NAC Coordinator (Bilingual in Spanish/English)

Job Type Full-time Description

ABOUT APM

Asociación Puertorriqueños en Marcha (APM) is a nonprofit organization in Philadelphia, PA providing human services to the community including early childhood education, foster care & adoption, child welfare, mental & behavioral health, community and economic development, housing, violence intervention, and services to community schools.

APM has been servicing the North Philadelphia community since 1970.

Department : Community and Economic Development

Job Type : Full Time (40 hours / week)

Work Hours : Mondays through Fridays from 8 : 30 am to 5 pm

Location : Philadelphia, PA / On Site

SUMMARY

NAC stands for Neighborhood Advisory Committee. The NAC Coordinator will manage, delegate where necessary and complete the day-to-day activities required of Neighborhood Advisory Committee (NAC) under the standard contract with the City of Philadelphia.

The NAC Coordinator will manage, organize and implement initiatives, activities and events according to the NAC contract and the APM operational plan.

These responsibilities and duties are subject to change based upon the needs of the organization and at the Board’s directive.

Main Responsibilities :

• Refer residents to sources of assistance in city government and other organizations Pennsylvania property tax, rental rebates and energy assistance application (LIHEAP) completion.
• Provide assistance to residents and civic groups on city planning and zoning matters.
• Provide capacity-building assistance to community groups for neighborhood improvement.
• Organize, promote and conduct community meetings, briefings, special events and projects. Ensure meetings and events are well-organized, with proper representation for staff, board, or committee members, set-up and breakdown of meeting / events locations.
• Assist with NAC committee elections; maintain records of residential voting requirements.
• Create and periodically update directory of community resources.
• Disseminate information about neighborhood activities and events including coordination the publication of weekly news article and quarterly newsletter.
• Maintain business relations with elected and city officials.
• Responsible for implementation of OHCD contract; invoicing, contract compliance and operational requirements. Complete all aspects of Neighborhood Advisory Committee contract, coordinated with the Office of Housing and Community Development.
• Create office procedures. Develop and maintain appropriate records and reporting files for NAC services to include database of neighborhood issues.
• Development & Fundraising grant research, writing, program development, promotion, reporting .
• Represent APM and the NAC with partner organizations, city agencies, neighborhood groups and meetings / events pertinent to mission of the organization.
• Liaison to Board of Directors, weekly updates, monthly reports and meeting attendance.
• Work with Board of Directors, Neighborhood Advisory Subcommittee, and other committees on various projects and procedures.
• Manage and supervise office staff, interns and volunteers to foster a collaborative, cooperative work environment
• Office management liaison with vendors, consultants; making sure insurance is adequate, coordinating employee benefit plans; technology needs.
• Financial management (payroll, budgeting, A / R + A / P, bookkeeping), monthly financial reports, banking.
• Be able and willing to participate, delegate and assist with all types of organizational work (creating and distributing flyers, participating in clean-up events)

BENEFITS

• Health Insurance through Independence Administrators or $100 / moth reimbursement with proof of current insurance
• Vision and Dental Plans through SunLife
• Basic Life Insurance (100% Employer Funded)
• 403B Retirement Plan with Company Contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health, Childcare, and Public Transportation expenses
• Employee Assistance Program including free counseling, trainings, webinars, and other resources
• Could be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program as APM is a non-profit
• Voluntary Plans include Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• Short-term and Long-term Disabilities
• Employee Referral Program
• 20 Days of Paid Time Off include Illness, Vacation, Appointments, and Emergencies
• 12 Days of Paid Holidays

Requirements

• Education : Bachelor’s degree or two (2) years post-secondary education with related experience
• Languages : Must be bilingual in Spanish / English
• Ability to organize and empower residents and build organizational coalitions
• Ability to prioritize, multitask and meet deadlines
• Above average technical / computer skills; basic web, database and MS Office
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Knowledge of fundraising, grant writing, and reporting.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, leadership ability, and self-motivation
• Knowledge of city-wide agencies and policies (as applicable to community development); knowledge of North Philadelphia organizations and issues preferred
• Clearances : FBI, PA Child Abuse, and PA Criminal Record must be submitted if hired.

APM is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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