NBRC Catalyst Program Project Assistant
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) NBRC Catalyst Program Project Assistant
Issued By: Rise for baby and family
Funding Source: Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC) Catalyst Program
Application Period: July 22 – August 7, 2026
Position Type: Independent Contractor
Overview
Rise for baby and family seeks a qualified independent contractor to serve as a Project Assistant for the NBRC-funded Complete Pathway to Career initiative. This position will provide administrative, financial, and organizational support to the Project Manager and project partners.
The Project Assistant will play a key role in maintaining project records, coordinating payments and invoices, tracking participant activities, supporting meetings and communications, and ensuring documentation is maintained for grant compliance and reporting purposes.
Project Background
The Complete Pathway to Career initiative supports the recruitment, retention, education, and advancement of the early childhood workforce in Cheshire County. Activities include credential attainment, higher education pathways, mentoring, professional development, and workforce supports designed to strengthen the regional early childhood system.
Scope of Work
The Project Assistant will work closely with Rise staff, project partners, contractors, and participants to support day-to-day project operations.
Responsibilities may include:
• Receive, organize, and track invoices related to project activities.
• Coordinate payment requests and supporting documentation with Rise staff.
• Maintain participant records and project databases.
• Track project activities, deliverables, and deadlines.
• Assist with data collection and reporting activities.
• Maintain project files and documentation for grant compliance.
• Support communication with participants, contractors, mentors, and educational institutions.
• Assist with purchasing, reimbursement requests, and project records.
• Support preparation of reports for Rise leadership and grant funders.
• Perform other project-related administrative tasks as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
Applicants should possess:
Contract Terms
This is an independent contractor position funded through the NBRC Catalyst Program. The anticipated contract period will extend through the grant period, subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance. Compensation will be negotiated based on scope of work.
Proposal Requirements
Interested applicants should submit:
Selection Criteria
Proposals will be evaluated based on:
Equal Opportunity Statement
Rise for baby and family is an Equal Opportunity Organization. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.
Submission Information
Applications must be submitted by August 7, 2026 to be considered. E-mail requested documents to hr@riseforbabyandfamily.org.
