We’re Hiring! Become the Coordinator for the Olneyville Resilience Hub

Are you passionate about community leadership, environmental justice, and creating safe, empowering spaces? The Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC) is excited to announce an opening for a Resilience Hub Coordinator to lead operations at the Olneyville Resilience Hub in Providence, RI.

šŸŒŸ About the Olneyville Resilience Hub
A resilience hub is more than just a community centerā€”itā€™s a trusted, welcoming space where residents come together to build stronger, more connected neighborhoods. During everyday operations, the Hub provides community-driven programming, access to essential services, and resources for youth, adults, and families. During emergencies like extreme heat, cold, or flooding, the Hub shifts into action as a safe relief center for distributing water, food, and critical multilingual information.

This work is made possible by a strong partnership between the Olneyville Neighborhood Association, the WRWC, and the City of Providenceā€”and weā€™re looking for a new Coordinator to help grow the impact.

šŸ’¼ Job Title: Resilience Hub Coordinator
šŸ“ Location: Olneyville, Providence, RI
ā° Hours: Part-time (25 hrs/week), flexible schedule with some evenings required
šŸ’µ Salary: $30/hour
šŸ“… Duration: 1 year (grant-funded), with intention to secure long-term funding
šŸŽ Benefits: Competitive paid leave (holiday, vacation, sick, personal)

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šŸ™Œ Who Weā€™re Looking For
Weā€™re seeking a dynamic, bilingual Spanish-English speaker with a strong connection to frontline communitiesā€”especially folks from Olneyville, Manton, Hartford, Valley, or Silver Lake. Whether you’re a local leader, advocate, organizer, or community connector, this is your chance to make a lasting impact. Preference will be given to applicants with lived experience in urban neighborhoods and those who have worked or volunteered with the Olneyville Resilience Hub before.

The Ideal Candidate Is Someone Who Can:

  • Build relationships with residents, local organizations, and city departments

  • Lead community engagement and programming aligned with neighborhood priorities

  • Coordinate emergency response and disseminate multilingual information during disruptions

  • Communicate clearly, professionally, and compassionately both in person and online

  • Create a welcoming and organized environment for all who use the Hub

Key Responsibilities Include:

  • Leading the Community Resilience Committee and centering resident voices

  • Coordinating services like youth programs, food distribution, and adult education

  • Maintaining communication channels including social media, WhatsApp, email, and in-person outreach

  • Supporting emergency preparedness and response efforts with city agencies

  • Ensuring the Hub is a safe, active, and inclusive spaceā€”day in and day out

Required Qualifications:

  • Fluent in both Spanish and English

  • Flexible availability, including some evenings and emergency response hours

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in community engagement, project management, and grassroots advocacy

  • Strong communication and organizational skills

  • Familiarity with frontline neighborhoods and commitment to social equity

  • Comfort using email, spreadsheets, and social platforms professionally

  • High school diploma or higher education preferred

Training Requirements:
The Coordinator will receive training through FEMAā€™s Professional Development Series and additional emergency preparedness coursework within six months of hire.

šŸŒ± Apply Today
Are you ready to be the heart of the Olneyville Resilience Hub? Submit your resume and cover letter to OVResHub@wrwc.org.

Letā€™s build a stronger, safer, and more resilient Olneyvilleā€”together.

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