Project Specialist

Felton Institute•San Francisco, CA

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Specialist provides day-to-day leadership and coordination for components of Age-Friendly Visitacion Valley (AFVV), including its Steering and Advisory Committees, institutional and partner relationships, and program implementation. The role is responsible for planning, executing, and reporting on AFVV projects in conjunction with Steering Committee members. The Specialist works closely with the Senior Division Director for guidance and planning and participates with the Director, Steering Committee, and other partners in focused strategic planning. The Specialist also coordinates with other Felton staff in Visitacion Valley on overlapping operations. AFVV is a community-led project spearheaded by Felton Institute and funded by the Metta Fund. Based on WHO Age Friendly World and AARP Age Friendly States and Communities models, it works to empower Visitacion Valley residents to make their neighborhood age-friendly for all ages through culturally grounded, intergenerational projects and initiatives that strengthen connections among residents.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience with the Visitacion Valley / Sunnydale community.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
Experience leading community-based programs, initiatives, or events.
Experience in project management.
Strong relationship-building and facilitation skills, including experience convening volunteer or resident groups.
Ability to independently manage timelines, budgets, and multiple partner relationships without formal supervisory support.
Experience in fundraising, special events, and/or donor or partner relationship management.
Professional demeanor and excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently.
Experience in a nonprofit agency environment.
Experience working with vulnerable populations and older adults.
Ability to use computers, with proficiency in Microsoft Office software.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading community-based programs, initiatives, or events in an intergenerational or neighborhood-based setting.
Interest in or experience with oral history, storytelling, or community documentation projects.

Responsibilities

Convene, facilitate, and participate in biweekly Steering Committee meetings and guide planning, priority-setting, and programming decisions.
Maintain ongoing informal engagement with the Advisory Committee and draw on members’ expertise and community connections as needed.
Lead outreach to recruit Steering and Advisory Committee members and ensure the groups reflect the neighborhood’s diversity.
Serve as the primary point of contact for neighbors, committee members, and community partners engaging with AFVV.
Attend collaborative meetings with other organizations in Visitacion Valley.
Work independently on other project areas as needed.
Serve with the Senior Division Director and Development Director as a Felton liaison to the Metta Fund.
Serve as the main liaison to Age Friendly partner organizations.
Manage and grow relationships with key partners, including Mercy Housing, The Hub, The Boys & Girls Club, and other community-based organizations in Visitacion Valley.
Coordinate logistics and agreements with partners for shared events, training programs, and display space.
Lead planning and execution of AFVV projects with the Steering Committee, including initial chef cooking demonstrations and an intergenerational oral history and photograph project.
Oversee the full production cycle for each project, tracking progress, process, and outcomes.
Manage project budgets in coordination with the Senior Division Director and Felton financial department.