Immediate Release: March 25, 2004

JOB OPENING: Program Coordinator

Korean American Coalition Washington DC Area Chapter (KAC-DC) is seeking an individual for immediate full-time employment as Program Coordinator.

The Korean American Coalition is a non-partisan, non-profit service, education, and community advocacy organization. Its mission is to facilitate the Korean American community's participation in civic, legislative and community affairs, encouraging the community to contribute to and become an integral part of the broader society. As a bilingual membership organization, KAC addresses concerns of the Korean American community by galvanizing first, second, and third generation Korean Americans into taking action. Members work to educate and empower themselves and the community on civic, legislative, and political issues.

In addition, KAC-DC's members and volunteers have strived to "Organize, Educate, and Empower" the Korean American community of the greater Washington, D.C., area through a variety of programs. KAC-DC supports the Korean American merchant community through the Crime Victim Assistance Program and Alcohol and Tobacco Education Program. We encourage the development of Korean American leadership in the community by sponsoring leadership workshops and the College Summer Internship Program. We also provide programs targeting the general Korean American community, such as citizenship drives, voter registration drives, and community service days.

DUTIES

Develop, coordinate, and assist in KAC-DC’s ongoing programs:
1. Citizenship and Immigration
2. Crime Victims Assistance Program
3. Project AA/PI Youth
4. Internship & Mentorship
5. Voter Registration Drives
6. Membership Forums

Develop and Manage Resources:
1. Donor Programs/Special Events
    (membership, fundraising dinner, golf tournament, other events)
2. Grant Research & Writing
    (fundraising techniques, foundation research)

Communicate with the Public:
1. Media Liaison
    (communicate with local reporters and editors)
2. News reader
    (read English, Korean, or other newspapers and clip relevant articles)
3. Writing/Editing
    (Press releases, education materials, other publicity materials)

REQUIREMENTS

- Bachelor's Degree
- US Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident
- Interest in public affairs, Korean American community issues, and APIA community issues
- Strong oral & written communication skills
- Ability to work in a one person office environment with little supervision

SALARY

Commensurate with experience; health insurance coverage; paid vacation and holidays.

Please fax or email resume to KAC-DC President Julie Park at (202) 296-2318 or julie@linkuskorea.com. Visit us at www.kacdc.org.