NGP Community Outreach VISTA

Service Description :

NeighborGood Partners (NGP) is a statewide affordable housing service agency committed to creating strong, sustainable communities where individuals and families thrive. Based in Central Dover, Delaware, NGP leads the Restoring Central Dover initiative, a community revitalization program that empowers residents, addresses housing challenges, and fosters leadership. With a focus on building affordable housing, engaging neighbors, and improving social determinants of health, NGP is making a lasting impact in one of Delaware’s most vibrant yet disadvantaged neighborhoods. Central Dover is home to a population of low-income renters and single-family households, many of whom face challenges such as rising housing costs, limited resources, and economic instability. Through partnerships with residents, community organizations, and local leaders, NGP develops sustainable programs that address these barriers while empowering residents to lead change within their own neighborhoods. To date, the initiative has expanded affordable housing options, strengthened resident engagement, and created a replicable model for community revitalization. Starting in August 2026, the VISTA Outreach Organizer will join NGP for a year of full-time service to build capacity within the RCD initiative. This position focuses on engaging residents, recruiting and training neighborhood ambassadors, and implementing revitalization plans based on community needs. The VISTA will identify grant opportunities, support leadership training for volunteers, and foster partnerships that sustain long-term growth. This is an ideal role for someone passionate about community development, housing advocacy, and creating lasting impact. Are you ready to empower communities, foster leadership, and transform lives? If you’re excited about affordable housing, sustainable change, and connecting with communities, this position is for you! Join us in shaping the future of Central Dover .

Responsibilities:

Program Start/End Date

08/10/2026 - 08/09/2027

Conduct outreach to recruit resident volunteers and ambassadors for the Neighborhood Resident Ambassador Program. Facilitate leadership training sessions for resident volunteers, covering community revitalization, resident engagement, and leadership skills. Attend workshops, meetings, and community events to establish a rapport with stakeholders, residents, and volunteers. Collaborate with residents and community partners to identify needs, expand resources, and build sustainable initiatives. Analyze survey data to identify key community needs and develop a timeline for revitalization activities. Assist in implementing projects based on survey outcomes, including expanded revitalization efforts and resident-led initiatives.

Terms : *Car recommended*

Service Areas : Housing , Children/Youth , Neighborhood Revitalization , Community and Economic Development , Community Outreach , Education

Program Benefits :

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

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Qualifications:

Full -Time (Day hours); some evenings and weekends

High School Diploma

Skills:

Recruitment , Leadership , Writing/Editing , General Skills , Team Work , Community Organization .

Instructions for Interested Applicants

Navigate to the AmeriCorps Search Listings portal:

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Nneka Taylor: View email address on click.appcast.io