Outreach Specialist

Job Title: Outreach Specialist
Location: Remote (Indy-based)
Category: Part-time (20 hrs/wk), Non-Exempt
Organization: America’s Warrior Partnership (AWP) dba Indy Warrior Partnership (IWP)
Reports To: Director of Community Integration

Job Summary / Overview

The primary responsibility of the Outreach Specialist is to build and maintain trusted relationships with veterans, their family members, and caregivers across the community. The Outreach Specialist actively seeks out and engages veterans where they live, work, and gather to promote awareness of Indy Warrior Partnership and educate potential clients of guaranteed benefits and available resources. The Outreach Specialist is also responsible for creating and sustaining a community-based Advisory Council to guide outreach, coordinate local events, and support fundraising and awareness initiatives. The Outreach Specialist directly drives IWP’s organizational reach and community impact. Success in this role is specifically measured by the increase in the number of veterans known, connected, and supported within the community.

Key Success Indicators:

• Facilitate recruitment and onboarding of at least 5 qualified Advisory Council members within 90 days of council launch that contributes/raises $1000 per person that contributes to outreach and fundraising efforts.
• Maintain engagement and conduct a minimum of quarterly advisory council meetings to support outreach and community involvement.
• Identify, engage and document 50 female veterans and 75 additional veterans per quarter (Total 125 per quarter).
• Publish at least one original, dynamic post per day on each active Indy social media channels.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Proactively and consistently identify and engage veterans and their families in the community through direct outreach, local events, and trusted networks.
• Build and maintain authentic relationships with veterans to gain a better understanding of the veteran community and their needs.
• Serve as a consistent, reliable point of contact for veterans, ensuring they feel seen, heard, and supported.
• Perform other related duties as assigned, supporting maintaining a relationship with clients, corporations, and partners.

Advisory Committee Development

• Recruit, develop, and maintain a local advisory committee of veterans, corporations and partners to guide outreach efforts.
• Engage the committee to support fundraising and outreach strategies that strengthen connections with veterans.
• Facilitate regular meetings and ensure that all advisory members are informed, empowered, and active contributors to the organization’s mission.

Community Engagement & Events

• Coordinate and participate in community events designed to bring veterans together, raise awareness, and foster essential connections.
• Represent IWP at local gatherings, meetings, and veteran-focused activities to actively expand the network of support.
• Collaborate strategically with community groups, nonprofits, and agencies to ensure veterans are connected across multiple support systems.

Data Tracking & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and up to date records of new leads, contacts, veteran engagement, outreach efforts, collaborating organizations, and advisory committee activities in WarriorServe®.
• Track outcomes to measure overall impact
• Create and present regular progress reports to leadership.
• Utilize data insights to refine outreach strategies, ensuring continuous improvement in how the organization engages and supports veterans.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s of Science, Public Relations, Communications, Business, or related field. Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Experience:

• At least 2-3 years of experience in community engagement, partnership development, or a related field.
• Experience working with veterans, military families, or nonprofit organizations is highly preferred.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with diverse veteran populations.
• Experience in outreach, community organizing, or engagement preferred.
• Comfortable with public speaking, professional networking, and grassroots community engagement.
• Ability to work independently, effectively manage multiple priorities, and follow through on commitments.
• Military experience or deep familiarity with the veteran community strongly preferred.

Technical Proficiency:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with CRM systems or database management is a plus.

Work Environment:

• The role is based in Indianapolis and will require travel for events throughout Indiana.
• Some evening and weekend work may be required to accommodate partner schedules and events.

America’s Warrior Partnership is an Equal Opportunity Employer

America’s Warrior Partnership is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences to apply.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $28