Program Assistant
Tewa Women United, Espanola, NM, United States
Management/Administration
Tewa Women United offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a supportive working environment. The benefits package for employees working at least 25 hours a week includes generous paid time off, full employer-paid health, dental, and vision, and an emphasis on work-life balance. Our intention is to co-create a work environment based on Tewa values, including A'Gin (respect for self and others) and Seegi ma vay i (loving, caring for each other).
Please note that contractors and temporary positions are not eligible for staff benefits.
Our positions are based in Espaola, New Mexico. While we do offer our employees some hybrid options, these are not remote positions and employees are expected to spend at least 24 hours a week on site in our Espaola office.
Environmental Justice Program
Program Assistant +
The EJ program is seeking a program assistant who can be responsible for assisting in the planning, organizing, directing, and implementing of projects under the EJ program. This position will provide general office support and administrative assistance to all EJ program areas.
Status: Non-exempt, Regular Part-time (30 hours per week)
Pay rate: $18/hour
To apply: Send cover letter and email to: info@tewawomenunited.org
Responsibilities
Assist and support EJ Program in fulfilling project(s) goals and objectives, including but not limited to, the preparation of community engagement activities, research, and specialized projects
Conduct essential office duties, such as proofreading and making copies/scanning of documents, responding to emails and phone calls, and organizing office equipment/space, etc.
Relaying internal emails to staff
Prepare and maintain physical and digital files as requested by program staff
Assist in planning and organizing logistics for program training, sessions, and activities
Assist in managing online resources by updating Google Calendar, EJ Google Drive, and Monday.com boards with program impending activities/ events/ trainings
Attend and participate in EJ weekly staff meetings and monthly TWU Staff Meetings by taking minutes and notes
Maintain and update contact listing and databases for the program
Reserving equipment and conference rooms for presentations and in-office meetings
Acting as a liaison between different departments within TWU
Maintain confidentiality when programming TWU and through the EJ Program
Participate in check-in meetings with the Program Manager on productivity, accountability, performance, and delegation on a regular basis
Perform other duties as assigned by TWU Director and/or EJ Program Manager
Outreach/Community Building
Assist in updating, creating, and distributing outreach materials and newsletters within social media outlets, websites, etc.
Maintain supporting relationships among media, key decision makers, and community members/ organizations, including tribal and public schools
Represent TWU and participate in community events as assigned, which include both internal and external events
Assist the EJ program/TWU by revising and distributing outreach information that is accurate and available for its intended purposes
Finance and Fundraising
Obtain prior approval and provide updates to EJ Program Manager regarding purchasing supplies, mileage reimbursements, input of expense form, budget support, and timesheets
Assist with proposal writing to develop additional funding as requested
Collaborate in general TWU fundraising strategy.
Training and Classes
Participate in trainings/ classes for staff, service providers, and community on a variety of topics, including but not limited to the Environmental Health & Justice Program and TWU Organization
Commit to ongoing professional skill development and anti-oppression practice/ approach.
Campaign Movement Building and Connection
Support other TWU Programs as needed and indicated in scopes of work with the supervisor's pre-approval.
Assist in coordinating and implementing TWU Campaign(s).
Qualifications
Commitment to TWU's mission and values
Must have a minimum of GED or high school diploma
Preferred the candidate to have an associate's degree or two years of experience in administering or supporting nonprofit programming. A combination of school and experience can be considered
Experience with excellent organizational and time management skills
Desire to work in a team environment
Ability to effectively interact with a wide range of people in social and professional situations; experienced interacting and working with a diverse population
Capability to communicate clearly in written and oral form
Ability to interact with a variety of personnel at different levels of responsibility
Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with co-workers and colleagues, collaborative partners, board members, government officials, volunteers, customers, and constituents
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Monday.com, Google, and database management software is desirable
Experience working with Native American communities/clientele, cultural sensitivity to the needs and distinct tribal and cultural ways of life, and willingness to complete cultural competency training and/or undoing racism training
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to work a flexible schedule
Organized and able to multitask
Effective and creative problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently
Basic computer skills
Reproductive Justice Program
Program Assistant +
The Reproductive Justice Program is seeking a program assistant who can be responsible for assisting in the planning, organizing, directing, and implementing of projects under the RJ program. This position will provide general office support and administrative assistance to all RJ program areas.
Status: Non-exempt, Regular Full-time (40 hours per week)
Pay rate: $18/hour
To apply: Send cover letter and email to: info@tewawomenunited.org
Responsibilities
Primary Duties
Assist and support RJ Program in fulfilling project(s) goals and objectives, including but not limited to, the preparation of community engagement activities, research, and specialized projects
Conduct essential office duties, such as proofreading and making copies/scanning of documents, responding to emails and phone calls, and organizing office equipment/space, etc.
Relaying internal emails to staff
Prepare and maintain physical and digital files as requested by program staff
Assist in planning and organizing logistics for program training, sessions, and activities
Assist in managing online resources by updating Google Calendar, EJ Google Drive, and Monday.com boards with program impending activities/ events/ trainings
Attend and participate in RJ weekly staff meetings and monthly TWU Staff Meetings by taking minutes and notes
Maintain and update contact listing and databases for the program
Reserving equipment and conference rooms for presentations and in-office meetings
Acting as a liaison between different departments within TWU
Maintain confidentiality when programming TWU and through the RJ Program
Participate in check-in meetings with the Program Manager on productivity, accountability, performance, and delegation on a regular basis
Perform other duties as assigned by TWU Director and/or RJ Program Manager
Outreach/Community Building
Assist in updating, creating, and distributing outreach materials and newsletters within social media outlets, websites, etc.
Maintain supporting relationships among media, key decision makers, and community members/ organizations, including tribal and public schools
Represent TWU and participate in community events as assigned, which include both internal and external events
Assist the RJ program/TWU by revising and distributing outreach information that is accurate and available for its intended purposes
Finance and Fundraising
Obtain prior approval and provide updates to RJ Program Manager regarding purchasing supplies, mileage reimbursements, input of expense form, budget support, and timesheets
Assist with proposal writing to develop additional funding as requested
Tewa Women United offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a supportive working environment. The benefits package for employees working at least 25 hours a week includes generous paid time off, full employer-paid health, dental, and vision, and an emphasis on work-life balance. Our intention is to co-create a work environment based on Tewa values, including A'Gin (respect for self and others) and Seegi ma vay i (loving, caring for each other).
Please note that contractors and temporary positions are not eligible for staff benefits.
Our positions are based in Espaola, New Mexico. While we do offer our employees some hybrid options, these are not remote positions and employees are expected to spend at least 24 hours a week on site in our Espaola office.
Environmental Justice Program
Program Assistant +
The EJ program is seeking a program assistant who can be responsible for assisting in the planning, organizing, directing, and implementing of projects under the EJ program. This position will provide general office support and administrative assistance to all EJ program areas.
Status: Non-exempt, Regular Part-time (30 hours per week)
Pay rate: $18/hour
To apply: Send cover letter and email to: info@tewawomenunited.org
Responsibilities
Assist and support EJ Program in fulfilling project(s) goals and objectives, including but not limited to, the preparation of community engagement activities, research, and specialized projects
Conduct essential office duties, such as proofreading and making copies/scanning of documents, responding to emails and phone calls, and organizing office equipment/space, etc.
Relaying internal emails to staff
Prepare and maintain physical and digital files as requested by program staff
Assist in planning and organizing logistics for program training, sessions, and activities
Assist in managing online resources by updating Google Calendar, EJ Google Drive, and Monday.com boards with program impending activities/ events/ trainings
Attend and participate in EJ weekly staff meetings and monthly TWU Staff Meetings by taking minutes and notes
Maintain and update contact listing and databases for the program
Reserving equipment and conference rooms for presentations and in-office meetings
Acting as a liaison between different departments within TWU
Maintain confidentiality when programming TWU and through the EJ Program
Participate in check-in meetings with the Program Manager on productivity, accountability, performance, and delegation on a regular basis
Perform other duties as assigned by TWU Director and/or EJ Program Manager
Outreach/Community Building
Assist in updating, creating, and distributing outreach materials and newsletters within social media outlets, websites, etc.
Maintain supporting relationships among media, key decision makers, and community members/ organizations, including tribal and public schools
Represent TWU and participate in community events as assigned, which include both internal and external events
Assist the EJ program/TWU by revising and distributing outreach information that is accurate and available for its intended purposes
Finance and Fundraising
Obtain prior approval and provide updates to EJ Program Manager regarding purchasing supplies, mileage reimbursements, input of expense form, budget support, and timesheets
Assist with proposal writing to develop additional funding as requested
Collaborate in general TWU fundraising strategy.
Training and Classes
Participate in trainings/ classes for staff, service providers, and community on a variety of topics, including but not limited to the Environmental Health & Justice Program and TWU Organization
Commit to ongoing professional skill development and anti-oppression practice/ approach.
Campaign Movement Building and Connection
Support other TWU Programs as needed and indicated in scopes of work with the supervisor's pre-approval.
Assist in coordinating and implementing TWU Campaign(s).
Qualifications
Commitment to TWU's mission and values
Must have a minimum of GED or high school diploma
Preferred the candidate to have an associate's degree or two years of experience in administering or supporting nonprofit programming. A combination of school and experience can be considered
Experience with excellent organizational and time management skills
Desire to work in a team environment
Ability to effectively interact with a wide range of people in social and professional situations; experienced interacting and working with a diverse population
Capability to communicate clearly in written and oral form
Ability to interact with a variety of personnel at different levels of responsibility
Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with co-workers and colleagues, collaborative partners, board members, government officials, volunteers, customers, and constituents
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Monday.com, Google, and database management software is desirable
Experience working with Native American communities/clientele, cultural sensitivity to the needs and distinct tribal and cultural ways of life, and willingness to complete cultural competency training and/or undoing racism training
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to work a flexible schedule
Organized and able to multitask
Effective and creative problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently
Basic computer skills
Reproductive Justice Program
Program Assistant +
The Reproductive Justice Program is seeking a program assistant who can be responsible for assisting in the planning, organizing, directing, and implementing of projects under the RJ program. This position will provide general office support and administrative assistance to all RJ program areas.
Status: Non-exempt, Regular Full-time (40 hours per week)
Pay rate: $18/hour
To apply: Send cover letter and email to: info@tewawomenunited.org
Responsibilities
Primary Duties
Assist and support RJ Program in fulfilling project(s) goals and objectives, including but not limited to, the preparation of community engagement activities, research, and specialized projects
Conduct essential office duties, such as proofreading and making copies/scanning of documents, responding to emails and phone calls, and organizing office equipment/space, etc.
Relaying internal emails to staff
Prepare and maintain physical and digital files as requested by program staff
Assist in planning and organizing logistics for program training, sessions, and activities
Assist in managing online resources by updating Google Calendar, EJ Google Drive, and Monday.com boards with program impending activities/ events/ trainings
Attend and participate in RJ weekly staff meetings and monthly TWU Staff Meetings by taking minutes and notes
Maintain and update contact listing and databases for the program
Reserving equipment and conference rooms for presentations and in-office meetings
Acting as a liaison between different departments within TWU
Maintain confidentiality when programming TWU and through the RJ Program
Participate in check-in meetings with the Program Manager on productivity, accountability, performance, and delegation on a regular basis
Perform other duties as assigned by TWU Director and/or RJ Program Manager
Outreach/Community Building
Assist in updating, creating, and distributing outreach materials and newsletters within social media outlets, websites, etc.
Maintain supporting relationships among media, key decision makers, and community members/ organizations, including tribal and public schools
Represent TWU and participate in community events as assigned, which include both internal and external events
Assist the RJ program/TWU by revising and distributing outreach information that is accurate and available for its intended purposes
Finance and Fundraising
Obtain prior approval and provide updates to RJ Program Manager regarding purchasing supplies, mileage reimbursements, input of expense form, budget support, and timesheets
Assist with proposal writing to develop additional funding as requested