Program Coordinator, Senior Stewards Acting For the Environment (SSAFE)

Program Coordinator Position

SSAFE is seeking an experienced and dynamic Program Coordinator to co-create and lead impactful programs that support our mission of supporting senior communities to achieve sustainability and climate goals.

Program and Committee Coordination

• Plan, host, and lead monthly General Committee speaker meetings featuring engaging guest presentations on climate change and sustainability.
• Co-develop agendas and support the Greening Our Campuses project team, which includes updates on community sustainability initiatives, case study reviews, and occasional resident presentations.
• Facilitate Energy Workgroup meetings focused on technical projects, such as developing a greenhouse gas emissions reduction audit template.
• Revitalize and manage the Advocacy Program by identifying petitions, organizing letter-writing campaigns, and coordinating occasional trips to climate protests.
• Assist with additional subcommittees as needed.

Administrative and Operational Support

• Maintain program calendars, handle email correspondence, and manage meeting logistics within SSAFE program areas.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director on overlapping projects and provide support for select Board-related activities, such as communications or membership initiatives.

Program Development

• Research trends, news, and technologies in clean energy, carbon neutrality, and environmental stewardship.
• Design and implement new programs, including workshops, webinars, guides, and speaker panels.
• Develop marketing strategies and track metrics for program success.

Member Engagement

• Build relationships with SSAFE members, leveraging their expertise and fostering connections to encourage volunteerism.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for member inquiries, ideas, and program participation.
• Facilitate communication between traditional “work” styles and the technology needed for virtual organization management.

Required Qualifications

Experience

• 3+ years in project coordination or senior administrative roles, preferably in a nonprofit setting.
• Professional or volunteer experience in environmental sustainability, clean energy, or climate advocacy.
• 2+ years of experience with video conferencing platforms (e.g., Zoom).

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field.

Key Competencies

• Strong project management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in software such as MS Office, Google Workspace, Canva, and Zoom; experience with WordPress, Neon CRM, or Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.
• Creative thinker with the ability to design engaging and innovative programs.
• Highly reliable, organized, and able to work independently in a remote setting.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with older adults and diverse stakeholders.
• Comfort and experience hosting virtual meetings with professionalism and enthusiasm.

Personal Attributes

• Passionate about environmental sustainability and community engagement.
• Patient, diplomatic, and adaptable to traditional and modern work styles.
• A mature, warm, upbeat personality
• Highly self-motivated, dependable—someone who is always “five minutes early”
• Willingness to travel once per year to the East Coast for a retreat or conference (negotiable).