Community Catalyst - Regional Resilience & Outreach

Kodiak Area Native Association; Kodiak (AK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) contrib

Parental leave

Medical/dental/vision 80%

OPM plan options

Life insurance 2.5x salary

AD&D and disability

PTO & holidays

Gym membership

EAP

Tuition assistance

Leadership development

Loan repayment programs

Housing assistance

Job summary

Kodiak Area Native Association (KANA) is seeking a Community Outreach Specialist (Community Catalyst) to strengthen regional resilience by identifying priorities, developing projects, and building capacity with local communities and partners.

The role collaborates with the Kodiak Regional Resilience Catalyst and the Alaska South Coast Partnership to address environmental, economic, and cultural challenges while aligning with KANA’s mission and values.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Additional education or training in environmental studies, community development, or related fields preferred.
• Strong knowledge of local culture, community needs, and regional issues valued equally with formal education.

Responsibilities

• Supports the organization's mission, goals, and quality standards while demonstrating KANA's core values of Courtesy, Caring, Respect, Sharing, and Pride
• Upholds KANA's Code of Ethics by conducting all professional activities with integrity, fairness, and respect
• Identifies community resilience needs, including environmental, economic, and cultural priorities, through engagement with local leadership and community members
• Collaborates with the Kodiak Regional Resilience Catalyst to design and implement projects that strengthen community resilience and long-term sustainability
• Builds local capacity by supporting community members and organizations in carrying out resilience-focused initiatives
• Assists in identifying and pursuing funding opportunities, including grants and partnerships, to support project implementation
• Works collaboratively with local entities, tribal organizations, and regional partners to advance shared resilience goals
• Participates in Alaska South Coast Partnership (ASCP) meetings, retreats, and ongoing communications
• Collaborates with other Community Catalysts across the partnership to share best practices, resources, and lessons learned
• Travels bi-annually to Anchorage to attend ASCP retreats and bi-annually to Kodiak to meet with supervisors and team members

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kodiak Area Native Association (KANA) is seeking a Community Outreach Specialist (Community Catalyst) to strengthen regional resilience by identifying priorities, developing projects, and building capacity with local communities and partners.

The role collaborates with the Kodiak Regional Resilience Catalyst and the Alaska South Coast Partnership to address environmental, economic, and cultural challenges while aligning with KANA’s mission and values.