position to be filled as soon as possible. We believe that one of the greatest strengths of a community is rich diversity of race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, height, weight, and physical ability. CWC is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization with a policy of equal opportunity and non-discrimination in employment and is committed to helping all of its employees feel safe, comfortable, accommodated, and valued in our work environment and the larger Vermont community.