Youth Development Recruitment Specialist

1 month ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana Full time
Job Overview

Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated individual to serve as a VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America) member. The successful candidate will play a critical role in helping the organization develop systems and policies that promote the sustainability of its mission, while building girls of courage, confidence, and character.

The VISTA member will focus on capacity building needs for underserved communities, with a particular emphasis on serving veterans and military families, as well as low-income youth experiencing poverty. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for community development, outreach, and education, and will be able to work effectively with diverse stakeholders to achieve program goals.

Key Responsibilities
  • Contribute to the development of financial awareness programs for Girl Scouts low-income troops, including training troop leaders in Volunteer Essentials for fundraising and assisting with grant writing.
  • Enhance brand awareness for Girl Scouts GCNWI and grow the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) volunteer base by 5%.
  • Work closely with Girl Scouts GCNWI staff to identify capacity building needs and develop strategies to address them.
  • Assist with recruitment and outreach efforts to engage diverse stakeholders and promote program goals.
Requirements
  • Strong passion for community development, outreach, and education.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including volunteers, staff, and community members.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Benefits
  • Metra Train/CTA Allowance.
  • Childcare assistance if eligible.
  • Training.
  • Living Allowance.
Terms
  • Permits working at another job during off hours.
Service Areas
  • Community and Economic Development.
  • Community Outreach.
  • Children/Youth.
  • Education.
Skills
  • Fund raising/Grant Writing.
  • Conflict Resolution.
  • Recruitment.
  • Community Organization.
  • Team Work.


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