General Program Coordinator

Title:

General Program Coordinator Program:

Education Programs Location:

Somali Museum 2925 Chicago Ave S Greenway Basement, Suite C Minneapolis, MN 55407

Job Description:

The Somali Museum seeks enthusiastic individuals to organize and deliver cultural programs at the Museum and within the broader community, including schools, nonprofits, neighborhood organizations, and other community spaces. Ideal candidates will be confident in their ability to manage and build strong relationships with community partners and demonstrate professional and organizational skills. The Program Coordinator will organize and lead programs in collaboration with these partners. About the

Somali Museum:

The Somali Museum is one of the museums in the world devoted to preserving and advancing Somali culture and art. It is the home of Somali creativity in North America. It presents a one-of-a-kind collection of Somali traditional and contemporary art and artifacts and serves as an essential resource for Somali artists in the diaspora. As a unique institution in Minnesota, the Somali Museum uses Somali art as a tool to build community connections: between Somali-American youth and older generations and between Somalis and non-Somalis learning about Somali culture for the first time.

Key Responsibilities:

Organize, schedule, and manage programs in collaboration with community partners. Oversee and coordinate the daily calendar with other program staff. Coordinate and monitor the activities of the program, ensuring effective implementation. Set priorities and manage the overall direction of the programs. Network and build relationships with potential community partners. Prepare or assist in preparing grant requests and securing funding from external sponsors. Provide detailed reports to the Operations Director for submission to funders.

Requirements:

Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently while maintaining a team focus. Strong timeliness, accountability, and attention to detail. Commitment to producing high-quality work. Leadership experience and a strong presence in instructional or group settings. Ability to relate to and work effectively with diverse populations in various environments. Technical proficiency with computers and databases. Comfortable using Google Drive and willing to learn new software. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with Somali culture. Fluency in Somali. Previous experience working in a museum setting.

Hours:

32hr/week

Salary:

$36,000 annually

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$36,000.00 per year

Education:

Associate (Required)

Language:

Somali (Required)

Work Location:

In person