Outreach Coordinator

Experience Champaign Urbana; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Experience Champaign Urbana is seeking an Outreach Coordinator to educate the public, cultivate relationships, and manage our website and social media under the supervision of the Director of Development & Outreach. The role includes planning community outreach events and creating marketing collateral.

Some nights and weekends are required. Minimum one year of relevant experience with content development and social media platforms is preferred, along with strong communication skills and

Qualifications

• One year of relevant experience with computer proficiency, content development and social media platforms.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with clients, staff and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Educate the public by cultivating relationships and adhering to marketing, branding and public education standards.
• Manage the organization’s website and social media channels.
• Plan and facilitate community outreach events.
• Create social media content reflecting the mission and values.
• Create marketing collateral (flyers, brochures, pamphlets, press releases).
• Attend meetings and complete required forms/reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Social media management

Content development

MS Office

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Reports to: Director of Development and Outreach

Full-time, 40-hours

Exempt/Salaried : $57,750

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Courage Connection believes that every member of our community deserves the education, resources and support to live in safe, healthy relationships. We are seeking an Outreach Coordinator who is as passionate and enthusiastic about our mission as we are. Under the supervision of the Director of Development & Outreach, that primary responsibility of this position is educating the public by cultivating relationships and adhering to our marketing, branding and public education standards and practices. The Outreach Coordinator will implement outreach strategies through in-person engagement and educate on the effects of domestic violence. In addition, this position is responsible for the management of the organization’s website and social media channels. This position will assist in the planning and facilitation of community outreach events that support the mission and vision of the agency. Some nights and weekends will be required.

• Facilitate community and public education trainings as assigned by supervisor
• Maintain a calendar of outreach activities, including community events, workshops, youth prevention training and other education opportunities
• Create social media content, such as videos, photos and written posts that reflect our mission and values of the organization
• Create marketing collateral, including flyers, brochures, pamphlets, and press releases
• Assist in the marketing needs of other departments throughout the agency
• Maintain compliance with all agency policies and procedures, including client and agency confidential standards
• Be a champion for the agency, clients and staff at all times
• Attend all meetings and complete all forms and reports required by direct supervisor, funders, Executive Director or the Board
• Carry out all other assigned or necessary tasks to ensure organizational standards

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

Minimum of one-year relevant experience (internships or volunteer work) with computer proficiency, content development and social media platforms. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with clients, staff, and community partners.

• Passion for advocacy, community outreach, social media and proficiency with major social media platforms and social media management
• Computer proficiency (MS Office - Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary service
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within the parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
• Bachelor's degree in related relevant field

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards and agency policies
• Must be able to listen and speak clearly on the telephone