Capacity Builder for Youth Programs (AmeriCorps VISTA)

AmeriCorps; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Allowance

Childcare assistance if eligible

Training

Choice of Education Award or End of St

Living Allowance

Health Coverage*

Job summary

AmeriCorps VISTA is recruiting for KidSpirit Capacity Builder in Oregon with a focus on supporting youth programming and capacity building at Oregon State University partnerships. The role centers on developing sustainable funding and partnerships to expand access for youth from Pre-K to 12th grade.

The position emphasizes collaboration with community organizations, alumni networks, and OSU foundations to strengthen program delivery and long-term impact.

Qualifications

• Associates degree (AA) required.
• Strong communications and community outreach skills preferred.
• Ability to work with youth, volunteers, and partners in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Improve accessibility and sustainability of KidSpirit programs for pre-K through 12th grade.
• Develop and maintain sustainable support systems through relationship-centered networking, resource development, and cross-sector partnerships with community organizations and local leadership.
• Enhance alumni-driven capacity and governance by coordinating KidSpirit OSU Alumni group activities in alignment with OSU Foundation priorities.
• Develop a sustainable funding plan for scholarships for low-income families.
• Collaborate with the Pre-K VISTA on funding strategies for program delivery.

Skills

Communications

Community Organization

Education

Associates degree (AA)

Job description

AmeriCorps VISTA is recruiting for KidSpirit Capacity Builder in Oregon with a focus on supporting youth programming and capacity building at Oregon State University partnerships. The role centers on developing sustainable funding and partnerships to expand access for youth from Pre-K to 12th grade.

The position emphasizes collaboration with community organizations, alumni networks, and OSU foundations to strengthen program delivery and long-term impact.