Community Development Fellowship - Remote

Overview

The Oramenta Newsome Community Development Fellowship is a ten-week full-time paid opportunity for individuals interested in community development, focusing on affordable housing, economic development, sustainability, and safety projects in the D.C. region.

In Short

• Ten-week full-time paid fellowship.
• Focus on community development in D.C., Prince George’s County, or Northern Virginia.
• Work with local nonprofit organizations.
• Support local small businesses and community initiatives.
• Conduct outreach and gather data from stakeholders.
• Participate in a comprehensive orientation and mentorship program.
• Expected start in May 2025.
• Paid at a rate of $22 per hour.
• Work approximately 35 hours per week.
• Engage in various community development tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of community development issues preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in community outreach.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• Capacity to manage multiple tasks.
• Willingness to work in person at least 3 days a week.
• Familiarity with the DC region is a plus.
• Conversational fluency in additional languages is helpful.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage.
• Disability insurance.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Generous holidays and flexible time-off policies.
• Tuition assistance for educational goals.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Referral program for candidate recommendations.