VISTA Outreach and Communications Coordinator - Year 1

AmeriCorps & Senior Corps; Nebraska; On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Orel Alliance in Omaha and Lincoln seeks a VISTA Outreach and Communications Coordinator to build capacity for serving Ukrainian refugees. You will raise public awareness, develop outreach strategies, and pilot sustainability templates integrated into the organization's strategic plan.

The role emphasizes teamwork, independence, and transferable nonprofit management skills. You will implement marketing efforts to increase awareness, coordinate with partner organizations, and help sustain

Qualifications

• Experience in public outreach or community engagement.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate with diverse partners and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a public outreach plan for Omaha and Lincoln.
• Create outreach materials and communication tools to raise awareness of Ukrainian refugees and resettlement resources.
• Collaborate with social service organizations to streamline services and share resources.

Skills

Public outreach

Communications

Community organizing

Public speaking

Fundraising/Grant writing

Teamwork

Writing/Editing

Job description

VISTA Outreach and Communications Coordinator - Year 1

Orel Alliance provides compassionate support and essential services to Ukrainian refugees living in Nebraska, helping them resettle with dignity and hope. Located in Omaha with a second location in Lincoln.Orel Alliance is a newer organization, and are at a crossroads with community needs at a level not anticipated. VISTA member will help build capacity for the organization, and the communities being served, by increasing awareness through marketing efforts and community outreach. Programs that assist low-income Ukrainian refugees in meeting basic needs of housing, health care and food. This underserved population also participates in Orel's referral program for networking with other available social services.The member will increase public support and awareness for the needs of the refugee population. This increase in community outreach will build awareness and capacity for the organization to have a greater impact through program deliverables.The Member will also develop marketing strategies to combat and prevent homelessness in the Ukrainian refugee population living in Nebraska.The Member will build capacity for a sustainable future for the organization by developing and initially piloting the program. implementing a community outreach program with ongoing implementation transitioned to staff or volunteers. Marketing strategies will include reproducible templates which will aid in program stability after the VISTA service year is completed. These strategies will be incorporated into the organizations strategic plan and fund development . Orel, encourages independent thinking along with teamwork and offers an entirely unique opportunity while also supporting the development of highly transferrable skills and experiences for career growth in Nonprofit management.

Member Duties :

The VISTA Member will assist Orel Alliance in developing and implementing a public outreach plan in the Omaha and Lincoln communities. Member will support the awareness of the issues impacting the Ukrainian refugees, needs and ways to support resettlement programs.The member will network and build capacity through collaborative efforts with connect with other social service organizations to streamline services and resources.VISTA Member will develop and initially pilot a public outreach plan for the Omaha and Lincoln communities. The member will create outreach strategies, materials, partnership resources, and communication tools to improve public understanding and awareness of issues affecting Ukrainian refugees and available resettlement resources. The VISTA will evaluate the initial rollout, document lessons learned, refine the outreach system, and develop procedures and transition materials so Orel Alliance staff and volunteers can sustain ongoing outreach activities

Program Benefits :

Childcare assistance if eligible,Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend,Education award upon successful completion of service,Health Coverage*,Living Allowance,free parking, leadership opportunities,Relocation Allowance,Training.

Terms :

Car recommended,Permits attendance at school during off hours,Permits working at another job during off hours.

Service Areas :

Community and Economic Development,Community Outreach,Education,Entrepreneur/Business,Housing,Technology.

Skills :

Business/Entrepreneur,Communications,Community Organization,Computers/Technology,Fund raising/Grant Writing,Leadership,Public Speaking,Recruitment,Writing/Editing,General Skills,Non-Profit Management,Social Services,Team Work,human compassion and empathy.

VISTA Outreach and Communications Coordinator - Year 1