Project Coordinator-ENOUGH ACT

The Essex HOPE ENOUGH Initiative Project Coordinator will provide project coordination, community engagement, partnership coordination, reporting support, meeting facilitation, and other services as outlined. The Project Coordinator is responsible for completing agreed-upon deliverables and supporting implementation of the Essex HOPE Initiative under Maryland's ENOUGH Initiative.

Working in coordination with the Director of Community Programs, the Project Coordinator supports the implementation of community-driven strategies designed to improve outcomes for children and families in the Essex community. The Project Coordinator serves as a liaison among residents, community partners, schools, government agencies, consultants, and stakeholders to advance initiative goals and ensure compliance with grant requirements and project deliverables.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Program Coordination
• Assist with coordinating activities related to the Essex HOPE ENOUGH Initiative.
• Track project milestones, deliverables, timelines, and implementation activities.
• Support implementation of community action strategies and work plans.
• Coordinate schedules for meetings, training, planning sessions, and community engagement activities.
• Coordinate communication and services with local and state technical assistance providers.
• Maintain project records and documentation necessary to support grant reporting and compliance requirements.

Community Engagement
• Assist in organizing community meetings, listening sessions, focus groups, and outreach activities.
• Support resident engagement and leadership development efforts, including youth participation initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with community residents, schools, nonprofit organizations, faith-based organizations, local government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Participate in community events representing the Essex HOPE Initiative.
• Support efforts to ensure community voices are incorporated into planning and implementation activities.

Partnership Coordination
• Coordinate communication among Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 partners.
• Maintain partner contact information, participation records, and meeting documentation.
• Facilitate communication among community partners, consultants, agencies, and stakeholders.
• Support coordination of referrals, resource-sharing efforts, and collaborative activities among project partners.

Reporting and Administrative Support
• Prepare meeting agendas, presentation materials, summaries, and project documentation.
• Assist with grant reporting, compliance monitoring, and documentation requests.
• Support collection and maintenance of data necessary for project reporting and evaluation.
• Submit monthly activity summaries and required deliverables consistent with contract requirements.
• Communicate material risks, delays, barriers, recommendations, and decisions requiring CAN action.

Deliverables

The Project Coordinator shall provide the following deliverables:
• Monthly activity and progress reports.
• Documentation of community engagement activities, meetings, and outreach efforts.
• Coordination and facilitation support for community meetings, planning sessions, and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Maintenance of project records and partner communications.
• Assistance with grant reporting requirements and data collection activities.

Technical Assistance and Community Support
• Assist community stakeholders in identifying and accessing available resources and services.
• Provide support to community leaders and residents participating in Essex HOPE activities.
• Facilitate communication between the Essex community and project partners, consultants, and technical assistance providers.
• Support implementation efforts designed to advance goals established through the Maryland ENOUGH Initiative.

Education Experience and Knowledge
• Bachelor’s degree with major course work in social or behavioral sciences preferred but not required.
• 2 years of data entry experience in a high pace environment.
• Must possess a current Maryland driver’s license and access to a vehicle for business use.
• May be required to use your own personal vehicle to fulfill your job-related responsibilities.
• Bilingual preferred.

Abilities and Skills:
• Requires strong data entry and organizational skills.
• Must be detailed oriented.
• Strong computer proficiency.
• Ability to understand basic math and work with numbers.
• Must be organized, flexible and dedicated to quality service delivery.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Proficient in technology applications.
• Demonstrate integrity and ethical standards in job performance.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards.
• Ability to demonstrate compassion and respect for people with economic challenges.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Knowledge of governmental benefits, community programs and other resources with ability to access same for the clients.

AAP/EEO Statement

Community Assistance Network is an equal opportunity employer. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.