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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Hey NFB Family and Friends,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Please read below, from Katherine Webster, RISE is in need of a Program Coordinator.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:12.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></p><h3>Program Description<o:p></o:p></h3><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Project RISE (Resilience, Independence, Self-Advocacy, Employment) is a pre-employment transition program within the state of Virginia and part of the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia, focusing on providing blind and low vision students with the skills necessary to become competitively employed. Students between the ages of 14 and 21 come together to enjoy monthly sessions during the school year, participating in workshops designed to make them more competitive in the job market and successful in their next step of life, whatever that may be. Students then engage in work-based learning opportunity, which may include paid or unpaid internship during the summer months. This program promotes positive blindness philosophy, while providing fun and engaging activities for high school and college students. Our program relies on a staff of approximately ten individuals, including a Program Coordinator, Marketing and Logistics Coordinator and a group of mentors. During each academic year, monthly sessions are organized between in-person, virtual, and weekend-long programming.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'> <o:p></o:p></p><h2>Program Coordinator <o:p></o:p></h2><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>Approximately: 40 hours a week | Fulltime <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>Location: While this is a virtual position, all programming and meetings are in the Virginia or surrounding areas<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>Required Duties: <o:p></o:p></p><ul type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='color:#002060;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;text-align:justify;line-height:200%;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:200%'>Manage the overall program including the strategic direction, relationship management, engagement of stakeholders, and staffing</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:#002060;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;text-align:justify;line-height:200%;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:200%'>Build and maintain relationships with the state agency, business partners, VR counselors, and other key stakeholders to ensure program sustainability and growth</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:#002060;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;text-align:justify;line-height:200%;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:200%'>Develop and execute curricula for each session, accommodating for various learning styles and differentiating instruction</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:#002060;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;text-align:justify;line-height:200%;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:200%'>Oversee, manage, and supervise approximately ten staff members, including Marketing and Logistics Coordinator and program mentors, on a day-to-day basis</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:#002060;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;text-align:justify;line-height:200%;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:200%'>Coordinate continuous training of staff and students</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:#002060;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;text-align:justify;line-height:200%;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:200%'>Monitor student progress and concerns, while managing pre-employment transition services</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:#002060;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;text-align:justify;line-height:200%;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:200%'>Recruit students and staff to program</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:#002060;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;text-align:justify;line-height:200%;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:200%'>Develop and execute a strategy and implementation plan for student work experiences</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:#002060;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;text-align:justify;line-height:200%;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:200%'>Coordinate closely with the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia for volunteer opportunities, membership involvement, and collaboration at the chapter and affiliate levels</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:#002060;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;text-align:justify;line-height:200%;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;line-height:200%'>Reports directly to the affiliate president of the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia</span><o:p></o:p></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>Preferred Traits:<o:p></o:p></p><ul type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:115%;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'>Experience with classroom teaching or program management/execution<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:115%;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'>Familiar with Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA) and pre-employment transition services for youth<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:115%;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'>Experience working with blind and low vision youth<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:115%;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%'>Bachelor’s Degree in related field, such as Human Services, Social Work, Education, Vocational Rehabilitation, etc.</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:115%;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%'>Ability to be flexible and adaptable under changing circumstances in a fast-pace environment </span><o:p></o:p></li></ul><p style='line-height:150%'> <o:p></o:p></p><h3>Requirements for Personnel Contractors<o:p></o:p></h3><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>All those contracted to provide services are required to go through a background check, performed by the state of Virginia. If awarded a contract, individuals will be providing services subject to the terms outlined in the independent contract. The compensation will be provided on a monthly basis and excludes additional benefits of any kind.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'> <o:p></o:p></p><h3>Next Steps<o:p></o:p></h3><p class=MsoNormal>If interested in this fulltime opportunity, send a resume, cover letter, and information on two references to <a href="mailto:rise@nfbv.org" target="_blank">rise@nfbv.org</a> by Thursday, July 15, 2021. Interviews will be coordinated dependent on your qualifications and experience.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Thanks,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Kathryn Webster<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#222222'><br>Peace,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span style='color:#222222'>Jacki Bruce<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span style='color:#222222'>Corresponding Secretary, National Federation of the Blind of Virginia<br><a href="mailto:jackibruce6@gmail.com" target="_blank"><span style='color:blue'>mailto:jackibruce6@gmail.com</span></a></span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span style='color:#222222'><a href="tel:(757)291-1789" target="_blank"><span style='color:blue'>tel:(757)291-1789</span></a></span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span style='color:#222222'><a href="http://www.nfb.org/" target="_blank"><span style='color:blue'>www.nfb.org</span></a></span><span style='color:black'><br></span><span style='color:#222222'><a href="http://www.nfbv.org/" target="_blank"><span style='color:blue'>www.nfbv.org</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span style='color:#222222'>Follow us on Twitter @NFBVirginia<br>Find us on Facebook @NationalFederationoftheBlindofVirginia<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span style='color:#222222'>Live the life you want.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#222222'>The National Federation of the Blind is a community of members and friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation’s blind. Every day we work together to help blind people live the lives they want<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>