Job Information
Conservation Legacy Stewards VISTA: Providence Urban Wildlife Conservation Partnership Co-Design Associate in Providence, Rhode Island
About Stewards:
Stewards Individual Placements (Stewards) provides individuals with service and career opportunities to strengthen communities and preserve our natural resources. Participants work with federal agencies, tribal governments, and nonprofits building institutional capacity, developing community relationships, and supporting ecosystem health.
For more information regarding Stewards, please visit our website. (https://stewardslegacy.org/)
About the Site and Position:
This position is a 365 day (1 year) public service term lasting from August 12, 2024 – August 11, 2025.
Living Allowance: $62.69/day ($22,881.85/year)
The Providence Urban Wildlife Conservation Partnership Co-Design Associate VISTA member will build the capacity of the Providence Wildlife Refuge by assisting with outreach, coordination, and relationship building to support the design of asset-based anti-poverty that also aligns with environmental conservation programming in impoverished neighborhoods near Providence, RI. The Center will be working extensively in several neighborhoods surrounding the Providence Wildlife Refuge where the poverty rate includes 21% of the population (the North End/Ward 4). The Partnership's targeted co-design approach will help alleviate poverty in the region. As a result of the VISTA member’s service, the Urban Wildlife Conservation Partnership will design effective and valuable refuge programming that builds upon the strengths and assets of neighborhoods close to the Urban Wildlife Refuge in the Providence area.
Member Duties:
Build the capacity of the Providence Urban Wildlife Conservation Partnership by assisting with outreach, coordination, and relationship building to support the design of a community greenspace and outdoor learning area in the North End neighborhood of Providence, RI.
Service Areas:
Environment
Community Outreach
Education
Program Benefits:
Segal Education Award ($7,395.00) OR Cash Stipend ($1,800) upon successful completion of service
Living Allowance ($62.69/day, disbursed every 2 weeks)
Phone Stipend ($35/month)
Relocation Allowance
Professional Equipment Provided (laptop, software, etc.)
Regular Training and Professional Development Opportunities (free and virtual)
Employee Wellness Program (access to a licensed, professional counselor and 24/7 in-moment support)
Childcare*
Healthcare*
Non-Competitive Eligibility upon successful completion of the term*
Networking and Mentorship
Access to a nationwide cohort of like-minded peers
*For more information regarding the Segal Education Award, check out this link as well as alternative uses for the award here Segal AmeriCorps Education Award | AmeriCorps (https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/segal-americorps-education-award) .
*For more information regarding the AmeriCorps VISTA Childcare benefit, please visit AmeriCorps Childcare Program (https://americorpschildcare.com/)
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit VISTA Benefits | AmeriCorps (https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits) .
*For details about Non-Competitive Eligibility, please visit Non-Competitive Eligibility Overview (americorps.gov) (https://my.americorps.gov/trust/help/member_portal/non_competitive_eligibility_overview.htm)
**APPLY HERE: My AmeriCorps - Home Page (https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=122430)
For more information, please contact Addie Gilkerson (she/her) at agilkerson@conservationlegacy.org
Stewards Individual Placements does not and will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application, interviewing, and/or onboarding process, please send your request to the hiring manager in your preferred method of communication.
Required Skills
(Recommended)
Fundraising
Grant Writing
Environment
Communications
Education
Conflict Resolution
Recruitment
Public Speaking
General Skills
Community Organization
Social Services
Teamwork
Required Experience
Applicant is REQUIRED to be very familiar with the local area they will be serving, with experience living or working in the community of the North End/Ward 4.