The Ethiopian and Eritrean Cultural and Resource Center (EECRC) has a mission to empower Ethiopians, Eritreans, and other African refugees and immigrants by providing culturally appropriate services and resources that promote self-sufficiency, integration, and success. Our vision is to create a thriving and supportive community that celebrates diversity, promotes equity, and fosters success for all. We strive to accomplish this by providing access to education, healthcare, employment, housing, legal services, and other essential resources that help community members to integrate into their new culture and system. We also advocate for social justice and equity, and work in partnership with other organizations to address the systemic issues that impact the communities we serve.
EECRC is well-positioned to make a significant contribution to climate change mitigation and environmental sustainability. Our environmental department is actively expanding its programs, operational capacity, and collaborative partnerships. We have achieved substantial growth and successfully carried out a number of new projects that address the needs and concerns of our community. Our projects cover a wide range of areas, including environmental education, restoration, the adoption of clean energy solutions, and the promotion of green job opportunities.
EECRC is dedicated to enhancing environmental knowledge and raising awareness among marginalized community groups, with the ultimate goal of empowering them to actively participate in driving positive change. The Environmental Justice Program Coordinator will play a crucial role in supporting EECRC's environmental justice efforts as well as provide an opportunity to make tangible impacts on the organization's sustainability goals.
This is a hybrid position with 3 days working on-site and 2 days working remotely.
We encourage anyone who is interested in this position and who meets some of the qualifications to apply, even if they do not meet all of them. We recognize that a unique perspective and background can enhance a role when many, if not all, of the listed qualifications are met.
**If you would need to relocate for this position, please note that you need to be in the state you are relocating to no less than 10 business days before the start of the fellowship.**
Climate Corps, a program of SEI, is an award-winning fellowship program that provides professional development opportunities for emerging leaders through the implementation of sustainability and resiliency projects with local governments, nonprofits, and for-profit businesses. To see a full list of climate, energy, and sustainability positions posted by Climate Corps, please visit here: https://jobs.climatecorps.org/listings. We are constantly adding positions, so make sure to frequently check this site to see if there are new opportunities available.
SEI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equity. We believe that a wide array of perspectives contributes to creative climate solutions where all communities thrive. We strive to reflect diverse communities, especially those most impacted by climate change and other kinds of environmental, social, and economic injustices. Persons of color, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ community are strongly encouraged to apply. A commitment to work and learn within an anti-oppression framework is required. https://www.seiinc.org/dei.html