Community Outreach Specialist

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Flexible schedule

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Community Outreach Specialist for a fully remote role in the United Kingdom. You will design and implement outreach strategies to engage underserved populations, build partnerships with community organizations, and raise awareness of available services.

In this role you will track KPIs, organize virtual events, develop outreach materials, and adapt messaging for diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Social Work, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in community outreach, marketing, or public relations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement comprehensive community outreach strategies to engage target demographics.
• Identify and cultivate partnerships with community organizations, local leaders, and stakeholders.
• Develop and distribute outreach materials (digital and physical) to raise awareness of services and programs.
• Organize and facilitate virtual or in-person outreach events and information sessions.
• Track and report on outreach activities, key performance indicators, and outcomes.
• Gather feedback from the community to inform program development and service delivery.

Skills

Communication

Networking

Outreach strategy

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

CRM software

Social media tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and driven Community Outreach Specialist for a fully remote position. This role is vital for expanding the organization's reach and impact by building meaningful connections within the community, particularly focusing on engaging underserved populations. You will develop and execute outreach strategies, foster partnerships, and raise awareness about available services. This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated individual to leverage their communication skills and passion for social impact in a flexible, remote work environment, supporting initiatives across Randburg and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement comprehensive community outreach strategies to engage target demographics.
• Identify and cultivate partnerships with community organizations, local leaders, and stakeholders.
• Develop and distribute outreach materials (digital and physical) to raise awareness of services and programs.
• Organize and facilitate virtual or in-person outreach events and information sessions.
• Track and report on outreach activities, key performance indicators, and outcomes.
• Gather feedback from the community to inform program development and service delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Social Work, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in community outreach, marketing, or public relations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences.
• Strong networking and relationship-building capabilities.
• Proficiency in using remote communication tools, social media, and CRM software.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage projects independently in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive remote work benefits.
• Significant flexibility with fully remote working arrangements.
• Opportunity to shape and expand the organization's community presence.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Be part of a passionate team focused on driving positive social change.