Community Action Partner Independent Contractor - Latino Community Foundation

Contract Details

Organization: Latino Community Foundation of Colorado (LCFC)

Location: Remote Position (assigned to a specific county – see counties below)

Point of Contact: Director of Programs

Duration: May 2024 to September 2025

Stipend: $800 - $1,000 per month

Hours: 35-40hrs/month

This job description and application can be made available in Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean, Chinese, and Amharic. Email info@latinocfc.org to request a copy. 

About Latino Community Foundation of Colorado (LCFC):
The Latino Community Foundation of Colorado is 501c3 organization committed to fostering change and creating opportunities within Latino communities across Colorado. We aim to democratize philanthropy through a transformative community engagement approach that meets communities where they are. This involves identifying and building on the existing assets and structures within these communities. LCFC firmly believes that communities are equipped with power to drive local change, and that decisionmakers should respond and provide the necessary resources to enact change. By providing access to resources and opportunities, individuals can expand their horizons and contribute to the creation of robust and resilient communities.

About the Energize Together Pilot Program:
The Energize Together Pilot Program (ETP) is a collaborative pilot program between Xcel Energy Colorado (Xcel Energy CO) and the Latino Community Foundation of Colorado (LCFC). Its primary objective is to engage with disproportionately impacted communities where Xcel Energy CO operates and provide community members and customers access to support, resources, and incentives offered by Xcel Energy CO. This includes education on energy efficiency programs, renewable energy options, bill assistance, and other operational efforts of which the community should be aware. Importantly, the program is designed to engage with communities to understand their needs and solicit feedback on improvements to Xcel Energy CO’s program and service offerings. Through the program, Xcel Energy CO also aims to report on efforts that advance Xcel Energy CO’s energy reduction priorities in the state and address legacy pollution.

Role Description:
This position is an independent contractor of the Latino Community Foundation of Colorado, and in this role, the Community Action Partner will serve as a liaison between community and Xcel Energy Colorado. As a representative of LCFC, the Community Action Partner will engage with community members, offering support and resources while directing them to the appropriate Xcel Energy CO programs and representatives. They will act as a valuable community feedback loop, ensuring that community needs and voices are heard.

In this role, The Community Action Partner will learn specific community engagement approaches, enhancing strategies to support and connect with community members. In addition, as a Community Action Partner, you will build on your leadership skills, contribute to energy literacy, and promote renewable energy options. Your participation in this work would allow you to make vital resources more accessible, positively impacting community well-being.

Scope of Work:

• Serve as a community advocate and provide recommendations to improve programming and enhance customer services.
• Participate in weekly/quarterly check-ins virtually and provide updates/information about the Energize Together Pilot Program with the LCFC team.
• Conduct the collection of feedback that can identify barriers and inform decisions around communities' access to appropriate and cost-saving programs and services.
• Engage with community by attending outreach events, community gatherings, and meetings that may occur outside of traditional work hours including evenings and or on weekends.
• Establish rapport and build trusted relationships with LCFC and Xcel Energy CO team members.
• Organize and hold gatherings and one-on-one meetings with community members to listen, gain insights, and provide feedback on programs and services.
• Participate in ongoing learning sessions focused on developing community engagement strategies, increasing energy literacy and knowledge of renewable energy options.
• Support Xcel Energy CO team members in developing and presenting appropriate and cost-saving programs and services during community meetings, with a focus on addressing community needs.

Desired Abilities & Characteristics:

• Local resident or lived experience representing the geographic area being served.
• Comfortable using technology and utilizing search engines (Google, Bing, etc.).
• Active community member or volunteer, demonstrating investment in community welfare.
• Ability to manage conflict and maintain a positive, personable attitude.
• Dependable, organized, and able to work independently.
• Excellent listening skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
• Able to attend community events as needed.
• Periodic travel required. Must have a valid Colorado driver license, up to date insurance and reliable car or access to public transportation.
• Bilingual/Bicultural (Spanish or other languages) a plus.

Benefits and Compensation:
The Community Action Partner position is an independent contractor with a monthly stipend ranging from $800 to $1,000, based on estimated hours per month and with an anticipated program duration for 16 months from May 2024 to September 2025. In addition to the monthly stipend, we offer stipends to cover partial internet and cell phone expenses, as well as a travel stipend to cover transportational-related costs associated with the work to be performed.

Location: Must live in, or in close proximity to the following counties Alamosa County, Pueblo County, Arapahoe County and Denver County. Remote working environment (Laptop will be provided) Must have access to reliable Wi-Fi and cellphone.

If you are passionate about community development and engagement, as well as environmental sustainability, including transitions to responsible clean energy, we invite you to apply for this role.

To submit your application and personal interest statement via video please following these instructions:

FORMAT: MP4 or MOV video file 

For YouTube support please see https://youtu.be/1X3480PRhZ4?feature=shared

ACTION:

If you're submitting your application and personal interest statement via video, please make sure to address all questions and deliver your statement within a 5-minute timeframe.

If you are only submitting the personal interest statement via video, you have 3 minutes for this section.

Upload your video submission video in proper format to info@latinocfc.org Subject line: Community Action Partner