Kaua'i HFH - National - Construction Crew Leadership

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To express interest in this opportunity, please visit http://www.habitat.org/job/kauai-hfh-national-construction-crew-leadership-0. Deadline to submit an application for this opportunity is August 12, 2016.

HFH Tucson

Habitat for Humanity Tucson has specific programming and funding designed to aid veterans of the United States Military. HFH Tucson has a commitment to serving our nation’s heroes and veteran neighbors, and is currently seeking individuals who are eligible for no-cost home repairs or individuals and families who are interested in pursuing homeownership.

Project Development

HFH Tucson is seeking a Project Development VISTA who will formalize the Veteran's Program by researching best practices and developing a plan to recruit more veterans for home repair and home ownership. As a result of the VISTA member's work, the affiliate will be able to use this program to promote the affiliate, which will support fundraising efforts, promote programs within the veteran community and offer additional resources to veterans in need of affordable housing and home repair.

Member Activities Include:

1. Develop new systems and programs that will increase the number of families served at the site.
2. Develop community partnerships that will support programs, develop leadership and leverage resources.
3. Develop methods to increase participation with project, including presentations, materials and systems for recruitment of partners, volunteers and leadership.
4. Develop systems to accurately track and record project related data, focused on ensuring sustainability. Develop evaluation tools that will assist in projecting and assessing project impact.
5. Formulate results and present to key stakeholders to establish direction of project.
6. Develop all processes, materials, and procedures for project.
7. In partnership with the Habitat Team and Veteran committee create strategies to increase outreach to underserved veteran populations including female and service-disabled veterans
8. Develop a plan to re-engage veterans after services rendered to be advocates for other veterans to receive services and volunteerism.
9. Work with the volunteer coordinator, marketing departments to organize an annual veterans build volunteer day with past veterans and community supporters.
10. Help craft a veteran outreach curriculum to educate veterans on Habitat home repair and home owner programs.

Education/Experience/Knowledge/Skills required for this position

• Valid Driver’s License and ability to meet host site’s insurance requirements.
• Microsoft Office Suite (especially Word/Excel)
• Knowledge of, and willingness to promote, the mission and activities of Habitat for Humanity and AmeriCorps
• Strong research skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Detail oriented and highly organized
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people
• Experience working as a member of a team
• Knowledge of community development practices preferred
• Project management experience preferred
• A second language is highly desirable, with preferred languages being Spanish

We look for members who:
Possess a sincere desire to serve others and are dedicated to Habitat’s mission
Enjoy people and have a passion for volunteerism and teaching/group facilitation
Have strong team building skills and are comfortable leading and/or being part of a team
May have prior experience with power tools

Benefits of Service:
Skills for the future
The AmeriCorps National direct living allowance up to $12,530 paid over the full 46.5 weeks of service
Education award - $5,775 upon successful completion of service
Personal and sick leave
Health care plan
Student Loan Forbearance (if eligible - Go to AmeriCorps.gov website to see if your loan would qualify)
Child care assistance (if eligible)

What’s in it for you?
At the end of the service year, you will have gained new skills and expertise, developed new relationships, and maybe even become a member of a new community.

What’s needed to apply?
Resume (tell us about your experience)
Motivation Statement (this essay gives you the opportunity to express why you want to serve)

Requirements to serve at this site:
18 years of age or older
U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident
Possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent (or agree to work towards one while serving)
Confirm understanding that this is a full-time volunteer opportunity and that AmeriCorps members receive a small living allowance
Driver's license required
Personal vehicle required

About Habitat:

Habitat for Humanity International is a non-profit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry. The purpose and goal of Habitat for Humanity International is to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness from the world, and to make decent shelter a matter of conscience and action. Habitat invites people of all backgrounds, races and religions to build houses in partnership with families in need. Habitat for Humanity has an Administrative Headquarters based in Atlanta, an Operational Headquarters based in Americus, Georgia, and Area Office bases of operations in Manila, Philippines for our Asia and Pacific work, San Jose, Costa Rica for our Latin American and Caribbean work and Bratislava, Slovakia for our Europe, the Middle East and Africa work.

Habitat for Humanity engages people of all ages and backgrounds in addressing community needs.