VISTA: Community Partnerships & Capacity Builder

AmeriCorps; Vienna (IL); On-site; USD 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living allowance

Health coverage

Education award or stipend

Relocation allowance

Training

Childcare assistance

Job summary

Vienna High School-based AmeriCorps VISTA position supports the project by building volunteer systems, partnerships, and sustainable capacity in Illinois. The role involves coordinating after-school initiatives, engaging local staff, and expanding resources for youth and families across multiple counties.

The term runs 09/08/2026 to 09/07/2027 in a full-time capacity; living allowances and education awards or stipends are part of the benefits package, with relocation and childcare support where

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be 18 years or older at start of service.
• Commitment to AmeriCorps VISTA service and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct community needs assessments.
• Develop outreach plans and promotional materials for eligible youth and families.
• Recruit, train, and onboard community volunteers for after-school programming.
• Develop volunteer onboarding and training guides for partner staff.
• Research grant, donor, and in-kind funding opportunities.
• Draft fundraising plans and grant proposals.
• Facilitate introductions between partners, funders, and community collaborators.
• Develop sustainability plans and documentation for partner sites.

Skills

General Skills

Education

Community Organization

Youth Development

Communications

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Vienna High School-based AmeriCorps VISTA position supports the project by building volunteer systems, partnerships, and sustainable capacity in Illinois. The role involves coordinating after-school initiatives, engaging local staff, and expanding resources for youth and families across multiple counties.

The term runs 09/08/2026 to 09/07/2027 in a full-time capacity; living allowances and education awards or stipends are part of the benefits package, with relocation and childcare support where