Coaching and Resource Coordinator - RWI
The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation is a private, nonpartisan foundation that provides access to opportunities that help people achieve financial stability, upward mobility, and economic prosperity – regardless of race, gender, or geography. The Foundation uses its grantmaking, research, programs, affiliates, and initiatives to support the start and growth of new businesses, a more prepared workforce, and stronger communities. Our work is grounded in the principles of racial equity, diversity, and inclusion and is consistent with the aspirations of our founder, Ewing Marion Kauffman.
Based in Kansas City, Missouri, the Kauffman Foundation is one of the largest foundations in the United States with an asset base of approximately $3 billion. While striving to have national impact and global reach, the Foundation is deeply committed to Kansas City, as evidenced by work on initiatives that reach into neighborhoods and enrich the community and quality of life in the region. For more information about the Foundation, please visit the website at www.kauffman.org.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Coaching and Resource Coordinator oversees and supports the team of contracted coaches in the successful delivery of the ProX summer internship program. Reporting to the Director of Internship Experience, the Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that coaches are equipped with the tools, resources, and guidance necessary to deliver high-quality, transformative experiences for students. The Coordinator will also access community resources and partnerships to ensure student success by providing holistic and student-centered resources. Based in Kansas City, Missouri, the Kauffman Foundation is one of the largest foundations in the United States with an asset base of approximately $3 billion. While striving to have national impact and global reach, the Foundation is deeply committed to Kansas City, as evidenced by work on initiatives that reach into neighborhoods and enrich the community and quality of life in the region. For more information about the Foundation, please visit the website at www.kauffman.org.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Specific Responsibilities include:
- Establish and maintain a master calendar, and a resource repository of coaching leadership, onboarding plans, and other essential resources to enhance the quality of the internships and student experience.
- Annually recruit, contract, and onboard ProX Coaches.
- Train, supervise, and support coaches to use program management and delivery tools.
- Collaborate with coaches and staff to develop onboarding plans and resources that enhance the quality of internships and student experiences.
- Coordinate training and development opportunities for coaches to enhance their skills and knowledge in relevant areas, e.g., coaching techniques, diversity awareness, and program management.
- Support and maintain a process for matching students with summer experiences in a way that creates efficiency for internship coaches.
- Identify potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate these risks to support internship coaching success, i.e., developing contingency plans for unexpected challenges.
- Develop tools and use these to regularly evaluate coaches’ performance.
- Work with coaches to identify and connect them with relevant resources, ensuring their needs are met throughout the internship experience.
- Partner with community organizations, nonprofits, and other service providers to expand ProX’s resource network and increase student access to services that enhance their workplace experiences.
- Develop best practices that support student professional development.
- Mediate conflicts and address issues that may arise among program staff, interns, coaches, or other stakeholders, fostering a positive and productive working environment.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of research-based practices and processes aligned with DOL and DESE standards.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including employers, educational institutions, community organizations, and government agencies to enhance program offerings and opportunities for interns.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS
Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and/or years of experience in the field of education or non-profit leadership.
Work Experience: At least two years’ experience in program management, coaching, youth development, and/or education.
Travel: This position may require routine business travel within the Kansas City region.
QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates for this position must be highly motivated, capable of self-direction, detail-oriented, and able to work collaboratively across teams and departments. Candidates must exhibit a keen sense of responsibility and enjoy working with multiple demands, shifting priorities, and constant change. - Has passion and desire to see every student achieve their unique potential for the betterment of themselves and their community.
- Possesses excellent skills in coaching team members, developing high-performing teams, and setting and achieving strategic objectives.
- Is successful in building relationships with a variety of stakeholders, leveraging existing relationships to facilitate student acquisition of Market Value Assets (MVA) that reflect and connect to our strategic direction.
- Has excellent communication skills, including well-developed interpersonal, written, and listening skills.
- Prioritizes and multi-tasks effectively using excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
- Identifies gaps and thinks creatively about solutions and performance drivers.
- Is agile, innovative, action/solutions-driven, and an effective change agent.
- Possesses a passion for “doing what is right,” with unquestioned integrity, positive ethics, and values reflective of the Kauffman Foundation.
- Is committed to the Foundation’s credo, standards, and values in alignment with our racial equity, diversity, and inclusion statement, by prioritizing racial equity, diversity, and inclusion in culture and strategic work.
- Possesses computer literacy skills, including proficiency with Microsoft tools, Box, Slack, and social media.
All of the statements in this position description are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. This document describes the position currently available. The organization reserves the right to modify job duties or job descriptions at any time.
NON-DISCRIMINATION
The Kauffman Foundation firmly supports the principle and philosophy of equal opportunity for all individuals, regardless of age, race, gender, creed, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected category pursuant to applicable federal, state or local law.
TO APPLY
Interested applicants can apply for this position by submitting a cover letter and resume. Job posting will be removed at 12pm CT on Monday, November 4, 2024.
Job Type: Full Time
