Community Partnership and Outreach Manager, Black Engagement

Description

Connect for Health has a great opportunity for a Partnerships & Outreach Manager, Black Engagement.

Connect for Health Colorado is a public, non-profit entity established by the Colorado General Assembly in 2011 to create a health insurance Marketplace. Since 2013, we’ve been helping individuals, families, and small employers compare plans, apply for financial help and buy health insurance. As Colorado’s official health insurance marketplace, we are the only place to apply for financial help to lower the monthly cost of premiums. Customers can shop online; get help by phone or online chat from Customer Service Center representatives; and access expert help from a statewide network of certified Brokers and community-based Assisters. Our mission is to increase access, affordability, and choice for individuals and small employers purchasing health insurance in Colorado. For more information: ConnectforHealthCO.com

Position Summary:

The Partnership & Outreach Manager, Black Engagement, under the general direction of the Senior External Affairs Manager, leads strategic outreach initiatives and cultivates stakeholder partnerships to connect eligible Coloradans—especially those from historically underserved communities—with Connect for Health Colorado. This role places a strong emphasis on engagement with Black population, small businesses, rural customers, faith community, and state partners to advance health equity and expand the organization’s reach and impact across the state.

The Manager will champion inclusive practices, foster culturally responsive engagement, and support public affairs efforts that align with the organization’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) to expand access, affordability, and choice for Coloradans purchasing health insurance.

Through intentional collaboration and community-centered strategies, this position helps ensure that all Coloradans have equitable access to health coverage and resources.

Position Responsibilities:  

• Expanding outreach and enrollment efforts in Black community and rural community through culturally relevant strategies and trusted community partnerships.
• Building sustainable relationships with grassroots organizations, faith-based groups, community organizations, and local leaders to amplify health equity initiatives.
• Presenting on behalf of Connect for Health Colorado to audiences large and small, in person and virtually. 
• Developing and implementing metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of outreach programs in reducing disparities in health coverage.
• Promoting inclusive messaging and materials that reflect the diverse identities and experiences of Colorado’s communities.
• Collaborating with internal teams to ensure meaningful engagement with Black and Latino communities is embedded across all external engagement and public affairs activities.

Requirements

• Colorado resident.
• Bachelor's degree OR relevant experience in communications, public health, social work, or a related field.
• At least 5-8 years of experience in public-facing roles, such as outreach, social work, communications, or public affairs.
• At least five years of experience building and managing complex stakeholder relationships and partnerships.
• Business fluency in Spanish
• Familiarity with healthcare or the health insurance landscape is a plus, but not required.

Work Environment:

• Currently working remotely. Will require attending in-person events around Colorado.
• The Connect for Health Colorado office is located in the North Tech Center area of Denver, near the intersection of I-25 and I-225.
• Work schedule may include some non-traditional hours, weekends, and evening events.
• Core office hours are typically 8am-5pm with some flexibility.

Total Compensation:

Connect for Health Colorado offers a competitive benefits package. Employees are offered a robust benefits package and may elect from various offerings to tailor a package best suited to their individual needs. Connect for Health Colorado employees are eligible to participate in the organization’s 403(b) plan and are additionally provided with paid time off, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. The salary range for this position is $64,890 - $84,460.

To Apply:

Please apply on our Career page at https://connectforhealthco.com/about-us/employment/.

Connect for Health Colorado is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Connect for Health Colorado may, at its discretion, conduct a background check on any workforce member and/or require job candidates to successfully complete a background check as a condition of employment.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 30 days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants. *Post date - 11/18/2025

Salary : $64,890 - $84,460