Program Coordinator

Position Title: Program Coordinator (Energy savings and workforce development)

Reports To: Planning & Workforce Director

Duration: Regular Position

Hours: 1.0 Full Time Equivalent (40 hours/week) 

Compensation: $19.81-$22.30/hr depending on experience

Benefits: 90% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401K plan, subsidized transit pass, work from home stipend, professional development opportunities, paid time off starting at three weeks per year, up to 14 paid holidays annually, and flexible family-friendly schedule.

Consideration of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  

About APANO CUF:

APANO Communities United Fund (CUF) unites Asians and Pacific Islanders to build power, develop leaders, and advance equity through organizing, advocacy, community development, and cultural work. We envision a just world where Asians and Pacific Islanders and communities who share our aspirations and struggles have the power, resources, and voice to determine our own futures, and where we work in solidarity to drive political, social, economic, and cultural change. APANO Communities United Fund (CUF) is a 501(c)(3) organization that works closely with its affiliate 501(c)(4) organization, APANO. 

Learn more about APANO at www.apano.org.

About the Position:

APANO CUF is looking for a culturally responsive Program Coordinator to support new and existing community energy savings programs. This position will focus on program deliverables, community outreach and engagement, and all related-program support. 

Our ideal candidate is results-oriented, open to learn, problem solver, responsive and responsible, self-aware, dynamic and an individual who values and practices direct communication with their colleagues and team. The successful candidate will have a range of opportunities to develop skills, knowledge, and confidence in working for social justice. The Program Coordinator reports to the Workforce Planning Director. 

Position Responsibilities:

Program Coordination (60%)

• Oversee various aspects of the energy savings program
• Support residential contracting and energy efficiency projects
• Build partnerships and collaborate with other organizations to connect resources to community members
• Project management, coordination with contractors and community members to deliver impactful and effective programs
• Responsible for reporting and data collection

Community outreach and engagement (20%)

• Assist in outreach and engagement with community members and stakeholders for various projects 
• Assist in recruiting and managing events, projects and focus groups
• Assist in planning and implementing community events

Communications support (20%)

• Collaborate with team and APANO CUF Communications team to develop online presence 
• Support in managing social media handles, including content development and editing, blog publishing and general upkeep
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications:

The Program Coordinator will have:

• Bachelor or Associate's degree or combination of education and experience
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of the position
• Experience in managing projects
• Enjoys meeting new people and participate in community engagement
• Openness to learn about energy efficiency, conservation strategies and technologies
• Excellent team player who is also capable of self direction
• Experience using Google suite of products or similarly excel, word, email, etc.
• Basic skills in creating visually appealing graphics for social media 
• Ability to travel to different locations for events or work functions
• Be able to work on evenings and/or weekends as needed
• Ability to pass a background check
• Deep commitment to and vision for APANO’s mission and strategic plan, including an understanding of the role of grassroots community organizing in social change and movement building.
• Respect for and demonstrated experience working with Asian and Pacific Islander activists, and a deep understanding of issues affecting Asian and Pacific Islander communities.

Preferred, but not required:

• Asian Pacific Islander API language proficiency
• Current driver's license and auto insurance

How to Apply

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and this position will be open until filled. Priority will be given to applicants who submit their application by August 26, 2024.

 Applications should be emailed as an attached document (PDF preferred) to jobs@apano.org with subject line “Program Coordinator”.  

Complete applications include:

• Cover letter (1 page max) clearly outlining the specific skills, knowledge, and experience you bring to the job and how those are a good fit with the responsibilities of the position.  
• A complete resume (2 pages max) detailing relevant experience, work history, education and accomplishments.
• [If advanced to finalist stage] 3 references, with contact information, and your relationship to the reference 

APANO Communities United Fund and APANO Action Fund are actively seeking to increase representation and develop the leadership of women, LGBTQ+ people, people with lived experience of economic injustices, and other underrepresented groups, including diverse API communities, both within the organization and the broader racial justice movement in Oregon and API communities. APANO Communities United Fund and APANO Action Fund are equal opportunity employers. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other legally protected classification.