Youth Program Associate -
Job Description
The Korean American Resource & Cultural
Center (KRCC) seeks a talented and committed
individual to serve as a full-time Youth
Program Associate. KRCC is a dynamic
organization working to empower the Korean
American community through education,
advocacy, organizing, social service and
culture.
Major Responsibilities:
- Assist the Youth Coordinator with
planning, recruitment, implementation,
development and evaluation of KRCC’s Youth
Program.
- Build the self-esteem and leadership
skills of Korean and Asian American youth.
- Foster the participation of Korean and
Asian American youth in volunteer work
- Create, translate, publish and
distribute outreach and public education
materials.
- Develop and maintain relationships
with local area schools.
- Speak at small meetings, conferences
and events with schools, parents,
community members and students.
- Facilitate youth participation and
leadership in community organizing
efforts.
- Assist with fundraising activities
related to the program including youth
fundraisers and grant reports.
- Coordinate relevant media and
publicity efforts.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Ability to work independently, think
creatively and prioritize multiple tasks.
Enjoy working with high school and college
students. Excellent written and oral
communication skills. Experience in youth
and/or community organizing and research
strongly preferred. Bilingual in the Korean
and English languages an asset. Must be
available to work some evenings and
weekends.
KRCC offers a competitive salary
commensurate with experience, full health
benefits and paid vacation, sick days and
holidays. To apply: Send cover
letter, resume and writing sample to Becky
Belcore, Executive Director, KRCC, 2701A W.
Peterson Ave., Chicago IL 60659 or
becky@chicagokrcc.org
.
KRCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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