The Statewide Asylum Seeker Assistance Program(SASAP) Administrator manages subgrants and provides support to the existing Asylum Seeker Assistance Network organizations who currently help asylum seekers gain economic independence by helping them find housing, vocational training, employment, referrals for legal support and other services that lead to long term residence and employment in Vermont. In coordination with participant organizations, the SASAP Administrator also develops a plan for capacity building and sustainability to establish a longer-term funding stream for Asylum Seeker Assistance work in Vermont.
The SASAP Administrator supports participating organizations with the development of a plan for capacity building and sustainability including professional development, future planning and develop funding proposals to other funders; and actively communicates with participating organizations and shares necessary program information and updates.
A Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline plus three years of program administration, management or community service experience or combination of education and experience are required. A basic understanding of poverty, asylum seekers issues and challenges is required. Housing or social service case management and experience with state or federal grants and program reporting are strongly desired. Must have a commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment. Persons with bilingual abilities are encouraged to apply.