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      "content_html": "\u003cp\u003eAre you passionate about co-operatives, community empowerment, and sustainable development?\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are looking for a dynamic and motivated Co-operative Development Worker to join our team. 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Wellspring cooperatives are a diverse set of organizations, so the operational needs of each co-op vary greatly. The Team Member will support these varied operations, as well as provide hiring, training, finance, and technical support as needed. All aspects of building a small business are areas in which member co-ops may request help from the Team Member.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWellspring Cooperative Network: Support the Wellspring Cooperative Network composed of the Wellspring Cooperative non-profit along with the for-profit member worker co-ops. \u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommunity Initiatives: Support cooperative community/solidarity economy initiatives including our community kitchen in Holyoke, CLT (community land trust) development, and other community collaborations. \u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProgram Planning: Work collaboratively with other staff members to create and implement strategic plans, plan events, conduct meetings, and other shared tasks.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQualifications:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollege degree or equivalent experience\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommunity engagement experience especially in the Greater Springfield area\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong written, verbal, interpersonal, and facilitation skills\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtensive leadership skills with experience in program management.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience in organizing and leading community initiatives.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProficiency with computer programs e.g. Office Apps and Google Workspace\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAble to work under pressure on a range of program areas and stay on top of multiple deadlines.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcitement about and openness to learning new skills and ideas\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbility to learn on the job and problem solve\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred skills\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpanish language proficiency \u003cstrong\u003estrongly preferred\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHuman resource experience including team and leadership development, conflict resolution \u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBusiness development and support experience - worker owned co-op specific experience preferred \u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnowledge of solidarity economy principles and practices\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe value Springfield and Holyoke’s diverse populations and encourage people of color to apply. Multiple types of traditional and non-traditional experience will be considered, including lived experience, volunteer experience, job experience, training, and formal education.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis role is based in Springfield and Holyoke, and requires frequent in-person responsibilities.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to apply:\u003c/strong\u003e Click \u003cstrong\u003eApply for This Job\u003c/strong\u003e and email a resume, cover letter, and three references.\u003c/p\u003e",
      "date_published": "2025-06-04T00:00:00Z",
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In this role, you will be working to support the growth and\nsustainability of cooperatives and community-owned businesses, contributing to a\nmore equitable and inclusive economy.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Responsibilities:\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupport the establishment of new co-operatives: Provide advice and guidance to\nindividuals or groups wishing to set up a co-operative, from initial concept\nthrough to the launch stage.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssist existing co-operatives: Offer ongoing support to help co-operatives\nimprove governance, grow their membership, and develop business strategies for\nlong-term success.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraining and Capacity Building: Deliver workshops and training sessions on\ncooperative principles, governance, and best practices to new and existing\nco-ops.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdvocacy and Awareness: Promote the co-operative model to local communities,\nbusinesses, and policymakers, raising awareness about the benefits of\nco-operative ownership.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePartnership Development: Build and maintain relationships with other\norganisations, local authorities, and key stakeholders to expand the\nco-operative sector.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFunding and Resources: Assist co-operatives in accessing funding, grants, and\nother resources, ensuring they have the tools they need to thrive.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout You:\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will bring a passion for community-led development, a solid understanding of\nthe co-operative model, and the ability to work with diverse groups. 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All qualified applicants will receive\nconsideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender,\ngender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics,\ndisability, age, or veteran status.\u003c/p\u003e",
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