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Come Work With Us!
Located in the ancestral Tewa homelands of Northern New Mexico, Tewa Women United is a multicultural and multiracial organization founded and led by Native women.
Tewa Women United offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a supportive working environment. The benefits package for employees working at least 25 hours a week includes generous paid time off, full employer-paid health, dental, and vision, and an emphasis on work-life balance. Our intention is to co-create a work environment based on Tewa values, including A’Gin (respect for self and others) and Seegi ma vay i (loving, caring for each other).
Please note that contractors and temporary positions are not eligible for staff benefits.
PLEASE NOTE: Our positions are based in Española, New Mexico. While we do offer our employees some hybrid options, these are not remote positions and employees are expected to spend at least 24 hours a week on site in our Española office.
Open Positions:
Management/Administration
Grants and Compliance Director –
Employee Status: Full-time, exempt (on occasion, might include evenings and weekends)
Location: Espanola, NM
To apply: Send resumé and cover letter to info@tewawomenunited.org
POSITION SUMMARY
Tewa Women United’s Grants and Compliance Director (G&C Director) will work under the supervision of the Executive Director (ED) and closely with the Finance Director and Associate Director. The G&C Director will be responsible for administrative activities, grant writing and reporting for all grants awarded to Tewa Women United. This will include coordinating financial and narrative reporting to funders, supporting contracts with subrecipients, monitoring finance and help support Program Managers in tracking expenses related to the funding sources and helping generating relevant finance reports. In addition, the G&C Director will be responsible for preparation of grant proposals, including support with generating budgets, collecting documentation from staff and collaborators, and providing administrative support for grant submissions in a timely and accurate manner.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary Duties
Grant Management for awarded funds:
- Support the execution of contracts, including grant agreements, service agreements, and subrecipient agreements
- Maintain, accurately track and complete electronic and hard copies of grant and contract files
- Support the Executive and Associate Director in efforts and activities to maintain continuous organizational compliance as well as any identified quality improvement initiatives
- Provide support to the Program Manager with timely expense tracking, requests to the Finance Director for generation of finance reports and format for such reports, preparing and uploading submission of grant reports
- Support accounting and finance activities including reviewing invoices, monitoring payments to subcontractors and stakeholders, accounting and expense reporting, reviewing monthly expenses, supporting budget monitoring, and supporting annual financial audits as needed
- Gather data, records, reports, and other information relevant to grant initiatives
- Maintain strict confidentiality of business related information
- Support grant administration communication and maintain access to grant portals
- Troubleshoot and problem-solve any problems related to grant administration
- Perform other relevant duties as needed
Support Grant Administration for applications:
- Provide support in the coordination and communication to compile and format documentation required for grant proposals
- Support grant submissions including the preparation of administrative sections of grant proposal, coordinating all required steps of the submission, and carrying out submission of the proposal
- Maintain electronic files and track grant submission and results including via portals as applicable
- Under the guidance of the Finance Director, support Grant Administration communications, maintain access to grant portals and points of contact for communications related to grant administration
- Troubleshoot and problem-solve any problems related to grant submissions
- Perform other relevant duties as needed
Program Team support:
Under the guidance of the Associate Director, work closely with the Organizational Consultant(s) and Program Managers to support day-to-day activities of program teams as needed
- Assist with budget monitoring for all grant awards by helping coordinating monthly meetings with all Program Managers and Finance Director
- Maintain close communication with the Associate Director and Program Managers to ensure timely and accurate reporting, and achievement of milestones and work plan deliverables
- Support planning, coordination, and carrying out site visits
- Perform other relevant program support duties as needed
General duties
- Obtain prior approval and update the ED regarding purchasing supplies, mileage reimbursements, and time accommodations
- Collaborate and assist in general TWU fundraising strategy
- Assist the organization by updating Google Calendar and Monday.com with activities/ events/training
- Conducted essential office duties, such as answering and directing calls & emails, making copies/scanning of documents, performing healthy communication with other TWU Admin staff
- Attend and actively participate in Management & General meetings, TWU activities, supervision meetings, and staff meetings
Training and Classes
- Participate in trainings/ classes for staff, service providers, and community on various topics including but not limited to Reproductive Justice, Environmental Justice, Gender Justice and TWU Organization
- Commit to ongoing professional skill development and anti-oppression practice/ approach
Campaign – Movement Building and Connection
- Support other TWU Programs as needed and indicated in scopes of work with supervisors’ pre-approval
- Assist in coordinating and implementing TWU Campaign(s)
Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Required: Master’s Degree + 2 year relevant experience or Bachelor’s Degree + 3 years relevant experience; or 6+ years relevant work experience.
- At least 2 years of grant administration experience including managing a federal grant.
- Demonstrated track record in grant and finance management of similar programs and/or organizations.
- Strong and proven technical skills in grant management.
- Leadership skills, reflected in the ability to listen to diverse perspectives, make sound judgment based on organizational priorities, and provide effective and transparent communication regarding the process and outcomes of organizational decision making.
- Detail oriented with the ability to quickly master subject matter and see it in the context of a broader operational framework.
- Ability to reflect TWU values and be a role model in positivity for partners and staff.
- Knowledge of Tewa/ Pueblo culture and experience working in Tewa/ Pueblo communities.
- Prior experience in a complex, fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Ability to exhibit a professional, positive attitude, empathy, and strong work ethic.
- Demonstrates willingness to learn and receive constructive feedback.
- Demonstrates intellectual independence and ability to take initiative.
- Excellent written/oral communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work across a range of cultures, personalities, and competencies.
- Respect for the chain of command.
- Strong analytic, organizational, and time management skills.
- Honesty, accountability, and transparency with a commitment to equity in Indigenous communities.
- Ability to manage uncertainty and challenges while maintaining positivity.
- Ability to work closely with staff across TWU’s programming to advance community driven work.
- Computer and database skills in Office 365, including Excel, Powerpoint, Publisher, and Microsoft Word, Outlook, Monday.com and knowledge of electronic accounting systems.
- Professionalism, as demonstrated by impeccable confidentiality, tact, and the ability to lean into challenging situations with equanimity, humility, and respect.
- Must be able to work under pressure, and be flexible with last minute requirements and requests.
- Commitment to health and social justice.
- Favorable background check required.
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working for a non-profit.
- Experience supervising three or more direct reports.
- Ability to live in Espanola, NM, or the surrounding area, full-time.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Ability to work a flexible schedule
- Organized and able to multi-task
- Practical and creative problem-solving abilities
- Ability to receive guidance and work independently & as a team player
- Non-violent communication skills
Environmental Justice Program
Program Assistant –
The EJ program is seeking a program assistant who can be responsible for assisting in the planning, organizing, directing, and implementing of projects under the EJ program. This position will provide general office support and administrative assistance to all EJ program areas.
Status: Non-exempt, Regular Part-time (25 hours per week)
Pay rate: $18/hour
To apply: Send cover letter and email to: info@tewawomenunited.org
RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary Duties
- Assist and support EJ Program in fulfilling project(s) goals and objectives, including but not limited to, the preparation of community engagement activities, research, and specialized projects
- Conduct essential office duties, such as proofreading and making copies/scanning of documents, responding to emails and phone calls, and organizing office equipment/space, etc.
- Relaying internal emails to staff
- Prepare and maintain physical and digital files as requested by program staff
- Assist in planning and organizing logistics for program training, sessions, and activities
- Assist in managing online resources by updating Google Calendar, EJ Google Drive, and Monday.com boards with program impending activities/ events/ trainings
- Attend and participate in EJ weekly staff meetings and monthly TWU Staff Meetings by taking minutes and notes
- Maintain and update contact listing and databases for the program
- Reserving equipment and conference rooms for presentations and in-office meetings
- Acting as a liaison between different departments within TWU
- Maintain confidentiality when programming TWU and through the EJ Program
- Participate in check-in meetings with the Program Manager on productivity, accountability, performance, and delegation on a regular basis
- Perform other duties as assigned by TWU Director and/or EJ Program Manager
Outreach/Community Building
- Assist in updating, creating, and distributing outreach materials and newsletters within social media outlets, websites, etc.
- Maintain supporting relationships among media, key decision makers, and community members/ organizations, including tribal and public schools
- Represent TWU and participate in community events as assigned, which include both internal and external events
- Assist the EJ program/TWU by revising and distributing outreach information that is accurate and available for its intended purposes
Finance and Fundraising
- Obtain prior approval and provide updates to EJ Program Manager regarding purchasing supplies, mileage reimbursements, input of expense form, budget support, and timesheets
- Assist with proposal writing to develop additional funding as requested
- Collaborate in general TWU fundraising strategy.
Training and Classes
- Participate in trainings/ classes for staff, service providers, and community on a variety of topics, including but not limited to the Environmental Health & Justice Program and TWU Organization
- Commit to ongoing professional skill development and anti-oppression practice/ approach.
Campaign – Movement Building and Connection
- Support other TWU Programs as needed and indicated in scopes of work with the supervisor’s pre-approval.
- Assist in coordinating and implementing TWU Campaign(s).
QUALIFICATIONS
- Commitment to TWU’s mission and values
- Must have a minimum of GED or high school diploma
- Preferred the candidate to have an associate’s degree or two years of experience in administering or supporting nonprofit programming. A combination of school and experience can be considered
- Experience with excellent organizational and time management skills
- Desire to work in a team environment
- Ability to effectively interact with a wide range of people in social and professional situations; experienced interacting and working with a diverse population
- Capability to communicate clearly in written and oral form
- Ability to interact with a variety of personnel at different levels of responsibility
- Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with co-workers and colleagues, collaborative partners, board members, government officials, volunteers, customers, and constituents
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Monday.com, Google, and database management software is desirable
- Experience working with Native American communities/clientele, cultural sensitivity to the needs and distinct tribal and cultural ways of life, and willingness to complete cultural competency training and/or undoing racism training
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Ability to work a flexible schedule
- Organized and able to multitask
- Effective and creative problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work independently
- Basic computer skills
Advocacy Coordinator –
Employee status: Non-exempt, Regular Full-time (35 hrs/week)
Pay rate: $20/hr
Location: Española, NM
To apply: Send resumé and cover letter to info@tewawomenunited.org
POSITION SUMMARY
The Environmental Justice (EJ) Advocacy Coordinator will coordinate and implement projects and/or programming related to environmental justice issues such as land, air, and water. Through active engagement in dialogue and community organizing, the EJ Advocacy Coordinator will strive to cultivate strong alliances that align with a common goal of advocating climate and environmental justice, with a deep commitment to protecting Mother Earth and Father Sky. The EJ Advocacy Coordinator will prioritize effective communication and actively cultivate strong relationships with community members, including staff, volunteers, and partner organizations from various sectors. This includes business, media, and community leadership, government officials, allies, and other stakeholders. The EJ Advocacy Coordinator will receive budgetary and supervisory support from the EJ Program Manager to develop program implementation strategies, engage the community, and represent Tewa Women United (TWU) at significant events and meetings.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary Duties: Program Administration & Coordination
- Lead and/or co-lead efforts to assess environmental justice nexuses and opportunities to improve justice and equity in TWU’s work in collaboration with Executive Leadership, the EJ program team, TWU staff, and subject matter experts
- Communicates frequently with the EJ Program Manager in order to coordinate deliverables and develop EJ project implementation plans and strategies that include goals and metrics
- Create, present, and facilitate EJ project workshops, activities/events, and trainings from a land-based and “Woman as the First Environment” perspective
- Supervises, delegate tasks, and maintains timely communications with the project facilitators, supporting contractor(s) and volunteers within the coordinator’s project area
- Conduct, collaborate, and present research and evaluation initiatives in northern New Mexico by actively gathering, comparing, analyzing, and preparing educational materials, talking points, and briefings on EJ issues
- Document and maintain records of all EJ activities carried out while serving in this capacity with TWU
- Help the EJ program manager develop, deliver, and coordinate training and other educational opportunities/learning pathways for staff and programs that advance 1) understanding of EJ within the context of their area of work and 2) ability to apply an EJ lens to their work
- Process and complete all timesheets, the necessary paperwork for expenses, and other finance requests (i.e invoices, credit card purchases, and reimbursements) on a biweekly basis
- Updates and maintains weekly Google Calendar and productivity tools with program activities/events/training
- Attends and provides EJ project updates at monthly TWU staff meetings/ trainings, weekly EJ staff meetings, supervision meetings, and other meetings/events/trainings as directed
- Perform other duties as requested by TWU Executive Director, Associate Director, and/or EJ Program Manager
Outreach/Community Building
- Proactively address EJ issues in Northern New Mexico as a subject matter expert, focusing on outreach and engagement with communities disproportionately affected by environmental and public health issues.
- Attend in-person and virtual events and community meetings as a TWU representative to build and maintain supportive relationships with key decision-makers and community members/organizations, including local, municipal, state, national, and tribal entities or advocacy groups
- Host, attend, and participate in coalition meetings, public meetings, legislative sessions, and conferences related to EJ
- Participate in interviews as needed and write proposals for articles on environmental justice (i.e., water, air, and land)
- Actively coordinate and collaborate on community engagement efforts, including strategy development and implementation, with EJ staff or other TWU staff as needed
Communications, Engagement and Base Building
- Coordinates and supports other TWU Programs as needed and indicated in the scope of work with supervisory pre-approval
- Engage with network partners and community members for meetings, decision making, and the process of collaboratively designing the EJ research (i.e., land, air, and water) and data collection.
- Assist in coordinating and implementing TWU’s environmental education and climate crisis campaign(s)
- Host, attend, and participate in campaign/protest events related to EJ
- Revise, edit, and ensure EJ outreach information is accurate, updated, and available for outreach events and TWU website on a regular basis, in collaboration with the TWU Communications Coordinator
Minimum Position Qualifications
Associate degree and/or two years experience in a related field, including but not limited to environmental justice, environmental science, social justice, political science, public health, civil rights, community advocacy and engagement, and project management
- An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted, as long as it directly relates to the essential duties and responsibilities
- Experience in nonprofit program development, implementation, and project coordination/management
- Ability to clearly establish goals and objectives; plan/organize activities and projects; demonstrate good negotiation skills; work independently; and demonstrate good judgment.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Familiarity with project areas and the ability to execute tasks and projects independently, as well as assist and train others in them.
- Ability to communicate clearly in written and oral form; ability to interact with a variety of personnel at different levels of responsibility
- Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with co-workers; colleagues, collaborative partners, board members, government officials, volunteers, and customers/constituents.
- Utilizing computer equipment, software, and other electronic devices to perform work effectively and efficiently is desirable. Knowledge of Google suite, Monday.com, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and database management software is desirable. The creation of spreadsheets and flyers is a must.
- Experience working with Native American communities; practice cultural humility toward the needs and distinct tribal and cultural ways of life and willingness to complete diversity, anti-oppression, and equity trainings when offered.
Food and Seed Sovereignty Coordinator –
Employee status: Non-exempt, Regular Full-time (40 hours/week)
Pay rate: $20/hr
Location: Espanola, NM
To apply: Send resumé and cover letter to info@tewawomenunited.org
POSITION SUMMARY
The Food and Seed Sovereignty (FSS) Project Coordinator will have primary responsibility and oversight for the coordination and implementation of the FSS projects. The EJ Program’s FSS projects include the Espanola Healing Foods Oasis, Espanola Seed Library, the care and curation of Tewa Women United’s seed bank and planting projects, and the representation of Tewa Women United in the New Mexico Food and Seed Sovereignty Coalition. The FSS Coordinator will receive budgetary and supervisory support from the Environmental Justice (EJ) Program Manager to develop program implementation strategies, interact with the community, conduct outreach, and represent Tewa Women United (TWU) at important meetings and community events. The FSS Coordinator will be the primary supervisor for contractors and volunteers under the FSS project.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary Duties: Program Administration & Coordination
- Communicates closely with EJ Program Manager to implement and oversee project deliverables and create plans and strategies that include goals and metrics (i.e monthly/quarterly reports, inventory of seeds within seed libraries, etc.)
- Assists the EJ Program Manager and EJ Program Assistant in designing and implementing intentional program development for the FSS project, including building community network/reputation, developing seed/produce distribution practices, acquiring necessary tools, and creating learning materials and resources.
- Oversees all day-to-day activities related to the FSS projects with oversight, supervision, and support from the EJ Program Manager
- Coordinates FSS workshops, training, and events as directed (i.e., gardening workshops, seed restocking events, volunteer days, harvesting and processing demonstrations, and cooking demos)
- Coordinates growing, harvesting, processing, and demonstration of food and seed activities, as described in the project description (see attached addendum: Scope of Work)
- Works with partner organizations to increase access to traditional food, seed, and holistic medicines within the northern Pueblos and Espanola Valley region
- Supervises, delegate tasks, and maintains timely communications with the supporting contractor(s) and volunteers through email, social media, and phone contacts
- Responds to inquiries from the public community, farmers, seed caretakers, and TWU staff
- Maintain thorough documentation and records of all FSS activities to ensure accurate data tracking for evaluation purposes
- Complete quarterly and annual reports to the EJ Program Manager as required
- Process contractor invoices, necessary paperwork for expenses, and other finance requests (i.e invoices, credit card purchases, reimbursements) on a biweekly basis
- Attends and participates in monthly TWU staff meetings/ trainings, weekly EJ staff meetings, supervision meetings, and other meetings/events/trainings as directed
- Updates and maintains weekly Google Calendar and productivity tools with program activities/ events/ trainings
- Updates, edits, and revises FSS material to ensure that it is correct and available for outreach activities, newsletters, social media pages, and articles as needed
- Perform other duties as requested by EJ Program Manager and TWU Directors
Reciprocity: Financial and Fundraising
- Coordinate and fulfill FSS project expenditures based on the approved fiscal budget
- Strategize for possible fee-for-service opportunities around FSS projects in the future
- Support the project sustainability by implementing the organizational and program fundraising strategies through assisting with proposal writing to develop additional funding as needed
- Contribute ideas to help in developing the project budget with the Program Manager
Outreach/Community Engagement and Base Building
- Represent TWU at community and professional meetings, trainings, and events.
- Assist with planning and participation in new and ongoing FSS initiatives
- Assure consistent documentation of outreach and education at community events through sign-in sheets and photos as appropriate
Minimum Position Qualifications |
- Associate’s degree and/or two years in relevant fields, including but not limited to environmental studies, ecology, landscaping, agriculture, gardening, herbal and folk medicine, wellness services, community advocacy and community engagement, and project management
- Experience in nonprofit program development, implementation, and project coordination/management
- Ability to clearly establish goals and objectives; plan/organize activities and projects; demonstrate good negotiation skills; work independently; and demonstrate good judgment.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Familiarity with project areas and the ability to execute tasks and projects independently, as well as assist and train others in them.
- Ability to communicate clearly in written and oral form; ability to interact with a variety of personnel at different levels of responsibility
- Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with co-workers; colleagues, collaborative partners, board members, government officials, volunteers, and customers/constituents.
- Utilizing computer equipment, software, and other electronic devices to perform work effectively and efficiently is desirable. Knowledge of Google suite, Monday.com, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and database management software is desirable. The creation of spreadsheets and flyers is a must.
- Experience working with Native American communities; practice cultural humility toward the needs and distinct tribal and cultural ways of life and willingness to complete diversity, anti-oppression, and equity trainings when offered.
Reproductive Justice Program
Program Assistant –
The Program Assistant position is responsible for managing day-to-day operations, coordinating events, assisting with communications, and helping the team stay organized. This position will have the opportunity to drive quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the overall success of the program. This work will directly contribute to building a better future for families, improving access to care, and fostering community health and wellness.
Employee Status: Non-exempt, full-time (40 hours per week)
Rate: $18.00/hour
To apply: Send cover letter and email to: info@tewawomenunited.org
Responsibilities
- Support Program Activities: Assist the RJ Program Manager in the implementation and coordination of key program initiatives, including community events, workshops, and outreach activities.
- Effective Communication: Facilitate seamless communication between RJ staff, TWU staff, and families participating in the program. Practice clear, supportive communication to ensure smooth operations and positive relationships.
- Meetings & Engagement: Actively participate in RJ staff meetings, TWU staff meetings, Supervision meetings, and program activities. Share insights, help identify challenges, and contribute to brainstorming solutions.
- Program Improvement: Identify opportunities for quality improvement within the program. Initiate, drive, and participate in efforts to enhance the program’s impact and efficiency.
- Calendar Management: Oversee the program manager’s calendar, ensuring that important meetings, deadlines, and activities are organized and that reminders are sent in a timely manner.
- Event Planning & Oversight: Assist in the planning and coordination of significant programmatic events, ensuring every detail is handled and the event runs smoothly.
- Document & Data Management: Maintain and update contact lists and program databases, ensuring that all information is accurate and easily accessible.
- Administrative Support: Handle day-to-day office tasks such as answering phone calls, responding to emails, organizing files, and making copies, all while maintaining a welcoming environment for families.
Minimum Position Qualifications
- GED or Bachelor’s degree (preferred in business administration, communications, or healthcare administration) or equivalent work experience.
- 1-2 years of demonstrated experience with strong organizational skills and time management.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Suite, and database management software is desirable.
Communication & Interpersonal Skills:
- Confident in both written and oral communication, with strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
- Ability to work well within a diverse team and communicate across cultures.
Cultural Sensitivity & Experience:
- Experience interacting with and working in diverse communities, particularly with Native American populations.
- Cultural sensitivity to the distinct needs and traditions of various tribal and cultural groups.
- Willingness to complete cultural humility training and/or undoing racism training.
Preferred Language Skills:
- Native Tewa or Native Spanish speakers are encouraged to apply.
Personal Attributes:
- Flexible, strategic, and reliable team player with strong integrity and ethical standards.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills, with a passion for supporting social justice work.
- Mindfulness and collaboration skills in all aspects of program management.
- Organizational Excellence: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
- Team Collaboration: Enjoys working in a collaborative team environment and is motivated by the success of the collective effort.
- Commitment to Improvement: Demonstrated interest in identifying and implementing quality improvements in programs and processes.
- Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing priorities and tasks, with a positive attitude and willingness to support a wide range of program needs.
Knowledge and Skills
- Ability to work a flexible schedule
- Organized and able to maintain professionalism during busy periods
- Practical and creative problem-solving abilities
- Ability to receive guidance and work independently & as a team player
- Non-violent communication skills
Gender Justice Program
Prevention Education Coordinator –
Employee status: Non-exempt, Regular Full-time (40hrs/week), $22/hour
Location: Espanola, NM
To apply: Send resumé and cover letter to jamie@tewawomenunited.org
The Prevention Coordinator will have primary responsibility and oversight for the coordination and implementation of the Gender Justice (GJ) gender-based violence prevention education programming, as well as, coordinating the youth-led initiatives for the organization. Our prevention-focused programs cultivate consent culture through education and the creation of inclusive community spaces. This position will include training and youth engagement activities for prevention projects.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary Duties
- Coordinates and oversees the implementation of prevention education curriculums within schools, community and other spaces
- Collaboratively supports and develops youth led projects and activities with youth council
- Plans, implements and reflects upon monthly youth council meetings and monthly events. This often requires collaboration with families, guest speakers, and partner organizations.
- Coordinates and supervises project facilitators, youth facilitators and contractors while implementing projects which includes organizing and developing cohort schedules for each cohort
- Supervises, delegate tasks, and maintains timely communications with the project facilitators, supporting contractor(s) and volunteers within the coordinator’s project area
- Support cohorts by serving as curriculum facilitator and observer as needed
- Ensure that processes and procedures are followed according to the implementation plan
- Maintains confidentiality of individuals seen at TWU and through the prevention education projects
Administrative Duties
- Completes post-event surveys and monthly evaluation snapshots to provide an overall reflection of the projects activities, accomplishments and challenges
- Provides project updates, data and reports in collaboration with the GJ Program Manager and Grant & Compliance Director as needed
- Meets and participates in scheduled meetings with funders, evaluators and other entities as necessary
- Organizes and documents all GJ activities carried out on a monthly basis
- Processes and completes all timesheets, the necessary paperwork for expenses, and other finance requests (i.e invoices, credit card purchases, and reimbursements) on a biweekly basis
- Completes necessary paperwork for expenses and other finance requests
- Updates and maintains weekly Google Calendar and productivity tools with program activities, events, trainings, etc.
- Attends and provides updates at monthly TWU staff meetings/ trainings, weekly program team meetings, supervision meetings, and other meetings/events/trainings as directed
Additional duties
- Support GJ program manager in development and delivery of trainings and other educational opportunities/learning pathways for staff and programs that advance 1) understanding of GJ within the context of their area of work and 2) ability to apply an GJ lens to their work
- Coordinates and supports other TWU Programs as needed and indicated in the scope of work with supervisory pre-approval
- Assists in coordinating and implementing TWU’s prevention education and culture of consent campaign(s)
- Provides revisions and edits to outreach information to ensure the prevention education projects are accurately reflected, updated, and available for outreach events and TWU website on a regular basis, in collaboration with the TWU Communications Coordinator
- Attends and serve as a TWU representative at events and community meetings to build and maintain supportive relationships with key decision makers and community members/organizations, including local, municipal, state, national, tribal entities and/or advocacy groups
- Actively coordinates and collaborates on community engagement efforts, including strategy development and implementation, with GJ staff or other TWU staff as needed
- Performs other duties as requested by TWU Executive Director, Associate Director, and/or GJ Program Manager
The duties and responsibilities outlined above do not comprise a comprehensive list but are intended to provide a representation of the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this capacity. Tewa Women United maintains the right to augment or delete duties and responsibilities as business dictates.
MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate degree in a related field (i.e., Human Service, Psychology, Social Work, Education, Counseling, Outdoor Recreation) and/or a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in nonprofit work, education, sexual health, outdoor adventure or classroom-based education programs required. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted, as long as it directly relates to the essential duties and responsibilities.
- 2+ years of experience supervising staff, particularly, adult/youth facilitators with experiential learning and teaching styles, and working with diverse groups of youth
- Demonstrated ability to clearly establish goals and objectives, plan/organize projects and see them through to completion (clean up, documentation, etc.)
- Demonstrated ability to work well in groups and as an individual working remote hours
- Capability to communicate clearly in written and oral form
- Experience working with Native American communities/clientele, cultural sensitivity to the needs and distinct tribal and cultural ways of life and willingness to complete cultural competency training and/or undoing racism training
- Experience working with youth, child/youth development experience and sexual education training or background are highly desirable
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Strong written, verbal, and listening communication skills to effectively and respectfully work with a diversity of audiences and situations
- Knowledge of Google Suite, Monday.com or comparable program, and database management software is desirable
- Strong group management skills
- Ability to interact with a variety of personnel at different levels of responsibility
- Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with co-workers and colleagues, collaborative partners, board members, government officials, volunteers, customers, and constituents
- Multilingualism is preferred – Spanish, Indigenous/Tribal languages, English
- Knowledge and practice of collaborative problem-solving conflict resolution, participatory planning, and community-based research/assessment.
- Comfortable discussing topics such as gender justice, sexual violence, sexual harassment, consent, sexual assault, menstrual health, etc.
Community Engagement Coordinator –
Employee status: Non-exempt, Regular Full-time (40 hrs/week), $20/hour
Location: Espanola, NM
To apply: Send resumé and cover letter to jamie@tewawomenunited.org
The Community Engagement Coordinator will be responsible for developing plans and coordinating resources for monthly events, including book clubs, skate park events, and youth-focused activities. Our prevention-focused programs cultivate consent culture through education, engaging projects, and the creation of inclusive community spaces. The coordinator will also collaborate with the T’Sayain (Circle of Wisdom Keepers) to recruit and engage elders in events.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary Duties
- Develop and implement a comprehensive plan for monthly events aligned with the organization’s goals.
- Research and identify suitable venues for events, considering accessibility and community preferences.
- Coordinate logistics such as permits, equipment rentals, and catering services.
- Collaborate with the community and youth council to develop engaging and relevant programs for book club meetings, skate park events, intergenerational learning, and youth activities.
- Create a diverse range of activities to cater to different age groups and interests within the community.
- Implement strategies to involve youth council members and youth apprentices in the planning and execution of events, promoting leadership and empowerment.
- Recruit and manage volunteers, contractors, and partner organizations for various tasks related to event planning and execution.
- Conduct training sessions for volunteers to ensure smooth event operations.
- Develop marketing materials to promote monthly events through various channels (social media, community bulletin boards, etc.).
- Develop and manage budgets, with the support of the Program Manager, for each event, ensuring cost-effectiveness and financial sustainability.
- Seek sponsorships or partnerships to offset costs and enhance community support.
- Use community feedback to make improvements and adjustments for future events.
- Establish and maintain relationships with local businesses, organizations, and community leaders for potential collaborations.
- Seek opportunities for partnerships that can enhance the impact and reach of events.
- Ensure events are inclusive and representative of the diverse community, considering cultural and demographic factors, with a special focus on highlighting the contributions of indigenous women and girls.
- Implement strategies to attract participants from different backgrounds and age groups.
- Work with the Program Manager to develop contingency plans for unforeseen circumstances and emergencies during events.
- Coordinate with relevant authorities and personnel to ensure the safety of participants.
- Attend community meetings and events to promote upcoming activities and gather input.
- Actively engage with community members to understand their preferences and needs.
- Implement innovative ideas and strategies to enhance the impact and success of monthly events.
Administrative Duties
- Collects feedback from community members and participants to assess the success of each event.
- Provides project updates, data and reports in collaboration with the GJ Program Manager and Grant & Compliance Director as needed
- Meets and participates in scheduled meetings with funders, evaluators and other entities as necessary
- Maintains detailed records of each event, including attendance, expenses, and feedback.
- Processes and completes all timesheets, the necessary paperwork for expenses, and other finance requests (i.e invoices, credit card purchases, and reimbursements) on a biweekly basis
- Completes necessary paperwork for expenses made and other finance requests
- Updates and maintains weekly Google Calendar and productivity tools with program activities /events/training
- Attends and provides updates at monthly TWU staff meetings/ trainings, weekly program staff meetings, supervision meetings, and other meetings/events/trainings as directed
Additional duties
- Supports GJ program manager in development and delivery of trainings and other educational opportunities/learning pathways for staff and programs that advance 1) understanding of GJ within the context of their area of work and 2) ability to apply an GJ lens to their work
- Coordinates and supports other TWU Programs as needed and indicated in the scope of work with supervisory pre-approval
- Assists in implementing TWU’s prevention education and culture of consent campaign(s)
- Attends and serves as a TWU representative at events and community meetings to build and maintain supportive relationships with key decision makers and community members/organizations, including local, municipal, state, national, tribal entities and/or advocacy groups
- Actively coordinates and collaborates on community engagement efforts, including strategy development and implementation, with GJ staff or other TWU staff as needed
- Performs other duties as requested by TWU Directors and/or GJ Program Manager
The duties and responsibilities outlined above do not comprise a comprehensive list but are intended to provide a representation of the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this capacity. Tewa Women United maintains the right to augment or delete duties and responsibilities as business dictates.
Minimum Position Qualifications
- Associates degree in a related field or a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in communications or marketing, community engagement, event planning, or related areas. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted, as long as it directly relates to the essential duties and responsibilities
- Experience in coordinating and supervising events, particularly those involving youth.
- Ability to set goals, plan/organize activities, and demonstrate good negotiation skills.
- Ability to interact with a variety of personnel at different levels of responsibility
- Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with co-workers and colleagues, collaborative partners, board members, government officials, volunteers, customers, and constituents
- Experience working with Native American communities/clientele, cultural sensitivity to the needs and distinct tribal and cultural ways of life and willingness to complete cultural competency training and/or undoing racism training
- Experience working with youth, child/youth development experience and/or gender justice background are highly desirable
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong written, verbal, and listening communication skills to effectively and respectfully work with a diversity of audiences and situations
- Utilizing computer equipment, software and other electronic devices to perform work effectively and efficiently is desirable
- Knowledge of Google Suite, Monday.com, and database management software is desirable
- Strong group management skills
- Multilingualism is preferred – Spanish, Indigenous/Tribal languages, English
- Comfortable discussing topics such as gender justice, sexual violence, sexual harassment, consent, sexual assault, menstrual health, etc.
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Internship Program
Tewa Women United provides semester or year-long internship opportunities for those interested in impacting the community.
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