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Affordable Housing Leader

Three VISTA members will employ and hone their research, report writing, and community engagement skills to build new programs and teams equipped to reduce poverty rates in the City of Cincinnati. A cross-departmental approach including City Planning, Health, and Economic Development departments will encourage VISTAs to develop creative approaches to deep-rooted issues. They will also gain insight to a range of municipal governance functions as well as local non-profit and community organization networks. This position will be based in the Department of City Planning with a focus on affordable housing. In Year Two, the Affordable Housing VISTA member will assess the current housing inventory in the Walnut Hills neighborhood, collect housing data using the Year One VISTA’s methodology, and refine that methodology as needed to maintain both accuracy and replicability. The Year Two VISTA will also create and maintain relationships with key Walnut Hills community and City stakeholders, including residents, business owners, property owners, and Walnut Hills Area Council (WHAC) leadership.

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Member Duties : Review data and reports about the history of housing in Walnut Hills. Create a housing inventory for the Walnut Hills neighborhood and work with the Department of City Planning to understand the VISTA Year One methodology and refine it as needed. Present results of the inventory and methodology to stakeholders at the City of Cincinnati and community members. Train any new stakeholders in the City Planning tracking system. Identify and develop relationships with key Walnut Hills and City stakeholders, including residents, businesses, property owners, and the Walnut Hills Area Council (WHAC). Devise a communication plan amongst key stakeholders and maintain regular communication throughout the inventory process. Collaborate with stakeholders and encourage participation in the housing inventory process. Attend WHAC meetings to provide project updates and receive feedback. Engage in community conversations about local housing and participate in relevant neighborhood events.

Program Benefits : Training , Relocation Allowance , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Living Allowance , Health Coverage* , Childcare assistance if eligible .


*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.

Terms : Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours .

Service Areas : Community Outreach , Community and Economic Development , Neighborhood Revitalization , Housing .

Skills : Conflict Resolution , Urban Planning , Team Work , Community Organization , Computers/Technology , Writing/Editing , Public Speaking , Communications .



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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA

Program
Affordable Housing Leader

Program Start/End Date
07/08/2019 - 07/06/2020

Work Schedule	Full Time

Education level
Some college

Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None

Program Locations	OHIO

Accepting Applications
From 04/23/2019 To 05/17/2019

Contact	Marc Von Allmen
805 Central Ave
Cincinnati OH 45202
513-352-4549
marc.vonallmen@cincinnati0oh.gov
www.choosecincy.com

Listing ID	88445


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