Research and Marketing VISTA

Policy and Resource Development:
Support the drafting and organizing of business policies, procedures, and resource guides that help new ventures launch successfully and sustainably. Program and Curriculum Development:
Aid in developing program materials, workshops, and curriculum for the Wichóthi Kága Business Start-up and Development Center, ensuring these resources reflect decolonized, community-based approaches such as resource sharing, bartering, and communal ownership. Technical Assistance:
Coordinate and track technical assistance provided to Thunder Valley’s start-ups, including business modeling, planning, and marketing support. Knowledge Management:
Organize and maintain records of training, resources, and best practices to build community skills in healing, emotional intelligence, and Lakol wicho’an values. By providing these essential indirect services, we help create the conditions for economic inclusion and broad-based business ownership within our community. Our work behind the scenes empowers community members to increase their skills, experience, and knowledge grounded in indigenous values and collective prosperity.

The Research and Marketing VISTA will be responsible for the development of data collection systems and materials for initiative events. The VISTA will also conduct research that will develop into marketing strategies to better impact poverty. Participants will engage in weekly conference calls/meetings and various community outings, as well as weekly and monthly conference calls hosted by the VISTA Coordinator for all VISTA members serving the Pine Ridge Promise Zone.

Participants will also attend a midway in-person meeting.

• Childcare assistance if eligible
• Education award upon successful completion of service
• Relocation Allowance
• Living Allowance
• Training
• Health Coverage
• Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend

For details about Ameri Corps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit

• Car recommended
• Permits attendance at school during off hours

• Special Initiative:
  Promise Zones
• Community and Economic Development
• Tribal
• Education
• Community Outreach
• Entrepreneur/Business

• Team Work
• Teaching/Tutoring
• Public Speaking
• Education
• Writing/Editing
• General Skills
• Community Organization
• Business/Entrepreneur
• Communications
• Computers/Technology

Program Type: Ameri Corps VISTA

Program: Research and Marketing VISTA

Program Start/End Date: 05/04/2026 - 05/03/2027

Work Schedule: Full Time

Education level: High school diploma/GED

Age Requirement: Minimum: 18, Maximum:
None

Program Locations: SOUTH DAKOTA

Accepting Applications: From 02/21/2026 To 02/22/2027

Contact: Marissa Brave Bird

290 Empowerment Dr

Porcupine SD 57772

marissa

www.thunder valley.org

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