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Germantown United CDC plans to double its staff capacity, increasing the organization’s work in commercial corridor revitalization and community building in the Germantown neighborhood. The nonprofit secured two competitive grants that will enable the organization to add two additional full-time jobs in the fall of 2018.

View the job descriptions for Corridor Manager and Neighborhood Advisory Committee Manager at germantownunitedcdc.org/about/careers. 

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Germantown United CDC is seeking an outgoing, organized, and community-minded individual to join its passionate team. The Business Development Manager serves as an intermediary between the business owners and commercial property owners in Germantown and City of Philadelphia Departments, such as Commerce, Streets, Police, Parks and Recreation, Public Health, Licenses and Inspections, and technical assistance providers. This is a full-time position, funded primarily through the Department of Commerce’s Targeted Corridor Management Program (TCMP) grant. The Business Development Manager will work in concert with the Commercial Corridor Manager to achieve GUCDC’s mission and implement the organization’s commercial corridor economic development activities, including facilitating the delivery of local access to supportive business programs.

Download the full job description.

To apply: Email your resume and cover letter (Word document or PDF) to Josanne Ford with the Subject: Business Development Manager Job Application. Resumes without cover letters will not be reviewed. This position will be advertised until it is filled.

Germantown United CDC is hiring!

Development Consultant
Job Type: Consultant
Reports to: Executive Director
Request for RFP issued: September 1, 2020
Proposals Due to GUCDC: September 23, 2020
Selection: October 15, 2020

Germantown United Community Development Corporation (GUCDC) is seeking a fundraising professional who takes an entrepreneurial approach to fund development to create a Development Plan and schedule for the organization. The fundraising professional must have a proven track record in writing successful complex proposals from diverse funding sources with skills in creating supporting materials and attachments. The fundraising professional will also draft renewals of our existing grants, develop proposals for new sources of funding, and write grant reports with input from staff.

To apply: Contact Julie Stapleton Carroll, Board President. Telephone Number of PCP: (215) 828-5176. Email Address of PCP: [email protected].

Download a PDF of the RFP.

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Germantown United CDC is seeking two outgoing, organized, and community-minded individuals to join our team. A summary of the Business Development Manager and Resident Services Manager positions follows below. For a complete list of job duties and responsibilities, visit germantownunitedcdc.org/about/careers.

Business Development Manager

GU works to clean, beautify and improve the Central Germantown Commercial Corridor in Germantown, Philadelphia. This area includes parts of Germantown, Chelten, and Wayne Avenues, Maplewood Mall, and parts of Greene Street. The Business Development Manager will implement the organization’s commercial corridor and economic development activities by supporting the small business community, engaging directly with merchants and commercial property owners in Germantown, and facilitating local access to supportive business programs. Responsibilities include:

• Coordinate and communicate revitalization efforts with businesses along the commercial corridors, including door-to-door merchant outreach and site-visits.
• Facilitate business participation in façade improvement programs to improve window displays, lighting and signage in areas with commercial activity.
• Assist businesses with application completion for grant and loan opportunities.
• Track, maintain, and promote a list of available commercial and industrial spaces along Germantown’s primary commercial corridors (Germantown Ave, Chelten Ave, Wayne Ave, Maplewood Mall, parts of Greene St, Berkley St).
• Take lead on public safety initiatives on commercial corridors, and expand Business Security Camera Program (Safe Cam).
• Facilitate opportunities for the merchant community to learn about resources, development activity, and connect with one another (i.e. workshops, business association meetings).
• Organize and implement corridor related events that support the business community, entrepreneurs, and local artists.
• And, more!

Resident Services Manager (NAC Program Coordinator)

GU serves as a resource to Germantown residents on available community-based services and helps residents to identify, access, and coordinate services. The Resident Services Manager (NAC Program Coordinator) will provide residents with basic information and referral services, answer questions, support application completion, and develop programs and resources that support wellness for the entire resident population. Core functions of the position include: supporting programs that aim to preserve affordable housing in Germantown; preventing tax and mortgage foreclosure; promotion of home repair, property tax, and utility assistance resources, financial/housing counseling resources, workforce development and economic opportunities, and resident participation in and awareness of City planning initiatives and other neighborhood improvement activities. Responsibilities include:

• Act as a referral agent who connects residents to resources from city government and other service providers who can meet their needs.
• Provide case management services as needed and requested.
• Promote City housing programs and assist with the completion of property tax, rental rebate, and energy assistance applications, including LIHEAP.Conduct mortgage and real estate foreclosure diversion outreach.
• Maintain relationships with block captains, civic associations, Registered Community Organizations (RCOs), faith-based groups, and others working on neighborhood improvement activities; Provide capacity-building assistance to community groups.
• Organize, promote, and facilitate community meetings, workshops, special events and projects; Conduct well-organized, representative meetings/events.
• And, more!

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your community? Do you thrive on helping others access essential resources and opportunities? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Germantown United Community Development Corporation (GU) is seeking a motivated and resourceful Resident Services Coordinator to lead our efforts in grassroots community organizing and resident empowerment.

The Role: Resident Services Coordinator

As a Resident Services Coordinator at GU, you will play a crucial role in connecting residents with vital resources and support. You will lead our participation in the citywide network of Neighborhood Advisory Committee (NAC) Program organizations, working closely with the City of Philadelphia’s Division of Housing and Community Development (DHCD).

Responsibilities:

• Provide information and referral services to residents, assisting with application completion and ensuring access to essential programs.
• Develop and implement programs and resources that enhance the well-being of our community residents.
• Focus on initiatives to preserve affordable housing, prevent tax and mortgage foreclosure, and promote resources for tax relief, home repair, utility assistance, financial and housing counseling, and workforce development.
• Support resident engagement in neighborhood planning activities, zoning, and development issues.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Resourceful and ambitious, with a passion for empowering community residents.
• Experienced in program development and service coordination.
• A strong communicator and collaborator, able to work effectively with residents, partners, and stakeholders.

If you’re ready to empower your community and take on a rewarding role, we want to hear from you!

To apply, and learn about other open positions, visit: germantownunitedcdc.org/about/careers

Germantown United CDC is currently hiring.

Evaluation Services
Download the complete RFP
Date posted: January 14, 2020

Project Goals and Scope of Services:
With the recent move of our inaugural Executive Director into a part-time role, GUCDC is seeking support with the organization’s executive transition plan, in order to position GUCDC to best implement our mission, serve the Germantown community, and improve operations to maximize efficiency. 

We seek consultancy support to conduct an intensive assessment of GUCDC’s organizational structure, financial position and management systems, operational processes and policies, programmatic initiatives, and stakeholder perspectives as they relate to GU’s mission. 

Following the assessment we seek a comprehensive report that provides feedback and recommendations to support the organization through an executive transition, including an analysis of the organization’s financial position and recommendations for financial restructuring, human resource planning and staffing needs, the streamlining of administrative systems, mechanisms for reporting and communications, and organizational structure and culture overall. The report should include activities, goals, timeline and projected costs. 

The consultant will have the support of GU’s small but dedicated team, which includes (3) full-time employees and a volunteer board of directors comprised of Germantown residents and representatives of local business, educational and service institutions.

The Request for Proposal timeline is as follows:
Request for RFP: January 14, 2020
Deadline for Bidders to Submit Questions: January 16, 2020
GUCDC Responds to Bidder Questions: January 18, 2020
Bids Due to GUCDC: January 22, 2020
Selection of Top Bidders / Notification to Unsuccessful Bidders: January 24, 2020
Procurement Contact Person: Julie Stapleton Carroll, Board President
Telephone Number of PCP: 215.828.5176
Email Address of PCP: [email protected]

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Germantown United CDC is hiring!

Communications Consultant

Job Type: Consultant
Reports to: Executive Director
Request for RFP issued: October 5, 2020
Proposals Due to GUCDC: November 30, 2020 – Deadline extended! (Original date: November 12)

Germantown United Community Development Corporation (GUCDC) is seeking a communications consultant who will communicate on all of GUCDC’s platforms, including email, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and the organization’s webpage. In addition, the consultant will update the webpage and create marketing materials for the organization. The goals will be to effectively communicate GUCDC’s information in a timely manner and to increase our reach into the Germantown community through the most effective cost efficient means possible.

GUCDC strongly encourages proposals from Germantown but it is not the sole selection criteria.

Project goals:

We seek a communications professional who will take information that needs to communicated from GUCDC staff and create authentic communications. The communications consultant will find the best possible ways to inform the community of our events, programs, and mission. Consultant must specifically respond to the realities of how neighbors get information. Duties will include:

1. Development and management of Communications Calendar for a full year.
2. Communicate the authentic story and purpose of GUCDC that will be used across all platforms.
3. Increase our name recognition in the Germantown community.
4. Write communications on various platforms on a regular basis, communicating special events, programs, and basic information about GUCDC.
5. As appropriate, find avenues of communications through traditional media, such as radio, television, block captains, and newspapers.
6. Develop print materials, such as fliers and an information trifold or postcard on GUCDC.
7. Work with the Executive Director to develop content requirements and structured templates.
8. Assist the Executive Director in clarifying the target audience(s), purpose and reach of each communication vehicle (website, newsletters, and social media channels)

To apply: Download a PDF of the RFP. Respondents to this RFP must submit their proposal via email to [email protected]. Responses must be received no later than COB Thursday, November 12, 2020. Responses should be clearly marked “RFP-Communications Consultant.”

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