Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor Commission

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Staff

 

Interim Executive Director,

Amanda Jackson, Chief of Staff

Nina Rosario, Operations and Outreach Coordinator

Angel Parson, M.Ed., Program Coordinator

 

Current Full-time Staff Openings

Communications Coordinator, Full Time, Non-Exempt

The successful candidate will utilize GGCHC’s branding and messaging guidelines to create promotional materials and newsletters, contribute to the development of GGCHC’s website, organize meetings and presentations, and interact with community partners and stakeholders to effectively deliver GGCHC’s mission and message to the public, the media, and social media. You must possess superb written and verbal communication skills. Be able to produce videos for social media, events, and other marketing opportunities, and have in-depth knowledge of marketing trends and setting benchmarks and goals to track progress and growth.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s Degree in marketing, communications, English, public relations, or journalism. A minimum of 2-3 years experience working in a marketing or communications position. Possess a solid understanding of effective marketing techniques. Must have excellent writing and editing skills. Be able to communicate clearly and effectively. Strong time-management and organizational skills.

SALARY RANGE: $48,000-$58,000 is based upon the candidate’s level of knowledge, education, skill, and experience. The GGCHC provides a benefits package of paid vacation and sick days, travel reimbursement, and medical stipend.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

1. Growing and developing a variety of content for GGCHC’s social media channels, marketing programs, and resources and raising awareness of GGCHC’s mission and programs by creating and sharing interesting, relevant, and engaging content.

Identify new and innovative ways to enhance and expand GGCHC’s social media presence and outreach to various stakeholders.

2. Managing the GGCHC website, which includes creating a variety of content, ensuring that the site is fresh and timely, accurate, representative of GGCHC’s many bodies of work, and engaging a variety of audiences.

3. Coordinating the development and dissemination of GGCHC’s monthly newsletters and other online outreach strategies.

4. Researching new possibilities for outreach and collaboration with partner organizations.

5. Identifying strategies to engage with national media outlets, reporters, and social media influencers.

6. Producing videos for social media, events, and other marketing opportunities.

7. Developing and compiling monthly reports and web analytics to inform content creation; setting benchmarks and goals to track progress and growth.

8. Ensuring cross-departmental collaboration on communications efforts.

9. Maintaining and upholding GGCHC’s branding and messaging guidelines in all digital and printed materials.

10. Providing communications support to other departments, as needed.

11. Maintain a database of media and communications contacts.

12. Create public presentations for Executive Director

13. Use Canva, Adobe, Microsoft Office Suite, CapCut (or other video editing software),and other programs to design marketing materials

14. Create, track, and evaluate indicators of success.

15. Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

 

Grants Manager, Full Time, Non-Exempt

The Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor (GGCHC) is currently seeking a Grant Manager. The Grant Manager is responsible for the organization The Grant Coordinator will identify and apply for various grants that meet the organization’s needs, overseeing the grant application process from beginning to end. Any applicant should deeply understand GGCHC’s mission to preserve, share, and interpret the history, traditional cultural practices, heritage sites, and natural resources associated with the Gullah Geechee people of coastal North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. An ideal applicant shares a personal connection to GGCHC’s purpose.

SALARY RANGE: $45,000-$52,000 is based upon the candidate’s level of knowledge, education, skill, and experience. The GGCHC provides a benefits package of paid vacation and sick days, travel reimbursement, and medical stipend.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

· Research various types of grants available and the criteria to qualify for each.

· Discusses available sources of funding with administrative managers.

· Compiles necessary information for the application process through collaboration with other employees, database research, and other factfinding actions and meetings.

· Drafts and completes grant applications according to application requirements.

· Ensures grant is submitted on time and within application parameters.

· Completes all documents, forms, or reports required by the grant.

· Coordinates the monitoring and evaluation of programs and projects that are funded by grants.

· Develops and maintains master files on grants and paperwork connected to programs funded by grants.

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

Essential Skills and Background: Selected candidate will demonstrate his/her commitment to carrying out the mission and values of GGCHC, as well as possess the following essential skills and background:

Required Skills/Abilities:

● Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

● Excellent interpersonal skills.

● Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

● Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines.

● Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

● Strong supervisory and leadership skills.

● Understanding of project management and the skills needed to forecast and plan ahead.

● Passionate, enthusiastic, team player, with good judgment and an ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to changing needs and priorities; proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously with little direction.

● Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

 

Current Part-time/Temporary Staff Openings

Resilience Coordinator, Full-Time/Temporary, Non-Exempt 

The Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor (GGCHC) is currently seeking a Resilience Coordinator. The Resilience Coordinator is responsible for the will identify effective communication strategies for Gullah Geechee communities, identifying key stakeholders in habitat restoration issues, building relationships with key restoration actors in the region, and building the logistical infrastructure in the Corridor office to support/initiate restoration work independently.

Any applicant should deeply understand GGCHC’s mission to preserve, share, and interpret the history, traditional cultural practices, heritage sites, and natural resources associated with the Gullah Geechee people of coastal North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. An ideal applicant shares a personal connection to GGCHC’s purpose.

SALARY RANGE: $60,000-$65,000 based upon the candidate’s level of knowledge, education, skill, and experience. The GGCHC provides a benefits package of paid vacation and sick days, travel reimbursement, and medical stipend.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

1. The Resilience Coordinator will be a liaison to the Ad Hoc Committee on Climate Change and Natural Resources.

2. Will identify effective communication strategies for Gullah Geechee communities,

3. Identify key stakeholders in habitat restoration issues,

4. Build relationships with key restoration actors in the region

5. Build the logistical infrastructure in the Corridor office to support/initiate restoration work independently.

6. Will coordinate community meetings to be hosted at locations within and accessible to Gullah Geechee communities.

7. Collect the results of the community feedback and combined them with perspectives from restoration partners and used them to identify priorities for restoration.

8. Integrate feedback and priorities and create the Corridor Resilience Plan.

Essential Skills and Background: Selected candidate will demonstrate his/her commitment to carrying out the mission and values of GGCHC, as well as possess the following essential skills and background:

● At least 5 years of office administration experience.

● Non-profit and federal and private grant writing and management experience.

● Coordinate events, including Commission Quarterly Meeting venue and accommodation.

● Manage Blackbaud’s eTapestry fundraising platform (training provided).

● Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe.

● Attention to detail is a must as well as strong organizational skills.

● S/he must be committed to establishing and maintaining effective organizational systems within an office environment.

● Event planning experience is highly desired.

● Experience with international travel arrangements and logistics management is a strong plus.

● High level of professionalism and a strong ability to relate to people of all business levels.

● Understanding of project management and the skills needed to forecast and plan ahead.

● Effective interpersonal communication style particularly with Board members, executives, and senior-level staff.

● Passionate, enthusiastic, team player, with good judgment and an ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to changing needs and priorities; proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously with little direction.

● Strong problem-solving skills.

● Sensitivity toward cultural diversity and an ability to work across various regions of the world.

● Provide monthly reports to Executive Team

The additional position expectations listed below are representative of the demeanor of the applicant necessary to successfully carry out the essential duties and responsibilities of the job.

Interpersonal Communication:

● Professionally represent the Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor National Heritage Area and follow all policies

● Respectfully engage, listen to, teach, and learn from people with diverse perspectives and experiences

● Possess a high standard of courtesy, selflessness, tolerance, hard work, adaptability, and flexibility

● Follow guidelines as outlined in the GGCHC policies and procedures manual

 

Climate Advocate, Part-Time, Non-Exempt

The Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage Commission (GGCHC) is a dedicated environmental nonprofit organization committed to addressing climate change and promoting habitat restoration initiatives. Our mission is to restore and protect critical habitats while advocating for evidence-based policies that combat the climate crisis. We are seeking a passionate and driven individual to join our team as a Part-Time Climate Advocate to support our policy analysis and implementation strategies.

Position Summary: As a Part-Time Climate Advocate, you will play an integral role in advancing our organization’s mission by conducting policy analysis and contributing to the development and implementation of habitat restoration strategies. Your work will directly impact our ability to restore and protect vital ecosystems and mitigate the effects of climate change, And amplify the GGCHC’s Climate advocacy voice.

SALARY RANGE: $24 per hour

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

1. Policy Analysis:

· Research and analyze local, state, and federal policies related to habitat restoration and climate change mitigation.

· Monitor legislative developments, environmental regulations, and scientific studies relevant to habitat restoration.

· Prepare concise policy briefs, reports, and recommendations to inform our advocacy efforts.

· Collaborate and assist with all grants that align with climate advocacy.

2. Advocacy and Strategy Development:

· Collaborate with the advocacy team to develop and execute effective habitat restoration advocacy strategies.

· Identify opportunities to influence policy decisions and promote sustainable habitat restoration practices.

· Contribute to strategic planning and campaign development to achieve advocacy goals.

3. Stakeholder Engagement:

· Build and maintain relationships with policymakers, government agencies, environmental organizations, and other stakeholders.

· Represent GGCHC at meetings, conferences, and public events to advocate for habitat restoration policies.

· Engage and educate community members on habitat restoration and climate issues.

4. Communication and Outreach:

· Create informative content for the organization’s website, social media platforms, and newsletters.

· Assist in developing public education materials and presentations to raise awareness about habitat restoration and climate change.

· Collaborate with the communications team to promote advocacy messages effectively.

5. Implementation Support:

· Assist in coordinating and implementing habitat restoration projects in alignment with advocacy goals.

· Monitor and report on project progress and outcomes.

· Work closely with project teams to ensure successful restoration efforts.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, public policy, conservation, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

· Strong commitment to environmental conservation, habitat restoration, and climate advocacy.

· Excellent research and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information.

· Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

· Prior experience in policy analysis, advocacy, or related roles is advantageous.

· Familiarity with habitat restoration and environmental policy is a plus.

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office and research tools.

· Willingness to engage in occasional evening or weekend events as needed.

· Knowledge of local and regional environmental issues is desirable.

 

How to Apply: Interested candidates should email resumes and cover letters to hiring@gullahgeecheecorridor.org. Please include the job title in the subject line. Example “Full- Time Resilience Coordinator Application”. Applications will be accepted through October 13, 2023.

 

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