UAB AmeriCorps Economic Development VISTA

Member Duties

The Economic Development VISTA will assist a community partner in enhancing systems that support volunteers. Their role will involve expanding the host site's ability to identify funding opportunities, gather resources, and effectively communicate the impact of economic development initiatives. Additionally, they will work to increase the host site's capacity to build partnerships and provide clear, accessible information about programs and initiatives.

Program Benefits

• Living Allowance
• Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
• Health Coverage*
• Training
• Relocation Allowance
• Childcare assistance if eligible

*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorpsvista.imglobal.com/.

Terms

• Car recommended
• Permits working at another job during off hours
• Permits attendance at school during off hours

Service Areas

Community and Economic Development

Skills

• Recruitment
• Public Speaking
• Team Work
• Computers/Technology
• Leadership
• Writing/Editing
• Communications
• General Skills
• Conflict Resolution
• Non-Profit Management
• Community Organization

Summary

• Program Type: AmeriCorps VISTA
• UAB AmeriCorps Economic Development VISTA
• Program Start/End Date: 01/12/2026 - 01/11/2027
• Work Schedule: Full Time
• Education level: Some college
• Age Requirement: Minimum: 18 Maximum: None
• Program Locations: ALABAMA
• Contact: Keyana Boglin
  1665 University Blvd
  Birmingham, AL 35233
  205-934-4914
  Kfitzp@uab.edu
  https://sites.uab.edu/uabamericorpsvista/
• Listing ID: 128107