Operation Girls Coordinator

Operation Restoration • New Orleans, LA

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About The Position

Under the direction of the Operation Girls Specialist, the Operation Girls Coordinator is  responsible for advocating, providing mentorship, and empowering girls & young women. The Operation Girls Coordinator is expected to develop and expand program initiatives, cultivate and maintain relationships with referral sources (including local youth detention centers), potential volunteer mentors and donors for girls ages 11-17.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of professional experience working with children and teens, preferably in a social service or nonprofit setting
• Proven ability to work respectfully and effectively with individuals from diverse cultural, racial, and socio-economic backgrounds
• Experience collaborating with school personnel, community partners, guardians, and other stakeholders to support youth development
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage timelines and keep multiple tasks on track
• Skilled at balancing priorities, solving problems proactively, and adapting to shifting program needs
• Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal
• Comfortable taking initiative while also recognizing when to escalate concerns or seek guidance
• Commitment to social justice, with a particular interest in supporting criminal justice reform and advocacy for system-involved youth
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and activities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to represent the program in a professional and positive manner when interacting with community members and partner organizations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, etc.)
• Ability to work independently and as a collaborative member of a small, mission-driven team
• Flexible and responsive to client needs, program adjustments, and organizational change

Responsibilities

• Supervise and facilitate weekly Operation Girls programming included by not limited to Tutoring, Girl Talk, and Physical Wellness.
• Follow policy and procedures within Operation Girls relevant to long term goals and objectives to achieve successful outcomes.
• Monitor program attendance, behavior, and engagement of participants for incentives and rewards.
• Obtain waivers for field trips, transportation services, etc.
• Assist with marketing for Operation Girls (flyers, brochures, newsletters, etc.)
• Build rapport with family members of Operation Girls to address barriers or potential barriers that can impede progress
• Support Specialist with onboarding and training of new and existing mentors.
• Support mentor recruitment processes and events to attract mentors.
• Conduct yearly curriculum for mentees, aligned with grant requirements and deliverables, following policy and procedures within Operation Girls.
• Conduct participant assessments included by not limited to intake assessments, onboarding of new participants and offboarding of participants.
• Coordinate and complete weekly transportation logs for programming and extracurricular activities
• Coordinate and record inventory of Operation Girls programming materials.
• Orders and coordinates with volunteer food vendors for weekly Girl Talk meals.
• Maintain accurate weekly case notes and event logs in the CRM to ensure client files and data are aligned for grant tracking purposes.
• Ensures client and program information and data is properly maintained in electronic and paper files
• Design and implement monthly initiatives such as planning mental health sessions, drug awareness programming, and physical wellness activities aligned to ongoing grant requirements
• Identify leadership opportunities and introduce Operation Girls to community leaders who are invested in the advancement of girls as a way to exemplify leadership in the community.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community organizations, courts, schools, and youth facilities to advance the work of Operation Girls and Operation Social Services for referral purposes
• Represent Operation Restoration at fundraising and community events
• Collaborate daily with Operation Restoration staff to ensure organizational effectiveness
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties related to Operation Social Services, as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed