LiberTEA Coordinator

Job Description Salary: $25/hourThe Equity Alliance (501(c)(3))Location:Nashville, TNSalary: $25/hrReports to:Deputy DirectorLiberTEA is The Equity Alliances leadership development and civic education program designed to equip community members with the tools, knowledge, and relationships needed to lead, organize, and create change in their communities. Through weekly sessions, facilitated conversations, hands-on learning, and community engagement, LiberTEA helps participants deepen their understanding of systems, advocacy, organizing, and collective power.As part of its relaunch, LiberTEA is evolving into a stronger leadership pipeline that not only develops informed community leaders, but also connects participants to ongoing opportunities for advocacy, organizing, and movement-building across Tennessee.Role SummaryThe LiberTEA Coordinator is responsible for fully managing and executing the LiberTEA leadership development program. This role ensures a high-quality, consistent experience for participants while strengthening the pipeline from training to organizing, advocacy, and leadership. This person will own the program from recruitment through alumni engagement, bringing structure, energy, and follow-through to move LiberTEA forward.Candidate Profile We are looking for someone who is:Enthusiastic and mission-driven: excited about leadership development, community building, and equity work, and brings energy to both planning and facilitation spacesOrganized and detail-oriented: able to manage timelines, communications, and multiple moving pieces while keeping systems clean and on trackPersonable and people-centered: builds strong relationships with participants, facilitators, and partners and creates welcoming, engaging spacesStrong in follow-through: consistently follows up with applicants, participants, facilitators, and alumni and ensures nothing falls through the cracksA self-starter and program builder: takes initiative, owns their work, and is comfortable improving systems and moving the program forward without constant directionKey ResponsibilitiesProgram Management (In-Cohort)Lead weekly execution of LiberTEA sessions held on ThursdaysCoordinate logistics, materials, and session flowManage participant communication and engagementTrack attendance, participation, and feedbackEnsure sessions run smoothly and align with program goalsFacilitator CoordinationIdentify, schedule, and confirm guest facilitatorsServe as the primary point of contact for facilitatorsCommunicate session goals, expectations, and run of showEnsure facilitators have all materials and support neededFollow up after sessions to gather feedback and maintain strong relationshipsRecruitment and Admissions (Between Cohorts)Develop and execute a recruitment strategy in partnership with the internal communications teamLaunch and monitor the application processConduct applicant interviewsManage interview follow-up and communicationOversee the acceptance and enrollment processMaintain a clear and organized applicant tracking systemMarketing and OutreachCollaborate with the communications team to build and execute a marketing planSupport content development and storytelling for LiberTEAConduct outreach to partners, networks, and past participantsEnsure consistent visibility and engagement leading up to each cohortAlumni Engagement and Pipeline DevelopmentPartner with the Alumni Coordinator to support ongoing engagementHelp plan and execute regional alumni eventsEnsure participants are connected to next steps such as organizing, advocacy, and leadership opportunitiesSupport movement of alumni into broader TEA programmingProgram Improvement and SystemsMaintain and update program materials and systemsTrack program outcomes and participant dataIdentify opportunities to strengthen the program experience and impactSupport alignment with TEAs broader leadership development pipelineKey OutcomesSuccessful recruitment and full cohortsStrong participant engagement and retentionSmooth and well-run weekly sessionsStrong facilitator relationships and effective session deliveryClear and consistent communication across participants, facilitators, and alumniActive alumni engagement and movement into next stepsStrengthened LiberTEA program structure and sustainabilitySchedule and CompensationPart-time role averaging approximately 20 - 25 hours per weekWeekly Thursday availability required during active cohortsFlexible hours outside of sessions for planning, recruitment, and coordinationWeekly meeting with Deputy Director$25 per hourIdeal ExperienceExperience in program coordination, organizing, or training preferredExperience working with facilitators, speakers, or trainersStrong communication and project management skillsExperience working with diverse communities