Office of Rural and Farmworker Housing · 1 day ago
Administrative/Communications Coordinator
Yakima, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$53K/yr - $66K/yr
2+ years expThe Office of Rural and Farmworker Housing is seeking an Administration/Communications Coordinator to manage internal and external communications and provide administrative support. This role involves coordinating events, assisting with grant writing, and maintaining organizational records to support the mission of the organization.
CommunitiesConsultingNon Profit
Responsibilities
Coordinate ORFH’s internal and external communications including but not limited to creating an annual report; social media (LinkedIn, Facebook, etc.); website content and maintenance
Assist with research and writing grants and funding requests to support ORFH’s mission. Assist in acknowledging supporters through communication activities
Assist with recruiting new staff through job postings, screening applications for completeness and assisting with onboarding by coordinating initial meetings, trainings, and orientation materials
Event planning and coordination including Housing WA, the biennial Farmworker Housing Conference, ORFH Board/Staff retreats, open houses, etc
Develop and maintain a list of internal and external training opportunities for ORFH staff along with tracking individual staffs’ participation in said trainings
Responsible for scheduling ongoing application checklist meetings associated with housing application deadlines; help create agendas and track follow-up items
Research, identify and share data related to affordable housing development with ORFH staff
Review and edit narrative components of proposals associated with ORFH’s affordable housing development work
Assist in maintaining organizational records including SharePoint sites, project filing templates and practices, Developments Completed spreadsheet, Board minutes, etc
Help build a positive ORFH work environment through employee recognitions (work anniversary, birthday, etc.) and team building activities
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Intermediate-level (or greater) experience with the Microsoft Office suite of programs and internet technologies
Exercise sound judgment and decision-making, including confidentiality, within defined scope of authority
Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
Ability to successfully meet deadlines
Accurate and detail-oriented with follow-through skills
Ability to work collaboratively with project teams, funders, government agencies, fellow staff members, and a wide variety of individuals
Strong research skills and the ability to learn and interpret policies and regulations
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and commitment to the mission
Valid WA driver's license, proof of insurance, and ability to travel locally
Eligibility to work in the United States
Associate of Arts degree or greater or equivalent direct work experience
Minimum of two years' experience in an office environment
Preferred
Bilingual (English and Spanish) and bicultural desirable
Experience working with nonprofits, public agencies and with community representatives preferred
Familiarity with housing development laws and regulations helpful
Benefits
Excellent Benefits Package
Company
Office of Rural and Farmworker Housing
Office of Rural and Farmworker Housing specializes in development consulting, technical assistance, community lending, policy, & advocacy.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Marty Miller
Executive Director
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