Overview
Organizational Development AmeriCorps VISTA Jobs in Weston, WI at Habitat for Humanity – Wisconsin
POSTION DESCRIPTION
This is a full-time (30 hours/week) 1-year national service position, serving as an AmeriCorps VISTA Member with Habitat for Humanity. As the Organizational Development AmeriCorps VISTA member, you will take Central Wisconsin Habitat for Humanity’s strategic plan and turn it into an action plan, paving the way for Habitat for Humanity to build and repair more homes in Portage County, Wisconsin. This position focuses on volunteer recruitment, fundraising, and community outreach. For a more detailed job/project description visit: https://www.habitatwisconsin.org/central-wi-vista
OUTREACH & COMMUNICATIONS
- Develop a communications and outreach plan that will aid with volunteer recruitment, fundraising, and other organizational needs.
- In partnership with the Board of Directors, implement the plan. This may include designing digital and print materials, coordinating the project timeline, and tabling at community events.
VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
- Assess the organization’s volunteer needs. Review existing strategies.
- Develop a plan to increase volunteer recruitment and retention while automating/streamlining processes and procedures.
FUNDRAISING
- Based on the organizational assessment, subject research, and the direction of organizational leadership, develop a fundraising plan. This could include, events, traditional donor appeals, and social media campaigns.
- Develop metrics to measure success.
ABOUT HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope–envisioning a world where everyone has a decent plan to live. Central Wisconsin Habitat for Humanity serves Portage County, including Stevens Point, Plover, and Whiting. An all-volunteer organization, they have partnered with nearly 30 families to build safe, affordable homes. Because Central Wisconsin Habitat is volunteer-run and does not have a physical location, this position is based out of Habitat Wausau’s office on the days you will be working in-office.
ABOUT AMERICORPS VISTA
AmeriCorps is a federally-funded national service agency whose mission is to improve lives, strengthen communities, and foster civic engagement through service and volunteering. Within AmeriCorps are many different programs, including VISTA, which began in 1965 (sort of like domestic Peace Corps). Unleash your passion for change with the VISTA program—an opportunity to join the front lines in the fight against poverty by strengthening organizations, uplifting communities, and creating sustainable solutions. Learn more about AmeriCorps at https://www.americorps.gov/serve.
BENEFITS
In addition to the standard AmeriCorps VISTA benefits, including the $7,395 Segal Education Award, this AmeriCorps VISTA position includes:
- housing: an additional $250/month housing stipend
- flexible, 30-hour work week
- hybrid schedule (office space is located in Wausau, WI)
- professional development: includes attending the 2027 Regional Habitat for Humanity Conference
Pay: $25,550.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Weston, WI 54476
Title: Organizational Development AmeriCorps VISTA
Company: Habitat for Humanity – Wisconsin
Location: Weston, WI
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