Workforce Program Coordinator VISTA

The Sanneh Foundation Inc•Saint Paul, MN

3d•$23,000 - $45,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Workforce Program Capacity Building VISTA will support the development and implementation of workforce readiness programs designed to provide career development and employment opportunities for youth, especially those from diverse and low-income backgrounds. This position will be based at Conway and will focus on building sustainable partnerships with local businesses, organizations, and stakeholders to enhance job training, internship, and employment opportunities for participants in Sanneh programs. The VISTA will also work to streamline internal processes, improve program efficiency, and increase overall impact. This position offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on the lives of youth by helping them gain the skills, confidence, and resources needed to secure employment and succeed in their careers, while also strengthening the overall workforce development programs at The Sanneh Foundation.

Requirements

AmeriCorps VISTA’s must be 18 years or older.
Have a Valid Drivers License.
Must be a U.S. citizen or have lawful permanent residency.
Desire to work in a growing nonprofit organization with a strong commitment to the mission of helping low-income students earn college admission and persist toward degree completion.
Expected to embrace our Core Values of inclusive culture, student access, teamwork, impact + growth + innovation and have a significant commitment to the mission of helping all students earn admission to college and persist towards degree completion.
Adaptability, flexibility, creativity and commitment to excellence.
Desire to engage in diversity, creativity and commitment to excellence.
Demonstrated ability to work well with diverse types of people in a team environment.

Responsibilities

Build partnerships with local businesses, organizations, and stakeholders to expand workforce development opportunities for youth.
Strengthen the internal systems and processes for tracking, reporting, and improving the impact of workforce readiness programs.
Empower youth with the skills, confidence, and resources needed to secure employment and succeed in their careers.