Community Development VISTA

Community Development VISTA

Housing Alexandria (HALX) is a non-profit affordable housing developer and owner. Click here to learn more about our history, mission, vision, and values.

To apply, please click here to submit your application through the Americops portal.

Responsibilities:

The VISTA’s tasks will primarily fall under the umbrella of grant acquisition support and resident data management tasks, while providing support with growing community partnerships. This includes tasks such as grant writing, grant researching, analyzing data, using data to create infographics, cultivating relationships with community members, and strengthening our network of community partners. The VISTA team member will strengthen the fundraising, data, and community outreach strategies within Housing Alexandria and collaborate with team members across the organization to increase our ability to provide services to our residents.

Program Benefits:

Education award upon successful completion of service, Housing stipend; Transportation stipend , Living Allowance , Training , Childcare assistance if eligible , Health Coverage* , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Relocation Allowance .

Skills:

General Skills , Non-Profit Management , Communications , Community Organization , Computers/Technology , Social Services , Writing/Editing , Urban Planning , Fund raising/Grant Writing , Leadership

Is this position right for you? 

We strongly encourage people of every race, color, orientation, age, gender, origin, and ability to apply. Candidates with lived experience in the services we provide are highly desired. We value a diverse workplace and prioritize an inclusive climate without discrimination and harassment during the application process and after you join the team. 

Research indicates that men tend to apply for jobs when they meet just 60% of the criteria, while women and people from other marginalized groups only apply if they are a 100% match. If you are passionate about Housing Alexandria’s mission and think you have what it takes to be successful in this role, even if you don’t check all the boxes, please apply. We’d appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.