About Umoja

The Umoja Community Education Foundation (Umoja) is a Nonprofit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to a community of educators and learners committed to the academic success, personal growth, and self-actualization of African Americans and other students. The Umoja Community seeks to educate the whole student—body, mind, and spirit. Informed by an ethic of love and its vital power, the Umoja Community deliberately engages students as full participants in constructing knowledge and critical thought. The Umoja Community seeks to help students experience themselves as valuable and worthy of an education.

About the Role

The Regional Coordinator - Northern and Southern California plays a crucial role in supporting the implementation and success of Umoja Community programs across the region. This is a hybrid position that involves both remote and on-site work.

The Regional Coordinator is responsible for building relationships with community colleges and other educational institutions in Northern and Southern California, identifying opportunities for partnership and collaboration, and providing support and guidance to Umoja Community programs in the region. They will work closely with Umoja Community staff, college faculty, and students to ensure the effective implementation of Umoja Community programs and initiatives.

In addition, the Regional Coordinator will be responsible for organizing and facilitating trainings, workshops, and conferences for Umoja Community educators and staff. They will develop and deliver presentations, create educational materials, and provide ongoing support and guidance to educators involved in Umoja Community programs.

The Regional Coordinator will also be involved in data collection and analysis to assess the impact of Umoja Community programs, identify areas for improvement, and inform program development and expansion.

The role of Regional Coordinator - Northern and Southern California is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about educational equity, community engagement, and student success. The coordinator will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of students and educators in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with community colleges and other educational institutions in Northern and Southern California
• Identify opportunities for partnership and collaboration with colleges and other organizations
• Provide support and guidance to Umoja Community programs in the region
• Organize and facilitate trainings, workshops, and conferences for Umoja Community educators and staff
• Develop and deliver presentations and educational materials
• Collect and analyze data to assess program impact and inform program development and expansion
• Stay informed about current educational trends and best practices
• Contribute to the overall success and growth of Umoja Community programs

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, social sciences, or related field
• Demonstrated commitment to African American student success and equity-centered educational practices
• Experience working in a community college or educational setting
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Experience organizing and facilitating trainings or workshops
• Knowledge of current educational trends and best practices
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Salesforce, Zoho, and Canvas LMS
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel within Northern and Southern California

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in education, social sciences, or related field
• Prior experience working with Umoja Community programs or similar initiatives
• Experience with culturally responsive pedagogy, African-centered educational frameworks, or programs serving historically underrepresented student populations
• Experience with program evaluation and data analysis

Working Conditions

This is a hybrid position with a combination of remote and on-site work. The Regional Coordinator will be expected to travel (50%-60%) to various college campuses and educational events within Northern and Southern California.

Benefits

Umoja provides medical, dental and vision benefits paid at 100% for the employee. Paid holidays and a relaxed working environment and a competitive salary based on experience.

Salary Range

75,000 - 90,000

At Umoja we believe diversity drives innovation. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to building an inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and celebrate fair-chance hiring practices.