Youth Prosperity Grant Coordinator

Fathers of St Edmund, Southern Missions, Inc.

Youth Prosperity Grant Coordinator

Selma, AL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    JOB SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Division Director of Community Resilience and Opportunity Programs, the Youth Prosperity Grant Coordinator is responsible for supporting the implementation and compliance of the Youth Prosperity Grant.

    Through our newly launched YPP an innovative initiative focused on preparing young people ages 14–25 for long-term success in education and employment—we are committed to helping youth overcome barriers through comprehensive support, real-world experiences, and meaningful mentorship.

    This position ensures the success of the Youth Prosperity Grant by managing: program coordination, monitoring grant data and outcomes, compiling data for grant reporting, fostering relationships with families, students and teachers; arranging travel, and event planning; assisting with budget and compliance; and leading outreach and marketing efforts across all Youth Prosperity programming. The Coordinator will work closely with program managers and staff across the Sisters Network, Academy, Workforce Development, and the Institute to ensure smooth operations and effective reporting.

    ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Program Coordination & Travel Logistics

    Coordinate travel, itineraries, and logistics for conferences, trainings, experiential learning, and college visits

    Organize field trip permissions, initial enrollment records, and other required documentation as needed across various YYP programs

    Provide support for parent communications

    Foster positive relationships between families, students, teachers, staff and clients

    Data & Grant Administration

    Monitor data entry from multiple departments to ensure integrity and timely reporting

    Track key grant outcomes and prepare data for reporting

    Support managers in monitoring the Youth Prosperity budget to ensure appropriate spending

    Collaborate with Mission Advancement to ensure matching funds and compliance requirements are met

    Grant management- monitor and compile data for grant reporting

    Outreach & Marketing

    Lead outreach and marketing for Youth Prosperity programming

    Maintain updated promotional and informational materials for distribution

    Administrative Support

    Schedule meetings, trainings, and special events

    Maintain organized filing systems (digital and physical) for program documentation

    Track program supplies and assist with general office logistics

    Provide administrative support to the Division Director and program managers as needed

    Perform standard clerical work including correspondence, copying, and filing

    · Complete other duties as assigned and determined by the Division Director of Community Resilience and Opportunity Programs and/ or the President and CEO

    KEY CANDIDATE CHARACTERISTICS

    Unassailable personal integrity and moral reputation

    Appreciation and respect for the Catholic Church and its teachings

    Understanding of and commitment to the concepts of “ministry” to the disadvantaged

    Team-oriented philosophy of work and management

    REQUIREMENTS

    Associates Degree required in related field, Bachelor’s degree preferred

    Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse audience

    Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; database experience preferred

    Willingness to learn Canva and other organizational database systems Apricot

    Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy

    Excellent verbal and written communication skills

    Valid driver’s license; must be comfortable driving fleet vehicles

    Ability to lift 40 lbs and reside within 30 minutes of Selma, AL

    Experience in program coordination, event planning, outreach, or grant administration preferred

    WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    General office environment with some travel to program and event sites

    Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required for events or travel

    Requires sitting and standing for extended periods and lifting up to 40 lbs