LeadSafeCNY is Hiring

Lead Coalition Coordinator
The Lead Coalition Coordinator (“the Coordinator”) is responsible for ensuring the successful implementation of the LeadSafeCNY Coalition’s strategic goals and objectives. An employee of Home HeadQuarters, Inc. (HHQ), the Coordinator will work closely with the LeadSafeCNY Coalition and its partners and stakeholders, which include a diverse group comprised of community-based organizations, municipal and state governments, local philanthropic organizations, healthcare providers, affected community residents, lead remediation professionals and contractors, academia and others. The Coordinator will work to ensure that partners effectively coordinate and leverage their collective resources to ensure the Coalition is successful in reaching its goals to reduce childhood lead poisoning in Central New York.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Partnership Facilitation:

Serve as Coalition liaison and local point person for LeadSafeCNY efforts responsible for coordinating partners engaged in local lead efforts.

Identify, develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and new local partners.

Manage routine Coalition activities, including setting agendas; defining roles and responsibilities; scheduling and facilitating monthly Steering committee meetings as well as quarterly Coalition committees; and taking minutes at all Coalition meetings.

Conduct follow-up activities identified at Coalition meetings.

Assist in the facilitation of how Coalition funds are used.

Document and report to partner organizations on progress toward objectives and systems change.

Identify and implement a cross-partner data collection platform that will assist the Coalition in identifying metrics for reporting and new program development.

2. Project Management & Action Plan Implementation:

Coordinate stakeholders’ efforts to implement specific items in the Action Plan related to the Coalition’s strategic goals and objectives.

Research solutions to identified resource needs.

Assist in data compilation to inform strategies and new program development.

Report to Coalition members and funders on progress toward strategic goals.

Prepare reports and materials to share progress to the community at-large.

Coordinate efforts to update the Action Plan as necessary.

3. Resource Development:

Work closely with Coalition members and partners to develop a funding plan that leverages resources to support local implementation.

Develop and advocate for avenues and resources to sustain the LeadSafeCNY Coalition over time.

Take the lead in and/or support development of grant and funding proposals as needed.

4. Capacity Building & Technical Assistance:

Partner with local and State leaders to identify and create opportunities that support local efforts.

Assess and address priority capacity needs of Coalition committees.

Facilitate technical assistance from Coalition to local partner organizations on an as-needed basis.

Aid in identifying training and other support needs that the Training and Support Committee can address.

5. Resource Deployment:

Work with HHQ’s lending team to deploy home improvement grant and loan products that focus on remediating lead hazard in homes, with a specific focus on the Window and Door Replacement Program.

Identify ways to leverage existing resources to create financing that best meets the needs of households facing lead hazards in their homes.

Make client referrals to other local organizations to access healthy housing resources as needed.

Perform all other duties as required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Degree in public policy, public health, business management or government

Familiarity with lead paint rules and regulations, home renovation/repair and local community knowledge

Proven project management and organizational skills with attention to detail

A demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate and achieve results across multiple partnerships and agendas

Cultural competency and strong interpersonal skills for interacting with colleagues, clients and program partners of all demographic and professional levels

A track record for open and effective internal and external communication; be able to effectively engage diverse audiences and stakeholders verbally and in writing

Experience in fundraising and grant writing

Possess strong presentation and public speaking skills

Flexibility, initiative, and a collaborative spirit

Ability to work independently as well as part of a team made up of people from diverse backgrounds and in partnership with other organizations

Strong understanding and commitment to addressing environmental and economic inequities through solution-based approaches

High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Own or have access to vehicle for transportation and be willing to travel for trainings, meetings and conferences

Spanish speaking ability a plus

Strong understanding and commitment to addressing environmental and economic inequities through solution-based approaches

CLASSIFICATION

Salaried, Exempt

TO APPLY: 

Interested parties should submit a cover letter, describing their salary requirements and qualifications, with resume and 3 professional references to: [email protected]. No phone calls please.

Home HeadQuarters is an Equal Opportunity Employer.