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VISTA Fund Development & Partnerships Coordinator - Encompass Housing

L.A. Works
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AmeriCorps VISTA Position Description

AmeriCorps VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America) is a national service program dedicated to ending poverty by building the capacity of nonprofit organizations and public agencies. VISTA’s mission is to strengthen and supplement efforts in low-income communities to eliminate and alleviate poverty by engaging volunteers from all walks of life, all geographical areas, and all age groups in a year of full-time service.

By joining the L.A. Works Volunteer Corps Program, you will be placed with one of our nonprofit partner organizations to serve for 12 months and tasked with a capacity-building project such as: creating sustainable systems to expand services, recruiting community members to volunteer in local programs, establishing a database of program alumni, and/or developing partnerships to bring new economic opportunities in Los Angeles County.

Benefits of AmeriCorps VISTA

  • Living Allowance – VISTA members will receive a modest bi-weekly living allowance of $30,116.15 per year to cover basic expenses. 
  • Relocation Allowance - If VISTA members move 50+ miles from their home to a new community, they will receive relocation travel assistance and a settling-in allowance.
  • Healthcare Benefits – VISTA members will be able to choose between reimbursement for healthcare or a healthcare plan that also includes dental and vision coverage.
  • Professional Development - VISTA members will receive professional development opportunities from L.A. Works and AmeriCorps VISTA throughout the year.
  • Child Care Assistance - VISTA members may be eligible to receive a child care benefit if they have children under the age of 13. 
  • End of Service Award – At the end of their service, VISTA members will be able to choose between the AmeriCorps Segal Education Award of $7,395 to pay for education expenses or a cash stipend of $1,800. 
  • Non-Competitive Eligibility (NCE) - Once VISTA members complete their term of service, they will qualify for NCE, a unique hiring path that makes it easier for federal agencies to hire VISTA alumni.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Be 18 years or older and cannot be enrolled in an undergraduate program 
  • Pass a national service criminal history check
  • Hold one of the following citizenship statuses: US citizen, US National, Lawful Permanent Resident Aliens or the following legal residency classifications: refugee, asylum or asylee, temporary protected status, or DACA status
  • AmeriCorps VISTA cannot accept applications from international students on OPT/CPT visas

 

VISTA Fund Development & Partnerships Coordinator

About Us

Encompass Housing works to prevent and end homelessness by providing recuperative care, housing navigation, supportive services, and community-based programs that help individuals and families achieve housing stability and self-sufficiency. Through partnerships with local governments, community organizations, and funders, Encompass Housing addresses barriers to housing and economic security for vulnerable populations.


Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Setting: 100% In-Person 

Location: Long Beach, CA

Reports to: Betty Medina - Chief Operating Officer

 

Position Overview

The VISTA Fund Development and Partnership Coordinator will strengthen the organization's capacity to secure resources and build sustainable partnerships that support long-term program growth. Working closely with the grants team, the VISTA member will research and identify prospective funding opportunities, assist with funder outreach and grant development activities, and help support systems to track funding prospects. The member will also represent Encompass Housing at community events, coalition meetings, and networking opportunities to increase awareness of organizational services and cultivate relationships with community-based organizations, businesses, and stakeholders. Through these efforts, the VISTA member will help expand organizational resources, increase collaboration across service sectors, and strengthen Encompass Housing's ability to address housing instability and poverty.


Key Responsibilities

Increase Encompass Housing's organizational capacity by strengthening community partnerships, expanding resource development efforts, and building sustainable systems that support fundraising and community engagement.  

  • Research and identify prospective grant opportunities, funding sources, and community partners aligned with Encompass Housing's mission. 
  • Develop partnership tracking tools, resource databases, and relationship management systems to support long-term organizational growth. 
  • Create outreach materials, partnership resources, and communications that support engagement with funders, community organizations, educational institutions, and volunteers. 
  • Develop fundraising and partnership-building processes that can be sustained and utilized by staff beyond the VISTA service year. 
  • Document systems, procedures, and best practices to strengthen organizational capacity and support future resource development efforts.

Identify and pursue new funding opportunities by collaborating with the Grants Team to research prospective funders, support grant development efforts, and strengthen Encompass Housing’s financial sustainability. 

  • Identify and pursue new funding opportunities. 
  • Research grant and funding opportunities.
  • Develop systems for grant prospect tracking and funder outreach.
  • Assist grants team with proposal development activities.

Develop and strengthen strategic partnerships with community-based organizations, service providers, and other stakeholders to create mutually beneficial collaborations that expand resources and improve outcomes for the individuals and families served by Encompass Housing. 

  • Establish relationships with CBOs and stakeholders.
  • Research and identify opportunities for collaborative programming.
  • Establish partnership tracking systems and resource directories.

Increase community engagement and organizational visibility by participating in local events, outreach activities, and networking opportunities that promote Encompass Housing’s mission and services. 

  • Attend community meetings and networking events.
  • Promote Encompass Housing's mission and services.
  • Develop outreach materials and partnership resources.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree Required
  • Strong communication skills 
  • Team player 
  • Administrative background (Preferred)
  • Bilingual - English/Spanish (Preferred)