Assistant Program/Special Events Coordinator-Youth Services

Central Arkansas Workforce Development Area; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community organization is seeking an individual to coordinate youth programming and services in Little Rock. This role involves engaging with community sponsors, developing marketing strategies, and organizing educational activities. The ideal candidate should have a passion for youth development and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in youth programming, fundraising, and community engagement desirable.
• Strong communication skills necessary for public presentations.

Responsibilities

• Solicits community sponsors for youth programs and activities.
• Develops marketing and fundraising strategies for youth services.
• Plans and organizes educational programs for community youth.

Job description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

· Solicits corporate and community sponsors for youth activities and programs and donations for fundraisers.

· Assists in the development and implementation of fundraising strategies for programmatic support of youth programming.

· Assists in the research and development of grant funding opportunities for program support including recreational, educational, and career development activities.

· Develops marketing strategies to inform the community of all segments of the Youth Services Department programs including publications, brochure design, media relations, press releases, social media management, etc.

· Conducts public awareness presentations to increase community interest and support departmental programs.

· Develops and coordinates a speakers bureau to market and solicit program and financial support from civic organizations, faith-based organizations, social organizations, and public agencies.

· Identifies potential activities and programs to enhance the social and educational development of participating youth.

· Plans, schedules, and organizes educational and virtual programs for community youth.

· Supervises seasonal and volunteer staff involved with program implementation.

· Assists with the production of departmental email blasts addressing current events and program goals and achievements of participating youth; distributes to staff, businesses, organizations, and individuals in the community.

· Completes reports reflecting program participation and results.

· Assists with the organization and coordination of special programs offered by Pulaski County Youth Services such as Out of School Time, Public Service Internship, Youth Leadership, ACT preparation, etc.

· Serves as a liaison between Youth Services and curriculum partners to address academic loss due to COVID-19 in Pulaski County Out of School Time and other County provided programs.

Job posted for the employer by: Workforce Connections, Arkansas Department of Commerce.