Regional Coordinator - Northern and Southern California (Hybrid)

**About Umoja** The Umoja Community Education Foundation (Umoja) is a Nonprofit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to a community of educators and learners committed to the academic success, personal growth, and self-actualization of African Americans and other students. The Umoja Community seeks to educate the whole student—body, mind, and spirit. Informed by an ethic of love and its vital power, the Umoja Community deliberately engages students as full participants in constructing knowledge and critical thought. The Umoja Community seeks to help students experience themselves as valuable and worthy of an education. **About the Role** The Regional Coordinator - Northern and Southern California plays a crucial role in supporting the implementation and success of Umoja Community programs across the region. This is a hybrid position that involves both remote and on-site work. The Regional Coordinator is responsible for building relationships with community colleges and other educational institutions in Northern and Southern California, identifying opportunities for partnership and collaboration, and providing support and guidance to Umoja Community programs in the region. They will work closely with Umoja Community staff, college faculty, and students to ensure the effective implementation of Umoja Community programs and initiatives. In addition, the Regional Coordinator will be responsible for organizing and facilitating trainings, workshops, and conferences for Umoja Community educators and staff. They will develop and deliver presentations, create educational materials, and provide ongoing support and guidance to educators involved in Umoja Community programs. The Regional Coordinator will also be involved in data collection and analysis to assess the impact of Umoja Community programs, identify areas for improvement, and inform program development and expansion. The role of Regional Coordinator - Northern and Southern California is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about educational equity, community engagement, and student success. The coordinator will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of students and educators in the region. **Key Responsibilities** - Build and maintain relationships with community colleges and other educational institutions in Northern and Southern California - Identify opportunities for partnership and collaboration with colleges and other organizations - Provide support and guidance to Umoja Community programs in the region - Organize and facilitate trainings, workshops, and conferences for Umoja Community educators and staff - Develop and deliver presentations and educational materials - Collect and analyze data to assess program impact and inform program development and expansion - Stay informed about current educational trends and best practices - Contribute to the overall success and growth of Umoja Community programs **Qualifications** - Bachelor's degree in education, social sciences, or related field - Demonstrated commitment to African American student success and equity-centered educational practices - Experience working in a community college or educational setting - Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills - Excellent communication and presentation skills - Experience organizing and facilitating trainings or workshops - Knowledge of current educational trends and best practices - Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Salesforce, Zoho, and Canvas LMS - Valid driver's license and willingness to travel within Northern and Southern California **Preferred Qualifications** - Master's degree in education, social sciences, or related field - Prior experience working with Umoja Community programs or similar initiatives - Experience with culturally responsive pedagogy, African-centered educational frameworks, or programs…