Community Action Coordinator
Community Action Coordinator
Status: 20hrs/week
Salary: $26/hour
Benefits: Sick Leave
Supervisor: Community Engagement Manager
NATURE AND SCOPE OF WORK
STESA is seeking an energetic Community Action Coordinator (CAC) who will play a key role in implementing a five-year community mobilization initiative, “Raise the Bar” that results in public policy that addresses the connection between alcohol overconsumption and sexual assault. The CAC will use the Close to Home community mobilization model and will conduct educational workshops, community forums, and awareness campaigns in collaboration with Isla Vista residents, local businesses and various stakeholders. The ideal candidate is skillful in working directly with residents, community organizations, businesses, faith organizations and policy makers to coordinate and facilitate action. Additionally, the Community Action Coordinator will diligently work with stakeholders to evaluate the effectiveness of the implemented strategies, collect data, and assess the impact of the community’s efforts in reducing alcohol-related sexual assault.
Overall, the CAC’s role is to engage the community, facilitate collaboration among stakeholders, and promote responsible alcohol use to create a healthier and safer community.
ADMINISTRATION OF PROGRAMS
- Conduct community mobilization using the Close to Home model to engage a network of community partners, organizations, and residents.
- Conduct community assessment to determine viable strategies for priority populations in the community.
- Assess current context of sexual violence prevention in the community
- Maintain administrative files about the Raise the Bar Program.
- Develop a Logic Model specific to the proposed strategies and the Close to Home approach
- Identify and establish formal and informal partnerships with traditional/non-traditional organizations, sectors, and businesses to achieve proposed goals.
MARKETING & RESOURCES:
- Promote Raise the Bar information to the community through various social media platforms and in a manner that is consistent with STESA branding and messaging.
- Educate and partner with the community on the selected community-level strategies to advance health equity
STAFF TRAINING AND PARTNER MEETINGS:
- Participate in initiative training by attending in person, or virtually as available.
- Participate in Technical Assistance calls, peer networking calls or communities of practice calls, and web conferences.
- Participate in grant monitoring calls.
- Conduct regular meetings and/or trainings with partners on selected strategies and participate in collaborative activities or events.
- Lead or participate in at least one local collaborative or coalition that addresses intersectional approaches to violence prevention.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Attend training and conduct research on the subject of sexual assault as necessary to enhance skills and increase knowledge base.
- Maintain a positive working relationship with partners and community groups to ensure successful collaboration.
- Contribute to an atmosphere of teamwork and mutual respect among staff and volunteers.
- Attend team meetings and staff meetings as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
STESA is an equal opportunity employer.
- Working toward a BA or greater required, preferably in education, politics, sociology, or related field. Or prior employment and/or intern experience with transferable skills to that of a Community Organizer.
- Excellent public speaking skills.
- Excellent public relations skills. Considerable use of tact, diplomacy, discretion, and judgment.
- Strong written communication skills.
- Completion of CI Training within 3 months of hire (STESA will provide this training). Working knowledge of and sensitivity to issues related to sexual violence.
- Knowledge of issues pertinent to marginalized communities. Experience in developing educational programs that address the needs of these communities.
- Experience in working effectively with staff, volunteers, and/or community agencies of diverse political, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds.
- Demonstrated ability to motivate and coordinate the efforts of others in a positive manner.
- Strong skills in community mobilization, advocacy, and activism.
- Well organized with excellent skills in time management & attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Working knowledge of statistics and statistical gathering methods.
- Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft suite. Strong Internet research skills. Well-versed in the use of social media.
- Flexibility and willingness to work a varied schedule including weekends. Have the ability to travel within California for training
- Must have reliable transportation, a valid California Driver’s License and auto insurance that meets the minimum statutory limits required by State law. Ability to drive safely and in compliance with all applicable laws while on STESA business.
Physical Activities
This job requires the employee to:
- Sit for at least 50% of the working hours.
- Type at a computer keyboard while seated or standing at a desk.
- Lift and carry for brief periods up to 25 pounds from the floor to shoulder level.
- Bend, stoop and stand while filing in binders and files.
- Twist and reach while at a desk or computer terminal.
- Maintain physical and mental composure while dealing with emergencies, crisis situations and deadlines.
- Ability to communicate effectively with people both in person and over the telephone.
STESA will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental disabilities of an otherwise qualified applicant in accordance with applicable law. If you think you may require an accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, immediately notify STESA’s Executive Director of this need and describe the requested accommodation.
Resume deadline: Open until filled. An employment application available to download here.
Submit the employment application along with a cover letter, resume, and three professional references.
