Community Outreach & Partnerships Organizer

BOROUGH PRESIDENT-BROOKLYN; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brooklyn Borough President’s Office is seeking a Community Affairs Organizer to identify community needs and develop outreach strategies across Brooklyn. The role emphasizes building relationships with community organizations, government agencies, schools, and faith-based groups to advance the office’s mission.

The organizer will maintain a flexible schedule to work nights and weekends, manage partnerships, and support special projects in collaboration with the Director of Community Affairs.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree and two years of community work or related activities.
• High school diploma and six years of related experience.
• Education/experience equivalent to 1 or 2 with at least one year in 1.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a proactive approach to community projects.
• Research and identify appropriate partners to strengthen community relationships.
• Increase the Borough President’s visibility at community events.
• Conduct outreach for activities including parades, block parties, schools, and faith-based organizations.
• Report information about community issues to the Director and stakeholders; develop recommendations.

Skills

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Multicultural communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Community outreach

Relationship building

Education

Baccalaureate degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Education/experience equivalent to 1 or 2 above

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

WebEx/Zoom

Job description

The Brooklyn Borough President’s Office is seeking a Community Affairs Organizer to identify community needs and develop outreach strategies across Brooklyn. The role emphasizes building relationships with community organizations, government agencies, schools, and faith-based groups to advance the office’s mission.

The organizer will maintain a flexible schedule to work nights and weekends, manage partnerships, and support special projects in collaboration with the Director of Community Affairs.