Fellow, Community Engagement, Chesapeake at The Campbell Foundation

Wayne State University; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in Chesapeake is looking for a Fellow, Community Engagement, to advance its Community Engagement Program. The role involves engaging with community stakeholders, reviewing funding requests, and managing grants to address systemic inequities. The ideal candidate will have a passion for community needs and relevant experience in nonprofit sectors. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in the community by working on critical issues such as education and workforce development.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in community engagement or nonprofit support.
• Ability to work closely with diverse stakeholders.
• Interest in issues like workforce development, education, and health.

Responsibilities

• Advance the Community Engagement Program of the Foundation.
• Engage with community stakeholders and fund partners.
• Manage and update the Community Engagement grants portfolio.

Skills

Passion for supporting community needs

Engaging with community stakeholders

Reviewing and analyzing funding requests

Job description

Fellow, Community Engagement, Chesapeake

The Fellow, Community Engagement will work closely with Kenneth Turner, Program Director, Community Engagement, Chesapeake and other members of staff to advance the Foundation’s Community Engagement Program, which was created in 2024. Primary tasks range from exploring prospective grantee organizations to the review, analysis, and presentation of funding requests. The Fellow will actively engage with community stakeholders (e.g., nonprofit leaders, community residents, teachers) and funding partners, in consultation with the Program Director, Community Engagement, to manage, shape, and continually update the Community Engagement grants portfolio. The Fellow will help advance the Foundation’s mission of creating more equitable and livable communities by working with partners in the Chesapeake to address systemic inequities and immediate needs.

The successful candidate has a passion for supporting community needs and nonprofit organizations on issues including but not limited to workforce development, education, immigration, community health, and community justice. The candidate should be able to demonstrate this passion and interest through past experiences (i.e., relevant volunteer experience, professional experience, lived experience).