Public Education & Outreach Manager

YWCA Northeast Kansas; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

YWCA Northeast Kansas is seeking a Public Education Manager who will lead community education and awareness programs on domestic and dating violence, sexual violence, stalking, and human trafficking. The role develops trainings, manages partnerships, and trains staff as requested.

Reporting to the CSE Program Director and potential for supervisory responsibilities after probation, this role supports coordination across program areas and participates in on-call rotations and after-hours responses.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work, Public Health, Human Services, or related field; alternative experience may substitute.
• Experience in public speaking.
• Understanding of dynamics of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and human trafficking.
• Knowledge of local community resources and support services.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage individuals in crisis.
• Ability to function in a crisis setting with frequent interruptions.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel within service areas.
• Dedication to relationship building and teamwork with initiative and autonomy.
• Commitment to YWCA mission and values, with focus on racial equity and social justice.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements educational presentations throughout the community on topics related to the agency’s mission and vision.
• Delivers presentations and trainings to schools, community groups, and professionals from diverse disciplines.
• Schedules and coordinates all speaking engagements and outreach opportunities with community partners.
• Represents the Center for Safety & Empowerment at community events, panels, and meetings as requested.
• Maintains records of outreach activities and presentations for program reporting and internal documentation.
• Organizes and coordinates awareness-raising community events for DV/SV/HT/ST programming.
• Plans for community events including Week Without Violence and the Concealed Revealed Art Auction.
• Leads the Holiday Store initiative, ensuring clients and families receive gifts and essentials.
• Assists in creating and designing promotional materials related to CSE services.
• Collaborates with YWCA Community Engagement Team to promote programs and opportunities.
• Provides advocacy and direct assistance to clients as needed.
• Participates as an active member of the CSE Supervisor Team, aiding coordination and operations.
• Participates in the CSE Supervisor on-call rotation and responds to after-hours situations.
• Assists with onboarding and training of new staff via New Advocate Training sessions.
• Collaborates with CSE leadership to identify training needs and staff development opportunities.
• Serves as a point of contact for supporters and community members with YWCA programming and volunteer opportunities.
• Participates in collaborative partnerships and represents CSE in meetings and initiatives.
• Attends biweekly all-staff meetings and weekly supervision meetings; contributes to planning.
• Maintains accurate records and timekeeping for funders.

Skills

Public speaking

Interpersonal communication

Crisis management

Teamwork

Initiative

Diversity & inclusion awareness

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Public Health, Human Services, or related field

Tools

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Job description

YWCA Northeast Kansas is seeking a Public Education Manager who will lead community education and awareness programs on domestic and dating violence, sexual violence, stalking, and human trafficking. The role develops trainings, manages partnerships, and trains staff as requested.

Reporting to the CSE Program Director and potential for supervisory responsibilities after probation, this role supports coordination across program areas and participates in on-call rotations and after-hours responses.