This is a grant-funded position until 12/31/25. The Program Coordinator is responsible for leading the planning, implementation, and evaluation of CORE’s climate resilience and disaster preparedness programming. The Program Coordinator will work with CORE management to implement grant objectives. The Program Coordinator will monitor program requirements, adhere to budget, and deliver program reports to CORE management, funders, and other entities.
The position will be for 20-24 hours a week, depending on need.Th
Responsibilities:
Manage grant programs and collaborate with various organizational departments and community-based partners
Adhere to program fiscal budgets in conjunction with leadership and ensure financial compliance
Maintain compliance with grant guidelines, local, state, and federal laws, and organizational policies
Identify growth opportunities within Southern California (and beyond) and create strategic partnerships to achieve program objectives
Foster collaborative relationships with internal staff and external agencies
Collect, organize, and evaluate data for program performance assessment
Assist in identification and research of grant opportunities to expand departmental portfolio
Represent the organization at selected community events
Be prepared to deploy as needed to assist with emergency operations across California, contributing to on-the-ground efforts in disaster response and recovery
Other duties as assigned Scope and Travel:
Reports to CA Climate Program Manager
Will need to drive locally and throughout CORE’s service areas across Los Angeles County. Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in emergency management, public administration, or a related field (graduate level studies or degree preferred)
Knowledge of disaster and climate hazard risks specific to the state of California
Relevant certifications such as CPR, CERT (Community Emergency Response Team), (CEM) Certified Emergency Manager or (PMP) Project Management Professional (PMP) are preferred
Minimum 2-3 years in the field of environmental sciences, climate action/resilience, sustainability or community outreach and climate engagement/programs
Minimum 1 year participating in programs with direct supervisory experience
Proficiency in a second “threshold” language such as Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin and/or Cantonese) or Tagalog to communicate effectively with diverse communities across California is preferred Experience:
Minimum of 1-2 years' experience within the nonprofit or public sector.
Familiarity with grant management and compliance with local, state, and federal funding regulations.
Excellent collaboration skills, with experience in community outreach and education
Strong communication and public speaking skills
Knowledge of County/City/Public agencies and or CA Community Based Organizations and local government, including Emergency Management Departments, Public Works, Conservation and Parkland Districts Skills and Competencies:
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong project management, leadership, speaking, and organizational skills
Enhanced skills in MS Excel
Proficient in other MS Office suite programs
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge in Esri GiS Suite a plus
Work proactively
Flexible and adaptive to a frequently changing environment
Close attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
Bilingual in English and another language is a plus
In accordance with CA law, the expected pay range for this CA position is posted with this position. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Additional Information
Clear pre-employment background check requirements, including local, state, and national criminal records checks, sex offender registries, employment, education verifications and child abuse registry check (if required by state regulations) are required post job offer and prior to employment.
Safeguarding
CORE is committed to keeping children and vulnerable individuals safe and has a Zero Tolerance policy for sexual exploitation and abuse. Every CORE employee, consultant and volunteer is bound by CORE’s Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policy. By applying for this position, an applicant confirms that they have not previously violated an employer’s safeguarding, sexual misconduct, (child) sexual exploitation and abuse, or human trafficking policy.
