What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Engagement Manager position at The Hive Community Circle?
Company Description The Hive Community Circle is a South Carolina–based, culturally specific, peer-driven advocacy organization serving women and girls ages 11 and older. The organization supports survivors of sexual assault, intimate partner violence, and stalking through trauma-informed services and community education. The Hive Community Circle emphasizes empowerment, safety, and healing for those impacted by gender-based violence. Team members collaborate with community partners to expand access to resources and promote survivor-centered practices. Staff are committed to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive care.
Role Description The Community Engagement Manager is a full-time, hybrid role based in Columbia, SC, with some work-from-home flexibility. This role leads community outreach and engagement efforts, building and maintaining relationships with survivors, partner organizations, schools, and local service providers. Day-to-day responsibilities include planning and implementing community programs and events, coordinating workshops and trainings, and representing The Hive Community Circle at community meetings and public forums. The Community Engagement Manager will develop and manage engagement strategies, track program outcomes, and ensure timely communication with stakeholders, including participants, partners, and internal team members. The person in this role will collaborate closely with advocacy staff, oversee key projects and timelines, and contribute to communications that promote services, resources, and educational initiatives.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated skills in Community Engagement and Community Outreach, including building partnerships and fostering collaborative relationships.
- Experience in Program Management and Project Management, with the ability to plan, implement, and evaluate community-based initiatives.
- Strong Communication skills, including written, verbal, and public speaking abilities suited to diverse audiences.
- Experience or strong interest in gender-based violence advocacy, trauma-informed care, or related social services.
- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, managing onsite work in Columbia, SC and remote tasks independently.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines.
- Commitment to culturally responsive, survivor-centered, and gender-neutral practices; experience working with diverse communities is highly valued.
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, public health, community development, communications, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.