PCRG Collaborative Development Housing

Pittsburgh Community Reinvestment Group (PCRG) is a community development organization fostering the revitalization of underserved neighborhoods in Pittsburgh. Since 1988 as a 501(c) (3) non-profit corporation, PCRG has become a nationally recognized leader in equitable lending and access to credit. PCRG empowers community development organizations in the region, providing resources like the VISTA program, which enhances organizational capacity and cultivates leadership. The program has been successful in advancing the careers of VISTA members, who are given opportunities for professional development throughout the year. About 70% of VISTAs have gone on to positions at community non-profits, while the other 30% have pursued higher education, often supported by the end-of-service education award. In this position, you will help PCRG with a new program, Collaborative Development, focused on developing affordable homeownership. You will work out of PCRG's offices in downtown Pittsburgh. Duties will focus on surveying vacant housing and creating a database for future projects. You will have the opportunity to enhance your development skills by preparing a review of funding opportunities, and assisting with developing proposals, budgets, and narratives for the project and marketing plan. Including researching best practices for developing new housing units The VISTA will be supervised by PCRG's executive director and learn nonprofit community and real estate development skills while getting to know the communities of Pittsburgh. Relevant skills needed include research and writing, website management and communications, including developing an organizational social media strategy. Self-motivated, curious, and passionate people are encouraged to apply. This position is suited for any age group. A candidate with a college degree is more likely to be more successful; however, do not hesitate to apply if you feel your experience, interests and skills would be a good match.

Member Duties : 1) Research urban - rural grant programs at the local, state and federal level that are housing and Infrastructure focused, develop a report on the requirements, schedule, and process. 2) Assist with grant writing. 2) Support housing roundtable management to foster housing at scale. 3) Develop strategic plan for project implementation. 4) Assist with development of project financing and management tools. 5) Research commercial manufacturer home suppliers and communicate findings. 6) Develop branding and marketing strategies. including methods the organization should implement, a decision-making tool to identify the most appropriate methods. Include creating marketing and outreach templates. 7) Create guiding standards for project development and implementation. Utilize tools (i.e. charts, visuals) that outline decision making processes and community engagement, consensus building techniques and implementation. 8) Establish and implement online presence including social media posts.

Program Benefits : Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Living Allowance , Training , Education award upon successful completion of service , Health Coverage* , Childcare assistance if eligible , Relocation Allowance .

Terms :

Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours .

Service Areas :

Housing , Community and Economic Development .

Skills :

Fund raising/Grant Writing , Public Speaking , Urban Planning , Leadership , Communications , Architectural Planning , Writing/Editing , Computers/Technology .

SUMMARY

Program Type:

AmeriCorps VISTA

Program

PCRG Collaborative Development Housing & Community Developme

Program Start/End Date

06/15/ /13/2026

Work Schedule

Full Time

Education level

College graduate

Age Requirement

Minimum: 18 Maximum: None

Program Locations

PENNSYLVANIA Pittsburgh

Languages

English

Accepting Applications

From 06/16/2025 To 06/14/2026

Contact

Hogan Hogan

436 7th Ave

Pittsburgh PA 15219

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