Project Assistant

*About us:* Mañe'lu is a local nonprofit organization that has been educating and empowering children & families to change their lives for over 20 years. Formerly Big Brothers Big Sisters of Guam, Mañe'lu has expanded its services over the years hosting numerous empowering and educating programs for youth and services for families.

• Full-time, grant-funded positions; continued employment is contingent upon availability of funds.
• Application deadline – October 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM

*Position Summary* The Project Assistant supports Project Akudi by providing case management and community outreachservices to individuals and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Under the supervision of the Project Director, the position assists clients in accessing resources and services, maintains projectrecords, and supports program activities and reporting. *Essential Duties and Responsibilities*

• Conduct street outreach and engage individuals and families in need of services.
• Assist with client intake, assessments, service planning, and ongoing case management.
• Help clients obtain essential documents and connect with housing, employment, benefits, and othercommunity resources.
• Coordinate referrals, follow-ups, and services with clients and partner agencies.
• Assist with housing navigation and other client support activities.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential case notes, client files, and project data.
• Support outreach events, distribution of basic necessities, and other program activities.
• Assist the Project Director with tracking outcomes, grant reporting, and program requirements.

*Minimum Qualifications*

• High school diploma or equivalent required; related education or training preferred.
• Experience in social services, case management, or community outreach preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, and computer skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, work independently and as part of a team, and conduct field outreach.
• Experience working with diverse communities and knowledge of Guam and Micronesian communitiespreferred.

*Mañe’lu is a drug-free, tobacco-free workplace. All new hires are contingent upon a drug test and criminal background check.*