What are the responsibilities and job description for the Carrie Meek Vista position at AmeriCorps?
As a Capacity Building VISTA, you will play a vital role in strengthening the network of organizations serving the diverse populations of Miami-Dade County. By supporting selected organizations, you will help enhance their capacity to deliver essential services effectively. Your assignment will involve working directly with Carrie Meek Foundation grantees, both on-site at their locations and at the Foundation's headquarters in Opa-Locka, Florida. Through your efforts, you will contribute to creating a more robust and sustainable ecosystem of organizations dedicated to improving the lives of Miami-Dade County residents.
Member Duties : Collaborate with assigned Carrie Meek Foundation grantees to build their capacity in following work areas: Program Event Planning and Management, Fiscal Fundraising Capacity Building, and Community Engagement/Marketing. · Conduct research and provide recommendations on best practices in capacity building for assigned grantees. · Develop and implement strategies to increase the effectiveness of the grantees' programs and services. · Develop and manage relationships with community partners, stakeholders, and volunteers to support capacity-building efforts. · Assist in the planning and execution of events, including fundraising events, for assigned grantees. · Collaborate with other VISTA members and the VISTA Leader to participate in group activities designed to give exposure to valuable career and education enriching knowledge and experience. · Provide regular reports to the VISTA Leader and Host Site Supervisor on progress, challenges, and successes.
Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Training , Health Coverage* , Childcare assistance if eligible , Relocation Allowance , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend .
Terms :
Car recommended .
Car recommended .
Service Areas :
Education , Community Outreach .
Education , Community Outreach .
Skills :
Community Organization , Education , Business/Entrepreneur , Conflict Resolution , Computers/Technology , Communications .
Community Organization , Education , Business/Entrepreneur , Conflict Resolution , Computers/Technology , Communications .
SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
Carrie Meek Vista
Program Start/End Date
08/25/2025 - 08/24/2026
Work Schedule
Full Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None
Program Locations
FLORIDA Miami/Ft. Lauderdale
Languages
Creole
English
Accepting Applications
From 01/14/2025 To 08/10/2025
Contact
Sue Goldstein
4000 NW 142nd St
Opa Locka FL 33054
7866137399
sue@carriemeekfoundation.org
www.carriemeekfoundation.org
Listing ID
125460
