Immunization Community Engagement Coordinator

DC Department of Human Resources; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

DC Health in Washington, DC seeks a Program Coordinator in the Immunization Division to lead community engagement, outreach events, and partnerships to boost vaccination awareness and access across the District. This role focuses on strengthening community relations and coordinating public-facing initiatives.

You will collaborate with schools, local partners, and healthcare providers, support program evaluation and reporting, and ensure alignment with public health guidelines and immunization

Qualifications

• Two to four years of work experience in community engagement, health education, program coordination, or public health outreach is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Education, Community Health, Communications, Social Work, or related field required.
• Master’s degree in Public Health, Health Promotion, Health Communication, or Community Health is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements community engagement strategies to increase vaccine awareness and uptake.
• Coordinates outreach events, workshops, and presentations with schools, community organizations, and healthcare providers.
• Builds relationships with community leaders, advocacy groups, and stakeholders to support equitable access to immunization services.
• Serves as a liaison between the Immunization Division and external partners, sharing information and updates.
• Supports planning and coordination of public education campaigns and distributes campaign materials.

Skills

Community engagement

Public health outreach

Education campaigns

Partnership building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Education, Community Health, Communications, Social Work, or related field

Master’s degree in Public Health, Health Promotion, Health Communication, or Community Health (preferred)

Job description

DC Health in Washington, DC seeks a Program Coordinator in the Immunization Division to lead community engagement, outreach events, and partnerships to boost vaccination awareness and access across the District. This role focuses on strengthening community relations and coordinating public-facing initiatives.

You will collaborate with schools, local partners, and healthcare providers, support program evaluation and reporting, and ensure alignment with public health guidelines and immunization