Rural Prosperity Coordinator

Russell County Area Community Foundation

Rural Prosperity Coordinator

Job Description

The Russell County Area Community Foundation (RCACF) Rural Prosperity Coordinator will provide grant-writing support and develop collaborative relationships between area charitable organizations, schools and government entities for the purpose of community development and betterment of life in the Russell County area.  The person will also facilitate the annual Match Month campaign and identify endowment opportunities. This position reports to the RCACF Executive Director.

Responsibilities:

COMMUNITY OUTREACH: 

Grant-writing

• Identify federal, state and other funding opportunities to support the mission of Russell County-based charitable entities to include 501c3 nonprofit organizations, city and county government, churches, schools, and hospital.


• Assist entities with research, budgeting, compliance, and crafting compelling grant narratives.


• Develop and implement grant training workshops, educational materials (e.g. e-newsletter, handouts), and other professional development tools that benefit charitable organizations.


• Manage daily operations, answering and directing calls, correspondence, project requests, and questions.


• Identify endowment opportunities in Russell County area and report to RCACF director.

Strategic-doing

• Identify opportunities for collaboration and cooperation among Russell County area charitable entities.


• Convene, guide iterative problem solving, and engage stakeholders directly with the intent of working toward common goals for the improvement of Russell County.

Youth philanthropy

• Design, implement and manage a youth philanthropy program dedicated toward teaching youth (primarily middle to high school) about charitable giving, community service, and volunteerism.

FOUNDATION DEVELOPMENT:

• facilitate and manage annual RCACF match month campaign, including communications, special events, marketing, donor conversations, professional advisor relations, and reporting with assistance from the board.

MISCELLANEOUS:

• Attend RCACF board meetings.

• Participate in training provided by regional and/or national training as recommended or required.


• Act as spokesperson for the foundation, facilitating positive public relations, and presentations to service organizations and other entities.

• Support special projects, as directed by the RCACF Executive Director or board.


• A laptop computer and other necessary office equipment and supplies will be provided at the expense of RCACF with ownership to remain with RCACF.

Requirements to fulfill position: 

                Residence in Russell County area, preferred

                Telecommuting is available with office space for meetings

Grant-writing experience, required

Bachelor’s degree, preferred

                Nonprofit experience, preferred

                Knowledge of Russell County and communities

                Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects

                Exceptional organizational and communication skills

Create and maintain relationships and networks skills

Technology experience including databases, excel, and word

Valid Kansas driver’s license

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED.