Assistant, Training Facilitation

The Aspen Institute; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit organization seeks an Assistant for Training Facilitation to support youth initiatives. This part-time remote role involves facilitating training, engaging communities, and updating materials. Ideal candidates will have experience with Native youth and group facilitation.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Prescription Coverage

Retirement Plans

Paid Leave

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of group facilitation or relevant experience.
• Experience working with Native youth and national nonprofits.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate culturally relevant leadership curricula for youth initiatives.
• Engage tribal communities and nonprofits about CNAY resources.
• Assist in editing and updating training materials.

Skills

Communication

Facilitation

Public Speaking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join to apply for the Assistant, Training Facilitation role at The Aspen Institute.

The Aspen Institute is a global nonprofit organization committed to realizing a free, just, and equitable society. Since its founding in 1949, the Institute has been driving change through dialogue, leadership, and action to help solve the most critical challenges facing communities in the United States and around the world. Headquartered in Washington, DC, the Institute has a campus in Aspen, Colorado, and an international network of partners.

About Us

The Aspen Institute is dedicated to fostering a more free, just, and equitable society through dialogue, leadership, and action. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work, including recruitment, compensation, training, and advancement of staff. We aim to be a leader in these efforts and continuously learn from others. Visit our website for more information on our initiatives and commitments.

Center for Native American Youth

The Center for Native American Youth (CNAY) at the Aspen Institute is a national education and advocacy organization working with Native youth—ages 24 and under—on reservations, in rural villages, and urban areas across the country. Our goal is to improve their health, safety, and overall well-being through empowerment and culturally-competent methodologies, including leadership development and youth-led policy advocacy.

About This Role

The Assistant, Training Facilitation, will support the delivery of the Democracy is Indigenous training program and contribute ideas for CNAY outreach to Native youth nationwide. This part-time remote role (up to 10 hours/week) reports to the Program Manager and offers an hourly rate of $20 - $24/hr.

What You Will Do

1. Facilitate culturally relevant leadership curricula for youth initiatives, including Democracy is Indigenous.
2. Engage tribal communities, nonprofits, and advocacy organizations via email about CNAY resources to connect youth to opportunities.
3. Assist in editing and updating the Democracy is Indigenous workshop and training materials for relevance in 2025.
4. Travel to conferences to present the Democracy is Indigenous training, often with another staff member.

What You Will Need To Thrive

• Minimum two years of group facilitation or relevant experience.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Experience working with Native youth and national nonprofits.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication skills, including public speaking.
• High energy, flexibility, trustworthiness, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time.
• Strong alignment with the mission and values of the Center for Native American Youth and Aspen Institute.
• Knowledge of best practices in Native youth engagement and leadership.
• Experience in civic engagement and policy advocacy is preferred.
• Experience facilitating large group activities and trainings is preferred.
• Experience leading Get Out the Vote initiatives is a plus.

Additional Information

The Aspen Institute offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, prescription coverage, retirement plans, and paid leave. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. For accommodations during the application process due to a disability, contact [e-mail] or call [phone].