Community Engagement Manager

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for growth

Collaborative work environment

Impact on local arts and culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Community Engagement Manager for Kimberley, Canada, to advance local arts and culture by designing inclusive outreach strategies, coordinating events, and building partnerships with community groups.

You will manage communications, gather community feedback, and help shape programs that increase participation and accessibility, reporting to the organization and ensuring impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in community engagement, public relations, or event management, preferably in the non-profit sector.
• Proven ability to build and nurture relationships with diverse community groups.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Experience with social media platforms and content creation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive community engagement strategy to increase participation and support.
• Organize and manage community events, workshops, and outreach activities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, local organizations, and stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for collaboration and partnership to expand the organization's reach.
• Manage social media presence and develop communication materials to engage the community.
• Gather feedback from the community to inform program development and strategic planning.

Skills

Community relations

Event management

Social media

Verbal & written communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or related field

Tools

CRM tools

Event management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting local arts and culture in Kimberley , is looking for a dynamic and experienced Community Engagement Manager . This role is essential for building and strengthening relationships between the organization and the local community, ensuring its programs and initiatives are relevant, accessible, and impactful. You will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies that foster community participation, enhance visibility, and build strong partnerships with local groups, businesses, and residents. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape how the organization connects with and serves the community it aims to benefit.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive community engagement strategy to increase participation and support.


• Organize and manage community events, workshops, and outreach activities.


• Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, local organizations, and stakeholders.


• Identify opportunities for collaboration and partnership to expand the organization's reach.


• Manage social media presence and develop communication materials to engage the community.


• Gather feedback from the community to inform program development and strategic planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.


• Minimum of 4 years of experience in community engagement , public relations, or event management, preferably in the non-profit sector.


• Proven ability to build and nurture relationships with diverse community groups.


• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.


• Strong organizational and project management abilities.


• Experience with social media platforms and content creation.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.


• Opportunities for professional growth and development.


• A vibrant and collaborative work environment.


• The chance to significantly impact local arts and culture accessibility.


• Paid time off and other employee-focused perks.