What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Engagement Manager position at Seacoast Village Project?
Job Summary
Seacoast Village Project seeks a part time Community Engagement Manager who will represent the Seacoast Village Project in community outreach engagements and fundraising initiatives throughout the Seacoast community, informing the public about
the Village’s services and programs that help make “aging in place” a reality. Additionally, the Community Engagement Manager will work collaboratively with Board committees to set goals to expand and grow the membership and fundraising
opportunities. We are looking for an upbeat, flexible, and outgoing collaborator who will be the Seacoast Village ambassador within the community, as well as assist in the day to day operations of our office serving our members.
Responsibilities
Community Outreach
In collaboration with the Board Marketing Committee, lead community outreach activities delivering customized marketing materials, event planning coordination and follow up, develop and deliver presentations at community outreach events.
Fundraising
Manage the annual individual donor appeal process and support the cultivation of new donor and existing donor relationships. Plan and participate in Village “friend-raising” events. Conduct research, solicit and maintain a database of corporate donors and benefits. Represent the Village as an ambassador, attending community events and meeting with local businesses to build awareness and financial support for Village programs. Support grant writing activities, manage the grants calendar and track and report fundraising metrics.
Communications
Develop content and coordinate writing and production of monthly newsletter. Coordinate the inputs and content of the Annual Report. Write and submit occasional press releases, social media posts and website updates.
Additional Support
The Village office is at Carey Cottage in Portsmouth and open every day from 9AM to 2 PM, supported by office staff and volunteers. You will spend approximately 50% of time in the office maintaining the outreach,fundraising and donor databases, soliciting financial support by email and phone, and tracking the metrics established by the Board measuring these activities. Additional duties may include: perform backup office duties as needed such as answering phones and coordinating volunteer activities to support member needs, meet with office staff and Board Liaison to discuss how activities are going, what is needed to be successful, and what future plans are needed to meet the needs of members.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will be comfortable and confident with public speaking and group presentations and possess strong time management and organizational skills with attention to detail. Other key strengths include being self-motivated and energetic with strong inclusive and collaborative skills. Participation in community presentations or Village events may require scheduling flexibility and off-site travel.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher in a related health and human services field strongly preferred, with 3-5 years administrative/management experience. Demonstrated skills and ability to effectively manage a broad range of duties as described above. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with all levels of participants and supporters of this program.
Skills and Experiences
Experience with computer data programs including: Google drive, Microsoft Office, Excel, and other commercial databases. Ability to conduct Zoom meetings and troubleshooting participant IT challenges. Experience working with budgets and financial management programs preferred. Experience in nonprofit fundraising, grant writing, marketing and experience working with a non-profit Board preferred.
Pay: From $28.00 per hour
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Portsmouth, NH 03801
Salary : $28