AmeriCorps VISTA: Development Assistant

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The VISTA member will assist with capacity-building activities related to: 1) Marketing (i.e. building relationships with local media, assisting with initiation of social media activities, etc.); 2) Volunteer Recruitment (i.e. establishing relationships with local businesses, schools, universities, etc. whose members may be interested in volunteering); 3) Fundraising (i.e. writing grants to local foundations, identifying and approaching untapped businesses for solicitation of sponsorship, developing special events, etc.); and 4) Building Community Partnerships.

The VISTA position is considered full-time (35-40 hours/week).The VISTA is considered a federal volunteer rather than an employee of BBBS. They will not receive a salary or hourly wage, but they will receive a living allowance of $973/month, health coverage, relocation allowance (if moving here from another community), childcare assistance (if eligible), and training. At the completion of their year of service, they can choose from a $1,500 cash stipend or a $5,500 education award.

Applicants should apply for the position through www.myamericorps.gov. To find the position, do an Advanced Search. Under the "State" search field, select "Kansas" and then under the "Program Name" field, type in "Big Brothers Big Sisters." Select the "Development Assistant" position in Wichita.