Community Action Partner Independent Contractor

Latino Community Foundation•Quinte West, ON

1d•$1,500•Remote

About The Position

The Community Action Partner Independent Contractor will serve as a liaison between the community and Xcel Energy Colorado, representing the Latino Community Foundation of Colorado (LCFC). This role involves engaging with community members to offer support and resources, directing them to appropriate Xcel Energy CO programs and representatives, and acting as a feedback loop to ensure community needs and voices are heard. The contractor will learn specific community engagement approaches, enhance strategies for supporting and connecting with community members, build leadership skills, contribute to energy literacy, and promote renewable energy options. This position offers the opportunity to make vital resources more accessible and positively impact community well-being.

Requirements

Local resident or lived experience representing the geographic area being served.
Comfortable using technology, performing data entry and utilizing search engines (Google, Bing, etc.).
Active community member or volunteer, demonstrating investment in community wellbeing.
Ability to manage conflict and maintain a positive, personable attitude.
Dependable, organized, and able to work independently.
Excellent listening skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
Able to attend community events as needed.
Periodic travel required.
Must have a valid Colorado driver license, up to date insurance and reliable car or access to public transportation.
Must live in, or in close proximity to Jefferson County or Larimer County.
Must have access to reliable Wi-Fi and cellphone.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual/Bicultural (Spanish or other languages) a plus.

Responsibilities

Serve as a community advocate and provide recommendations to improve programming and enhance Xcel programs.
Participate in weekly/quarterly check-ins virtually and in-person meetings with LGA/consultants to provide updates/information about the Power Together program with the LCFC team.
Conduct the collection of feedback and stories that can identify barriers and inform decisions around communities' access to appropriate and cost-saving programs and services.
Engage with community by attending outreach events, community gatherings, and meetings that may occur outside of traditional work hours including evenings and or on weekends.
Establish rapport and build trusted relationships with Power Together team members.
Organize and hold gatherings and one-on-one meetings with community members to listen, gain insights, and provide feedback through Power Together Hubs.
Participate in ongoing leadership development focused on developing community engagement strategies, increasing energy literacy and knowledge of renewable energy options.
Support Power Together team members in developing and presenting appropriate and cost-saving programs and services during community meetings, with a focus on addressing community needs.
Co-create feedback loop with Power Together team to share insights and gather changes from Power Together team to inform community.