Manager, Community Outreach & Engagement (Baltimore)

ZERO Prostate Cancer; Baltimore (MD); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit organization in Baltimore is seeking a Manager of Community Outreach & Engagement to drive health equity initiatives related to prostate cancer. This role involves leading outreach activities, building partnerships, and ensuring access to education and resources for underserved populations. Ideal candidates are passionate about community health and have significant experience in outreach and event coordination. This position offers remote work flexibility and great benefits.

Benefits

Flexible (Unlimited) PTO

403(b) retirement matching

100% Employer-paid benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

FSA/HSA

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in community engagement or health education.
• Comfortable representing the organization in public settings.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Implement outreach strategies to engage target populations.
• Facilitate community-based programs aligned with health goals.
• Develop relationships with healthcare providers and community organizations.
• Coordinate health screenings and educational events.

Skills

Community engagement

Verbal communication

Relationship building

Equity lens

Cultural humility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health or related field

Job description

Manager, Community Outreach & Engagement (Baltimore)

Full-Time ∙ Exempt-Salaried ∙ Remote (Baltimore-Based)

Are you ready to transform your career into a powerful catalyst for change? For almost 30 years, ZERO Prostate Cancer (ZERO) has been at the forefront of the battle against prostate cancer, providing essential support to patients and families touched by this disease. ZERO is the nation’s leading prostate cancer organization and the number one provider of prostate cancer resources, programs, and services. We are on a mission to improve and save lives from prostate cancer through advocacy, awareness, education, and support.

Consistently recognized as one of the Best Nonprofits to Work for by the Nonprofit Times, we take pride in our unwavering commitment to our team and community. Our culture is founded on the principles of growth, inclusivity, and camaraderie, which we uphold with passion and purpose. Our vision is a world where prostate cancer detection is early, support is unwavering, and care is accessible to all. When you join ZERO, you become part of an extraordinary community with strong core values, where each individual motivates and inspires one another, advancing your career while making a meaningful impact in the fight against prostate cancer. Seize this opportunity to be more than just an employee—become an essential part of a movement that truly matters!

Job Summary

The Manager, Community Outreach & Engagement (Baltimore) will serve as a frontline ambassador for ZERO’s health equity mission, working directly with communities to deliver lifesaving prostate cancer education, screening opportunities, and support services. This role is ideal for a mission-driven individual with strong community connections, a passion for advancing health equity, and the ability to inspire grassroots involvement. The Manager will lead outreach activities, build and sustain partnerships with local organizations, and represent ZERO at community events and gatherings. By collaborating with community-based organizations, healthcare providers, and trusted local voices, the Manager will ensure that outreach efforts are culturally responsive and accessible. This highly visible role will be the face of ZERO in the region, connecting underserved populations to critical prostate cancer resources while aligning local efforts with national initiatives such as Blitz the Barriers.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

1. Regional Community Engagement — Implement grassroots outreach strategies to engage target populations in prostate cancer education, awareness, and screening; represent ZERO at community health fairs, educational forums, and local events; coordinate with local Community Engagement Committees (CECs) to support outreach initiatives and amplify community voices.
2. Program Execution — Facilitate the delivery of community-based programs and services aligned with the goals of Blitz the Barriers; work closely with internal teams (Patient Navigation, Measurement & Evaluation) to ensure successful implementation and impact tracking of local programs; maintain records and assist with data collection related to outreach activities and participant engagement.
3. Partnership Development — Cultivate and maintain relationships with regional healthcare providers, community-based organizations (CBOs), and non-traditional partners; identify opportunities to collaborate with Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), clinics, and local support organizations to expand prostate cancer education and resources.
4. Event Coordination — Plan and coordinate roundtables, health screenings, and educational events in collaboration with local partners; serve as the point of contact for regional outreach events and activations, ensuring a culturally competent and community-centered approach.
5. Internal Collaboration & Reporting — Provide regular updates and reports to the Director of Community Outreach and Engagement; participate in team meetings and trainings to share best practices and align on ZERO’s national strategies; assist in the development of reports, presentations, and communication materials to highlight outreach outcomes; perform other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies for Success

• Cultural Humility & Competence: Ability to work across lines of race, gender, income, and identity with empathy and respect.
• Relationship-Building: Skilled at cultivating trust with partners, community members, and stakeholders.
• Equity Lens: Understands systemic barriers and is committed to reducing disparities in health outcomes.
• Community Leadership: Motivated to empower others and amplify community voice in program design and delivery.
• Adaptability: Able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving nonprofit environment.
• Mission Alignment: Passionate about ZERO’s vision and dedicated to advancing health equity in prostate cancer outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Communications, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in community engagement, grassroots outreach, or health education.
• Demonstrated success building relationships with diverse populations and community organizations.
• Experience coordinating and leading community events, workshops, or outreach campaigns.
• Strong verbal communication and public speaking skills; comfortable representing the organization in public settings.
• Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders, partners, and local leaders to strengthen community presence.
• Knowledge of health equity, cultural humility, and best practices in community outreach.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in fast-moving environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in health education or cancer prevention outreach.
• Bilingual or multilingual communication skills are a plus.
• Experience working in Baltimore or with similar regional populations.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work across teams/departments.

Physical Requirements

• Constant use of a computer and other office productivity equipment, such as a printer, calculator, and copier.
• Prolonged periods of a stationary position at least 50% of the time.
• The ability to recognize details at close range for extended periods of time.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

One of many reasons to join the ZERO team is because we offer great benefits!

• Flexible (Unlimited) PTO, upon completion of probationary period
• 403(b) retirement plan matching up to 4%
• 100% Employer-paid benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, & Long-Term Disability insurance
• FSA/HSA

This role will report directly to the Director, Community Outreach & Engagement, and will work closely with the Outreach & Engagement team to support ZERO’s mission to improve and save lives from prostate cancer through advocacy, education, awareness, and support.

This is a remote opportunity for candidates based in the Baltimore metro area. This position will require local travel within the Baltimore metro area to community partners approximately 20% to 40% of the time (travel will vary with program and community needs). Additionally, there will be some occasional national travel.

ZERO Prostate Cancer is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees. We encourage BIPOC, Veterans, individuals with Disabilities and those affected by prostate cancer to apply. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing the application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Human Resources at [e-mail].