Aksarben Foundation

The Aksarben Foundation is a network of business and community leaders focused on improving education, workforce development, and civic projects through effective partnerships.. The foundation has already launched several initiatives to address Nebraska's workforce challenges, including Growing Together Northeast Nebraska, the Nebraska Tech Collaborative and its newest initiative in collaboration with the Nebraska Department of Economic Development, internNE, Powered by Aksarben.. Must be based in Western Nebraska (Sioux, Dawes, Sheridan, Box Butte, Scottsbluff, Morrill, Garden, Grant, Banner, Kimball, Cheyenne, Deuel). Experience working in a non-profit environment or coordinating volunteer activities.. Passion for education, community engagement, and workforce development.

regional coordinator

Company DescriptionThe Aksarben Foundation is a network of business and community leaders focused on improving education, workforce development, and civic projects through effective partnerships. The foundation has already launched several initiatives to address Nebraska's workforce challenges, including Growing Together Northeast Nebraska, the Nebraska Tech Collaborative and its newest initiative in collaboration with the Nebraska Department of Economic Development, internNE, Powered by Aksarben. The Aksarben Foundation is committed to promoting growth and prosperity in heartland communities. Role DescriptionAs a Regional Coordinator based in Western Nebraska, you will work directly on the internNE, Powered by Aksarben initiative and you will be pivotal in enhancing internship experiences for students, employers, and communities in Western Nebraska. Reporting to the Operations Manager at the Aksarben Foundation, this role requires effective collaboration with various stakeholders to support and enhance the internNE program.  Key Responsibilities:Initiative Coordination:<ul><li>Implement and support the internNE initiative within your assigned region under the guidance of the Operations Manager.</li><li>Work collaboratively to achieve the goals and outcomes of the initiative.</li></ul> Stakeholder Engagement:<ul><li>Engage with colleges, high schools, and businesses to market and implement internNE, Powered by Aksarben effectively.</li><li>Develop and nurture relationships to enhance internship experiences.</li><li>Onboard businesses into the internNE initiative, providing guidance and support.</li></ul> Event and Project Support:<ul><li>In collboration with Aksarben's Operations Manager, organize events throughout Western Nebraska to promote internNE, Powered by Aksarben and build relationships.</li><li>Manage events from initiation to completion, ensuring successful experiences at events of all types for all stakeholder groups.</li></ul> Administration and Reporting:<ul><li>Efficiently manage contacts and administrative tasks.</li><li>Produce reports and maintain records related to business and student outreach efforts, reporting directly to the Operations Manager.</li></ul> Customer Service:<ul><li>Address internal and external inquiries with exceptional customer service with a high sense of urgency.</li></ul> Additional Duties:<ul><li>Undertake other responsibilities as assigned, contributing to the success of internNE, Powered by Aksarben.</li></ul> Qualifications:<ul><li>Must be based in Western Nebraska (Sioux, Dawes, Sheridan, Box Butte, Scottsbluff, Morrill, Garden, Grant, Banner, Kimball, Cheyenne, Deuel)</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.</li><li>Strong organizational and project management skills.</li><li>Experience working in a non-profit environment or coordinating volunteer activities.</li><li>Familiarity with the Western Nebraska business and community landscape.</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote and on-site setting.</li><li>Experience in project coordination or similar roles.</li><li>Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.</li><li>Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.</li><li>Passion for education, community engagement, and workforce development.</li><li>Experience in community outreach and engagement is a plus.</li><li>Experience in event planning and promotion is a plus.</li><li>Enjoys a fun and fast paced work environment.</li></ul> Training:•      Training on the InternNE, Powered by Aksarben initiative will be provided by the Aksarben Foundation.

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