Community Liaison Outreach Specialist

WECARETN; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A community engagement organization in Memphis is seeking a part-time Community Engagement Specialist to build relationships, coordinate events, and promote community programs. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a background in community services, and experience with marketing strategies. This role offers $18-$20 per hour, requiring a minimum of 25 hours per week of engagement.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of community services and personal health and safety.
• Previous experience in community advocacy is preferred.
• Training to HIV Test is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Builds and maintains relationships with community members and stakeholders.
• Organizes educational and celebratory events to promote programs.
• Manages coordination of events and marketing of services.

Skills

Knowledge of community services

Presentation and Facilitation Skills

Verbal and Written Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Professionalism

Customer Focus

Cost Analysis

Education

University/college degree (Associates or Bachelor's)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Virtual software programs

Job description

Overview

PART-TIME (minimum of 25 hours per week)

$18-$20 Hr

EXEMPT

Maintains high visibility and proactive community engagement for programs and activities of the organization in order to ensure community awareness and participation. Ensures the best utilization of resources and program services within the community. Acts as a positive representation of the organization to the community and to business partners.

Job Responsibilities

Builds and maintains relationships with members of the community, stakeholders, business partners and other entities.

Attend conferences with relevant content for community advocacy (HIV Training, Trans specific content, political education, professional development,etc.).

Recruits guest lecturers and presenters for specific programs (ex. hair stylists, make-up artists, healthcare professionals, etc.).

Organizes and coordinates educational and celebratory events that will influence public opinion or promote programs, services, or ideas of the company.

Evaluates costs of events and programs and compares them to the goals, budget, and benefits of the organization.

Manages the coordination of events by setting up virtual courses, distributing program materials and providing food/snacks.

Assists with weekly marketing and promoting programs and services with flyers, email distribution lists, social media advertisements, and direct calls.

Tabling/Outreach required

Coordinating of HIV Testing and Services

Other duties as necessary or assigned.

Qualifications / Skills:

Knowledge of community services, self-advocacy, personal health and safety

Presentation and Facilitation Skills

Verbal and Written Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Professionalism

Customer Focus

Cost Analysis

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:

University/college degree is an asset but not required (Associates or Bachelors)

Relevant facilitation and community advocacy experience preferred

Previous experience with Microsoft Office software preferred

Previous experience with virtual software programs

Training to HIV Test