RHCN is seeking two experienced, passionate, mission-driven sexual health education professionals to join the Education and Outreach team.

The Education Coordinator is a new role that will help shape RHCN’s education and outreach programming and strategy as we seek to enhance community sex ed programming with a regional approach. One Education Coordinator will live and work in western Nebraska, and the second Education Coordinator will live and work in southeast Nebraska. 

  • Salary range: $50,000 – $55,000 annually, benefits, expenses, and mileage eligible
  • Hours per week: 40 hours, exempt (hybrid or remote), with some weekend and evening hours for programming needs

OVERVIEW

At Reproductive Health Collaborative Nebraska (RHCN), we work to provide equitable access to quality sexual and reproductive healthcare services and education for Nebraskans statewide. We are a small not-for-profit organization that raises federal and private funding to advance our mission. As a collaborative team of subject matter experts, we work in an integrated and iterative fashion to implement, evolve, and expand programming and best practices.

We seek someone who is passionate about improving sexual health education in Nebraska, comfortable speaking in front of audiences, and skilled at relationship building, particularly in rural communities. The Education Coordinator reports to the Manager of Community Programs and Initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who is committed to promoting equitable and effective sex education and enhancing sexual wellbeing for all residents of Nebraska.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • Work across a specific regional area to advance sexual health education, including frequent travel within that region to various rural communities and schools to build bridges, nurture relationships, and implement programming.
  • Implement sexual and reproductive health education programming for learners in school and community groups on core topics such as sexually transmitted infections, birth control, pregnancy and reproduction, puberty and human development, consent, relationships, and more.
  • Represent RHCN at community events and serve as a link between our network of funded health centers and the communities they serve.
  • Facilitate community STI testing in collaboration with RHCN-funded partners.
  • Strategize new approaches for delivering sexual health education while building local relationships and connections that lead to opportunities for partnership.
  • Maintain strong linkages with our network of funded health centers with frequent touch points with clinic staff.
  • Build a network of partners and collaborators that includes aligned and intersecting community organizations, educators, and volunteers.
  • Participate in a robust community of practice with other Education Coordinators across the state to develop a shared strategy, uniform evaluation plan, and a circle of trusted and supportive colleagues.

WHO WE’RE SEEKING

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and engaging team member who’s quick on their feet, unflappable, passionate about sexual and reproductive health, committed to advancing equity and access, and loves working with learners of all ages. To succeed in this job, you must be able to work both collaboratively and independently, and willing to travel within an assigned region to open new relationships and opportunities.

The successful candidate will have an entrepreneurial spirit, willing to imagine new delivery methods, and establish new community partner relationships. If you’re open to learning, want to see others grow in their knowledge and skills, and you’re able to build community connections, this position may be for you!

Requirements:

  • A bachelor’s degree and a minimum of one year of experience or a combination of both education and experience; demonstrated experience in sexual and reproductive health, education, community outreach, or related field is required.
  • Engaging public speaker with a minimum of one year of group facilitation experience. Must be able to deliver specific messages or implement evidence-based curricula while staying nimble enough to respond to varied environments and audience needs.
  • Interested in and comfortable with sexual and reproductive health topics. The ideal candidate does not need to be an expert on sexual health facts (we can teach you what you need to know), but you must be ready to talk about these topics in a way that is open, comfortable, affirming, inclusive, and without shame or stigma.
  • Ability to work independently with hybrid or fully remote schedule based in the [XYZ] region of Nebraska, while also ready to be a thought partner, collaborator, and fully engaged member of a statewide education team.
  • The ideal western Nebraska candidate must live and work in the North Platte area, including any of the following counties: Lincoln, Frontier, Red Willow, Hayes, Hitchcock, Chase, Dundy, Keith, Perkins, Grant, Hooker, Thomas, Arthur, McPherson, and Logan.
  • The ideal southeast Nebraska candidate must live and work in any of the following counties: Lancaster, Saunders, Butler, Seward, Saline, Jefferson, Polk, York, Fillmore, Thayer, Gage, Cass, Otoe, Johnson, Nemaha, Pawnee, Richardson.
  • Communication skills that can help you build trusted relationships with employees, leaders, key stakeholders, and community members to open doors and build partnerships.
  • Ability to receive ongoing constructive feedback and recalibrate with an appreciation for continuous learning.
  • Commitment to our vision, mission, values, and teamwork required as a nonprofit.
  • A valid driver’s license, personal vehicle (mileage will be reimbursed), and current comprehensive automotive insurance.
  • Must be able to pass a background check successfully post-employment offer.
  • Consistent and regular attendance at onsite meetings with key stakeholders and partners.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Department Leader or the Executive Director.

Preferred:

  • Bilingual (Spanish preferred)
  • Experience in group facilitation or teaching
  • Experience or education in public health
  • Knowledge of sexual and reproductive health

WHAT ELSE YOU SHOULD KNOW

RHCN offers a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package to include:

  • 100%-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees.
  • Generous 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 6% match.
  • Paid vacation and sick time.
  • Paid federal holidays, plus the week between Christmas Eve Day and New Year’s Day.
  • Employer-paid life and disability insurance.
  • Professional development opportunities available
  • Working on a hybrid remote schedule with casual dress for the day-to-day environment.

If you are ready to make a big impact as part of a small team, and you meet the job requirements, send a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to Betsy Herrman, Manager of Community Programs and Initiatives via email at betsy@rhcnebraska.org.

Reproductive Health Collaborative Nebraska is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate in hiring, firing, promotion, pay or any other term or condition of employment based on an individual’s race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, pregnancy, genetic information, ancestry, disability or any other protected categories. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.