Strategic Initiatives Coordinator

General Summary: The Strategic Initiatives Coordinator supports the planning, coordination, implementation and project management of initiatives that align with the organization’s mission. This role requires strong organization and communication skills (including public speaking) to assist in engaging stakeholders, facilitating meetings, and ensuring the success of key initiatives. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, relational and passionate about supporting children and families.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Project Coordination - Pathways to Teaching Preschool (P3):

• Through remote and in-person contact, coach and support up to 22 high school student interns participating in our P3 pilot program to ensure successful completion of all program requirements.
• Participate in the online Delta courses.
• Collect and maintain all Community Care Licensing required documentation for classroom internships.
• Maintain communication with MUSD and ASPIRE counselors/teachers and intern location supervisors for the student interns.
• Collect and manage all data and administrative requirements for the program.
• Collect time sheets and input hours to San Joaquin A+ time log per the payroll schedule.
• Strategic Initiative Support -San Joaquin Children’s Alliance:
• Assist with the execution of strategic initiatives by assisting with meeting preparation, managing timelines and deliverables for:
• The Children and Youth Task Force convened by the board of supervisors.
• The Early Learning and Care Workforce Development subcommittee co-convened with WorkNet.
• Additional workgroups as created.
• Assist with advocacy efforts by:
• Assisting with outreach to community partners, impacted families, elected officials and community leaders as needed.
• Assisting with events related to advocacy efforts including appearances at the board of supervisors by helping to prepare materials, attendees and speakers.
• Assist in organizing community forums, focus groups, and workshops, ensuring smooth logistical operation.
• Help maintain positive relationships with stakeholders and community partners.

Administrative and Organizational Tasks:

• Provide administrative support for strategic initiatives, including scheduling meetings, preparing materials, and taking meeting notes.
• Track budgets and expenses related to initiatives, ensuring proper use of resources. Enter invoices into Workflow for processing payment as needed.
• Maintain databases and contact lists for community partners and program participants.

Communication and Events:

• Assist in creating communication materials, such as presentations, newsletters, social media posts and reports.
• Assist with community events including event planning, coordination, set up and execution.
• Represent the organization professionally at community events and meetings when required.
• Help maintain clear and consistent communication with stakeholders and community partners.

Job Specifications:

Education: A bachelor’s degree in social work, nonprofit management, or a related field is preferred, or equivalent work experience.

Experience: At least 2-4 years of experience in community organizing, public policy, or nonprofit administration. Preference given to experience in community organizing and public policy.

Technical Requirements:

• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including an ability to adapt messages to diverse audiences.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders, including staff, volunteers, and community members.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools.
• Valid California driver’s license
• May be required to provide own transportation.

Behavioral:

• Demonstrate commitment to serving children and families.

Work Schedule: Full time, Monday-Friday. Ability to work non-traditional work hours, occasional evenings and weekends to support community events. ATTENDANCE IS AN ESSENTIAL FUNCTION OF THIS JOB.

Due to the high volume of applicants, regretfully we are often only able to respond directly to those applicants who have been selected for interviews. All new hires must pass pre-employment drug test and take fingerprint background check.

Family Resource Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To find out more about us please visit http://frcsj.org/

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.75 - $31.00 per hour with benefits.