Resource Development and Program Assistant

About the role

The Resource Development and Program Assistant will join MAVI, a nonprofit dedicated to independent living services for people with disabilities in Puerto Rico. This position is part of the AmeriCorps VISTA program and offers hands‑on experience in resource development, program support, and volunteer coordination.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in creating and expanding diversified funding alternatives to support existing programs and operational costs.
• Support the development and delivery of employment and capacity‑building programs for people with disabilities.
• Help build a volunteer pool to enhance social media outreach, operational needs, and program expansion.
• Participate in training on sign language, ADA law, emergency preparedness, and disability characteristics.

Required profile

• Strong interest in community development and supporting underserved populations.
• Creative and sensible mindset with the ability to propose innovative ideas.
• Willingness to learn and apply basic sign language and disability‑related knowledge.

Required skills

• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Basic research and data‑gathering abilities.
• Organizational skills for managing volunteer activities and program resources.

What we offer

• Comprehensive capacity‑building training through the VISTA program.
• Exposure to nonprofit program management, resource development, and volunteer coordination.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of people with disabilities.