About Rocky Mountain Down Syndrome Association:
Rocky Mountain Down Syndrome Association (RMDSA) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1981 to provide community, education and support to individuals with Down syndrome and their families. RMDSA provides resources, outreach and programs to more than 1,500 individuals with Down syndrome across Colorado each year.
Job Summary:
The Community Group Coordinator is responsible for working with Rocky Mountain Down Syndrome Association Community Group Leaders across Colorado to schedule and plan monthly meetings or activities to foster a sense of community, promote engagement, and provide support to families in each area. This role involves coordinating events, managing volunteers, updating the event calendar and RSVP forms, designing images to promote events on social media, and follow up with group leaders after each event. This independent contractor position is part-time (10-15 hours per week) and will report to the Events and Volunteer Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
1. **Group Leader Training and Management**
– Train new Community Group Leaders (as needed).
– Regularly communicate with group leaders to gather upcoming event information and check-in to see how the group is doing.
– Ensure all activities are inclusive, accessible, and meet the needs of diverse community members.
– Follow up with group leader after each meeting to get attendance counts and reimburse expenses.
– Recognize and appreciate the contributions of the community group leaders.
2. **Event Management and Promotion**
– Update group event information on the online RMDSA event calendar.
– Design fliers and social media images using Canva to promote the group events.
– Promote community group activities through various communication channels, including social media, newsletters, and emails.
3. **Community Engagement**
– Foster positive relationships with community group leaders, encouraging active participation and feedback.
– Work with the Volunteer Manager to recruit, train, and manage volunteers to support community group activities as needed.
– Act as a liaison between the community group and other departments, community organizations, guest speakers, and partners.
4. **Administrative Duties**
– Maintain accurate records of community group activities, including attendance, feedback, and expenses.
– Prepare reports and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
– Manage budgets and resources allocated to community group initiatives.
5. **Evaluation and Improvement**
– Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of community group programs and activities.
– Gather feedback from group leaders to identify areas for improvement.
Qualifications:
Ideal candidate will be a pro-active, self-directed and highly organized professional who can multi-task and who possesses the following skills and attributes:
– High School Diploma or GED
– Minimum of 2-3 years of work experience in community organizing, program coordination, event planning, or a similar role.
– Excellent written, verbal and social interaction skills.
– Highly organized and able to plan several months in advance.
– Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
– Proficient with Microsoft Office, Canva, Google Suite, online tools, and social media platforms.
Skills and Abilities:
– Excellent organizational and project management skills.
– Ability to engage and motivate community leaders and volunteers.
– Ability to provide empathetic and non-judgmental support.
– Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
– Cultural sensitivity and the ability to work with diverse populations.
– Passion for community building and helping others.
– Bilingual English/Spanish speaking highly preferred, but not required.
Working Conditions:
– This position is fully remote in Colorado for 10-15 hours per week. Hours are flexible.
– Independent contractor will need to provide their own computer and Internet connection.