Community Engagement & Outreach Coordinator

Brightpoint; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Brightpoint in Fort Wayne is seeking an Engagement Coordinator to build awareness of our mission through community engagement, education, and strategic communication. The role serves as a connector among staff, programs, volunteers, and Development efforts to increase awareness of Brightpoint's impact.

The position also focuses on engaging with community partners, donors, clients, and other audiences via social media and online channels, ensuring consistent messaging and Brightpoint values.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in related field or at least 2 years' experience in a similar position.
• High comfort level with public interaction and public speaking ability; previous marketing and/or outreach experience is a plus.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision both alone and with others in a team environment.
• Ability to relate well to diverse populations from a variety of socio-economic backgrounds.
• Dependable transportation and willingness to travel in northeast Indiana as needed.
• Willing and able to work flexible hours, including evenings, and weekends when required.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, dependable, flexible, and cooperative.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• When driving for Brightpoint, the employee must have a valid Indiana driver's license and must maintain minimum liability limits of $100,000/$300,000 on auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Strengthen Brightpoint's visibility and relationships throughout its service area, with particular attention to communities where stronger relationships are needed.
• Respond to community requests for information and materials and coordinate appropriate follow-up.
• Serve as a connection between community partners and appropriate Brightpoint departments and programs.
• Support the Client Outreach Committee by helping to ensure consistent messaging and effective community representation.
• Engage with community partners, donors, clients, and other audiences through social media and other online channels, sharing relevant feedback, opportunities, and community information with Brightpoint staff.
• Implement Brightpoint Values at all times.

Skills

Public speaking

Public interaction

Teamwork

Driving

Education

Associate degree or 2 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Brightpoint in Fort Wayne is seeking an Engagement Coordinator to build awareness of our mission through community engagement, education, and strategic communication. The role serves as a connector among staff, programs, volunteers, and Development efforts to increase awareness of Brightpoint's impact.

The position also focuses on engaging with community partners, donors, clients, and other audiences via social media and online channels, ensuring consistent messaging and Brightpoint values.