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Position Summary:
Work with the Mecklenburg County Extension staff, the Charlotte County Extension staff, public schools, community partners in both localities, and representatives of Microsoft and the National 4-H Council in the delivery of quality 4-H educational programs through the 4-H Tech Changemakers grant that empowers teens to use technology to address issues in their communities. This position will partner with the 4-H agents to promote, coordinate, and deliver educational programs through the Tech Changemakers grant utilizing various delivery modes including after-school programs, day camps, and workshops. Additionally, the Program Assistant will partner with the 4-H agents and the leadership teams on program design, implementation, delivery, and evaluation. The position will also be responsible for the managing the reporting and deliverables requirements of the Tech Changemakers grant; managing fiscal matters to meet best practice standards and insure that accounting practices are consistent with grant requirements, established University protocols, and VCE guidelines.

Required Qualifications:
Experience working with youth and adults of diverse educational and cultural backgrounds. Experience interacting effectively with youth and adults both orally and in writing; must be well organized and able to work independently with minimal supervision. Must have the ability to recruit, motivate, and engage youth and adults. Must be willing to work as a team member with VCE faculty and staff, especially the 4-H Agents, as well as local stakeholders and partnering agencies. Familiarity and working experience with computers including Window and the Microsoft Office Suite. Must have access to reliable transportation to and from various worksites.

Preferred Qualifications:
Preference will be given for knowledge and background in teaching or technology, working with volunteers, and/or experience in 4-H with a demonstrated ability to support and empower others. Ability to identify needs and plan, implement, and evaluate program impacts. Ability to market programs.



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