Rural Prosperity Coordinator

Russell County Area Community Foundation, an affiliate of Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. In accordance with Kansas law, Russell County Area Community Foundation also provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind in the workplace.

The Russell County Area Community Foundation (RCACF) Rural Prosperity Coordinator will provide grant‑writing support and develop collaborative relationships between area charitable organizations, schools, and government entities for the purpose of community development and betterment of life in the Russell County area. The person will also facilitate the annual Match Month campaign and identify endowment opportunities. This position reports to the RCACF Executive Director.

• Identify federal, state and other funding opportunities to support the mission of Russell County‑based charitable entities, including 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, city and county government, churches, schools, and hospitals.
• Assist entities with research, budgeting, compliance, and crafting compelling grant narratives.
• Develop and implement grant training workshops, educational materials (e‑newsletter, handouts), and other professional development tools that benefit charitable organizations.
• Manage daily operations, answering and directing calls, correspondence, project requests, and questions.
• Identify endowment opportunities in the Russell County area and report to RCACF director.

• Identify opportunities for collaboration and cooperation among Russell County area charitable entities.
• Convene, guide iterative problem‑solving, and engage stakeholders directly with the intent of working toward common goals for the improvement of Russell County.

• Design, implement and manage a youth philanthropy program dedicated toward teaching youth (primarily middle to high school) about charitable giving, community service, and volunteerism.

• Facilitate and manage the annual RCACF Match Month campaign, including communications, special events, marketing, donor conversations, professional advisor relations, and reporting with assistance from the board.

• Attend RCACF board meetings.
• Participate in training provided by regional and/or national training as recommended or required.
• Act as spokesperson for the foundation, facilitating positive public relations, and presentations to service organizations and other entities.
• Support special projects, as directed by the RCACF Executive Director or board.
• A laptop computer and other necessary office equipment and supplies will be provided at the expense of RCACF with ownership to remain with RCACF.

• Residence in Russell County area, preferred.
• Telecommuting is available with office space for meetings.
• Grant‑writing experience, required.
• Bachelor’s degree, preferred.
• Nonprofit experience, preferred.
• Knowledge of Russell County and communities.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
• Create and maintain relationships and networks skills.
• Technology experience including databases, Excel, and Word.

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background check and maintaining a valid Kansas driver’s license.

Position open until filled.