Strategic Partnerships Associate (AmeriCorps VISTA)

Womankind uses the multidimensionality of our Asian heritage to work alongside survivors of gender-based violence as they build a path to healing. We are working tirelessly to create a future where we Rise Above Violence and our communities can innovate towards collective well-being, restoration, and social justice. In addition to promoting healing and safety through service provision, Womankind promotes gender justice through research, coalition building, policy analysis, and community education and mobilization.

The AmeriCorps VISTA Member will build capacity within Womankind’s Strategic Partnerships portfolio by supporting relationship building efforts including prospect research, partnership cultivation, event support, grant writing, and preparing materials for external presentations (slide decks, one-pagers). The VISTA will also support the Associate Director of Strategic Partnerships in the overall partnership development strategy by working across Womankind departments to better understand new trends and gaps, further strengthening internal collaboration.

Essential Functions

• Enhance research capacity to identify and cultivate new partnerships
  • Conduct research to identify potential foundation and corporate partners, including employee resource groups (ERGs) and other workplace affinity groups, whose priorities align with Womankind’s mission and program areas
  • Refine partnership prospect research guide according to organizational goals and priorities
• Strengthen Womankind’s strategic partnerships capacity by supporting administrative aspects of the relationship building process
  • Coordinate the collection and development of supporting materials for external and internal communications with partners which may include, but not limited to one-pagers, presentations, meeting summaries, blog posts, prospect research summaries, etc.
  • Participate in internal and external meetings and take minutes as needed
  • Attend bi-weekly grant planning meetings with the Institutional Giving team to stay informed of current and upcoming grant deadlines. Collaborate on next steps and deliverables as needed.
• Support Womankind’s efforts to strengthen and expand strategic partnerships with corporations and corporate foundations through event support
  • Organize and implement corporate group volunteer activities, including but not limited to beautification projects, in-kind donation drives, and skills-based volunteer events
  • Create an event support template or event planning guide for corporate group volunteering based on insights and lessons learned

Qualifications

• To serve in AmeriCorps VISTA, applicants must have one of the following citizenship statuses: U.S. Citizens, U.S. Nationals, Lawful Permanent Residents, or persons legally residing in a state that have the following legal residency classifications: refugee, asylum or asylee, temporary protected status or deferred action for childhood arrivals (DACA) status. This is a requirement set by AmeriCorps.
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Excellent ability to communicate orally and in writing to a wide range of people (professional donor relations)
• Effective planning, time management, and organizational skills
• Familiarity with non-profit administrative work, development, research, and fundraising
• Proven ability to maintain good working relationships with a variety of people and groups
• Highly resourceful, self-directed, and flexible with excellent team coordination abilities
• Must be able to meet strict deadlines and adapt to changing deadlines
• Knowledge about dynamics of gender-based violence, such as domestic violence, sexual violence, and human trafficking, in immigrant communities preferred
• Deep commitment to Womankind’s mission

Schedule

The start date for this position is March 9, 2026 and may be subject to change, depending on AmeriCorps’ flexibility, availability, and federal budget to place a candidate.

This position is a full-time commitment (40 hours/week) and lasts for one year (12 consecutive months). The VISTA will work a schedule of Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm or 10 am-6 pm. For the first month, VISTAs will be expected to be in-person 2-3 times a week. After the first month, VISTAs can transition to a hybrid schedule of 2 days in person and 3 days remote, although this will be at the discretion of the direct VISTA supervisor. Members in school must have their courses approved by their direct VISTA supervisor to ensure no overlap between classes and VISTA service. Please note, AmeriCorps is a federally funded program, and federal changes may impact programming (such as government shutdowns).

Location

Womankind is based in New York City, so it will be expected that the VISTA can commute in person to our sites. The VISTA will primarily be based out of our Headquarters, located in the Financial District of Manhattan. Occasional travel to external corporate offices, Womankind community offices in Brooklyn (Sunset Park) and Queens (we are in the process of moving), and confidential emergency housing (shelter) may occur throughout the service term. All Womankind locations are accessible through public transportation.

Benefits

• Living allowance ($2310/month) provided by AmeriCorps
• Relocation allowance (for those relocating 50+ miles) provided by AmeriCorps
• 10 medical leave/sick days provided by AmeriCorps
• 10 personal days provided by AmeriCorps
• Choice of healthcare allowance or health benefit plan provided by AmeriCorps
• Choice of education award or end-of-service stipend for successful completion of service provided by AmeriCorps
• Travel reimbursement for subway provided by Womankind
• Training, skill development, and exposure to working in non-profit
• and more as detailed in the AmeriCorps VISTA Member Handbook!

How to Apply

Submit your cover letter and resume to volunteer@iamwk.org. In addition, please create an AmeriCorps account the AmeriCorps registration link, then apply for the Strategic Partnerships Associate Service Listing. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until February 2, 2026.

Questions

For questions or assistance, please reach out to volunteer@iamwk.org. Womankind is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits

• Living allowance ($2310/month) provided by AmeriCorps
• Relocation allowance (for those relocating 50+ miles) provided by AmeriCorps
• 10 medical leave/sick days provided by AmeriCorps
• 10 personal days provided by AmeriCorps
• Choice of healthcare allowance or health benefit plan provided by AmeriCorps
• Choice of education award or end-of-service stipend for successful completion of service provided by AmeriCorps
• Travel reimbursement for subway provided by Womankind
• Training, skill development, and exposure to working in non-profit
• and more as detailed in the AmeriCorps VISTA Member Handbook!