Flexible Schedule
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Highland Park, IL 60035
Job Title: Volunteer Part-Time Director for Collaborative Community Housing Initiative(CCHI) www.thecchi.org Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and passionate individual to serve as the Volunteer Part-Time Operations Manager for our Collaborative Community Housing Initiative (CCHI). The CCHI is a grassroots organization committed to promoting inclusive and equitable housing solutions for adults with disabilities in our community. As the Operations Manger, you will play a pivotal role in leading our efforts to expand housing opportunities, foster community partnerships, raise funds and advocate for the needs of individuals with disabilities. Responsibilities: Leadership and Strategy: Working with the board of directors implement strategic plan to advance the mission and goals of CCHI. Provide visionary leadership to inspire volunteers and stakeholders in support of our initiatives. Collaborate with the board of directors to set organizational priorities and ensure alignment with our mission. Community Engagement: Cultivate and maintain relationships with community stakeholders, including individuals with disabilities, families, local organizations, and government agencies. Organize community events, workshops, and outreach programs to raise awareness and promote our initiatives. Serve as a spokesperson for the CCHI in public forums and media engagements to advocate for inclusive housing policies. Program Development and Management: Monitor program development and outcomes and evaluate effectiveness to ensure continuous improvement and impact. Volunteer Recruitment and Management: Work with volunteers to support various aspects of our initiatives, including advocacy, fundraising, programming and community outreach. Foster a collaborative and inclusive volunteer culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. Administration and Fundraising: Manage administrative tasks related to budgeting, reporting, and compliance with regulatory requirements. Collaborate with the board of directors, volunteers and members to develop and implement strategies for securing grants, donations, and sponsorships to support our programs and operations. Assist in grant writing, donor cultivation, and fundraising events as needed. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., social work, nonprofit management, urban planning) preferred. Prior experience in nonprofit leadership, community organizing, or housing advocacy strongly preferred. Knowledge of disability rights, fair housing laws, and inclusive housing practices preferred. Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills. Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing circumstances. Commitment to the mission and values of Collaborative Community Housing Initiative(CCHI). Time Commitment: This is a volunteer part-time position with flexible hours, approximately 10-15 hours per week, with some evening and weekend availability required for meetings and events. Our goal is for this position to evolve into a paid position in the organization. Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and interest in the position to info@thecchi.org Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of adults with disabilities through collaborative and inclusive community solutions!
Date Posted: 2024-03-19
Flexible Schedule
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Highland Park, IL 60035
Embracing Inclusion Creating Community Connections Collaborative Community Housing Initiative(CCHI) was formed by a group of 30 plus families North of Chicago in Illinois, with the specific goal of creating a supportive community where individuals of all abilities live collectively, each determining their own path to a meaningful life. CCHI spent 5 years collecting data, visiting inclusive living projects in other states, and working with multiple stakeholders to formulate a cutting edge project that meets the needs of our growing community. Our vision is to create communities with 35-80 unit apartment buildings/townhomes/condos in our neighborhood, that cater to local families and employees that need an affordable and comfortable place to live. This is a wonderful opportunity for all abled people to live in a community with people who have disabilities. State of the art offerings with advanced technology supports, eco conscious materials, green spaces, efficient yet specialized lighting and universal design, make this desirable for developers and residents. To help our new 501c3 grow, we need the help of a Marketing Intern. The Marketing Intern will assist CCHI on several communications projects including but not limited to website updates, blog writing, newsletters, marketing material development, social media writing and monitoring, email marketing and list building, and maintenance. This internship is a great opportunity for students or recent graduates who are looking to gain experience in marketing, social media marketing and communications in a nonprofit environment (and have fun while doing it!). The Marketing Internship is a part-time, unpaid internship. We hope to have this person transition into a paid position in 6 months. Primary Goals * Assist in monthly content calendar creation and execution, including writing social media posts and creating graphics as needed *Assist with email marketing list creation and maintenance via MailChimp, Donor View and Google Sheets *Assist with accumulating relevant information and building unique and interesting newsletters *Assist with general CCHI communications *Assist with creating marketing materials and promotional items *Assist with organizing materials, print and online *Assist with Membership Drive *Assist with use of photographs and video for marketing *Assist organization with light marketing tasks, i.e. Google Calendar & Drive, Trello, etc Preferred Skills *Solid writing skills in all mediums including blog writing as well as social media copywriting and editing *Advanced understanding of social media platforms including Facebook Business Suite, Twitter, and Instagram *Embracing the CCHI mission and passion for inclusive living and disability rights *Solid experience in using Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets and Google Forms *Ability to craft powerpoint/keynote/google slides *Ability to work with tight deadlines *Can-do personality, open minded, willing to teach and learn new skills with patience *Bonus if candidate has experience editing video Please submit resume to info@thecchi.org Thank you!!
Date Posted: 2024-04-02
