Community Organizer
Northeast Shores Development Corporation is one of Cleveland’s leading community development corporations.
The organization has greatly contributed to the physical, economic and social
development of the North Shore Collinwood area of Cleveland. Northeast Shores is currently seeking a
Community Organizer to manage all development project work.
In this role, you will be responsible for canvassing the neighborhood, talking with residents and
other stakeholders, identifying potential leaders, and identifying issues which
are in the common self-interest of community residents. The Organizer moves people to action so they
can win a visible victory or measurable change in their community. In addition, the Organizer uses the process
of organizing as an opportunity to develop the leadership skills of community
residents. The Organizer is expected to
work several block groups or neighborhood-wide issues at any one time. A
current neighborhood-wide issue under this role is implementing various
community safety initiatives.
Further, you
will be responsible for the organization’s events organizing and community
garden initiatives. In particular, the organization is currently implementing several
events including, but not limited to, the Alive on East 185th Parade
and the Taste the Neighborhood fundraiser. It is a core responsibility of the
Organizer to coordinate these community events. The Organizer is also
responsible for coordinating our efforts to submit monthly articles to the
neighborhood newsletter.
The successful candidate will have prior experience in non-profit community organizing, mediation,
social work, or similar background.
Familiarity with volunteer coordination; project management skills; event
planning; record keeping; proficiency with MS Office Suite; excellent verbal
and written communication skills; conflict resolution skills; and the ability
to use a personal vehicle with valid driver’s license and minimum
property/casualty coverage on such vehicle are also critical to your success in
this position. The successful candidate
must be available for neighborhood meetings and events that occur on evenings
and some weekends. Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in non-profit management,
urban studies, public administration or a related field is a plus. Familiarity
with the North Shore Collinwood community a plus.
We offer a
competitive salary, benefits package, and a supportive and dynamic work
environment. To apply, e-mail or mail
your resume and salary requirements by August
21 to:
Brian
A. Friedman
Executive
Director
Northeast
Shores Development Corporation
317
East 156th Street
Cleveland,
Ohio 44110
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