Community Outreach Associate

Join our event fundraising firm dedicated to making a positive impact in the community! We specialize in organizing and executing fundraising events that support various charitable causes and initiatives. As a Community Outreach Associate, you will play a vital role in building relationships with community members, promoting our events, and engaging individuals and organizations to support our fundraising efforts.

Responsibilities:

• Community Engagement: Develop and maintain relationships with community members, local businesses, schools, nonprofits, and other organizations to promote awareness of our fundraising events and initiatives.
• Event Promotion: Create and implement outreach strategies to promote upcoming fundraising events, including distributing flyers, posters, and promotional materials in the community.
• Networking: Attend community events, meetings, and networking functions to represent our organization, build connections, and identify potential partners, sponsors, and donors.
• Public Speaking: Deliver presentations and speeches at community gatherings, schools, and organizations to raise awareness about our mission, programs, and fundraising goals.
• Media Relations: Assist in media relations efforts, including writing press releases, pitching stories to local media outlets, and coordinating interviews to generate publicity for our events and initiatives.
• Donor Cultivation: Cultivate relationships with individual donors and corporate sponsors, providing updates on our fundraising activities and expressing appreciation for their support.
• Social Media Management: Manage social media channels to engage with community members, share event updates and success stories, and foster a sense of community around our cause.
• Data Collection and Analysis: Collect and analyze data related to community outreach efforts, event attendance, and donor engagement to evaluate the effectiveness of outreach strategies and identify areas for improvement.

Requirements:

• Passion for Community Service: Genuine commitment to making a positive impact in the community and supporting charitable causes.
• Excellent Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate our mission and engage with diverse audiences effectively.
• Networking Abilities: Ability to network and build relationships with individuals and organizations in the community, demonstrating professionalism and interpersonal skills.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Creativity and Resourcefulness: Creative thinking and resourcefulness to develop innovative outreach strategies and solutions to engage the community.
• Flexibility and Adaptability: Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed, to attend community events and meetings.
• Previous Experience: Previous experience in community outreach, event planning, nonprofit work, or related fields is preferred but not required.

Benefits:

• Meaningful Work: Opportunity to make a difference in the community by supporting charitable causes and initiatives through fundraising events.
• Professional Development: Gain valuable experience in community outreach, event planning, and nonprofit management, with opportunities for growth and advancement within the organization.
• Networking Opportunities: Build connections and expand your professional network by engaging with community members, local businesses, and nonprofit organizations.
• Rewarding Environment: Join a supportive and collaborative team dedicated to making a positive impact and creating meaningful change in the community.

If you are passionate about community service and eager to engage with the community to support our fundraising efforts, we encourage you to apply for the Community Outreach Associate position and become a valuable member of our team!