Community Engagement Coordinator

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title:

Community Engagement Coordinator

Reports To:

Development Manager

Date Updated:

April 10, 2026

About Vickery Meadow Youth Development Foundation:

Vickery Meadow Youth Development Foundation (VMYDF) was founded in 2008 to expand access to educational and enrichment opportunities for students and families in the Vickery Meadow neighborhood of Dallas, Texas. Our mission is to connect youth to the relationships, resources, and opportunities they need to unlock their full potential. Vickery Meadow is one of the most diverse communities in Dallas, with residents representing more than 16 countries and speaking over 30 languages—an asset that shapes and strengthens our work.

As educational pathways and workforce expectations continue to evolve, VMYDF remains committed to removing systemic barriers and expanding access to opportunity for historically under-resourced and underestimated youth. Our work is grounded in a long-term, place-based approach that supports students from sixth grade through college completion and into meaningful careers. At the same time, we partner with families and the broader community to build the knowledge, networks, and support systems that make sustained success possible.

We believe that lasting impact is achieved not only by preparing young people for the future, but by investing in the strength, voice, and leadership of the community itself. If you are driven by equity, energized by community, and ready to invest in the next generation of Dallas leaders, we want you on our team. 

Role Summary:

The Community Engagement Coordinator is responsible for coordinating community engagement activities, including events, outreach, volunteer and intern management, and marketing support. This role works in close collaboration with youth and adult programming staff to plan and execute events, support program enrollment efforts, and align volunteer and intern assignments with program needs. The position requires consistent coordination with internal staff and community partners. Success in this role depends on strong teamwork, clear communication, and the ability to follow established plans and processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Community Event Coordination 
• Plan and coordinate logistics for community engagement events, including youth, adult, and alumni programming, as well as fundraising events 
• Manage event timelines, materials, communications, and on-site execution to ensure smooth and consistent delivery 
• Track attendance and support post-event follow-up and documentation 
• Community Outreach & Program Engagement Support 
• Coordinate outreach events in collaboration with program staff that increase program awareness, enrollment, and participation 
• Organize and implement outreach strategies and activities in alignment with organizational priorities 
• Represent the organization at community events, resource fairs, and partner-hosted activities as assigned 
• Volunteer and Intern Coordination 
• Coordinate recruitment, scheduling, and communication with volunteers and interns across programs 
• Collaborate with the program staff to align volunteer and intern assignments with program needs 
• Maintain volunteer and intern records and support a positive and organized experience 
• Marketing & Communications Support 
• Coordinate with program staff to collect program information for marketing purposes
• Develop and prepare marketing and outreach materials for programs and events (e.g., flyers, emails, social media content) 
• Coordinate distribution and use of materials to ensure consistency in messaging and branding 
• Work with leadership to ensure materials align with established communication standards and priorities
• Provide marketing materials to development staff for repurposing for funding opportunities (presentations, campaigns, etc) 
• Community Partnership Support 
• Maintain and support existing community partnerships through regular communication and coordination 
• Assist with partner engagement related to events, outreach, and program activities as directed 
• Ensure timely follow-up and coordination with partners to support ongoing collaboration

Role Segmentation:

• Community Outreach and Events (50%)
• Community Partnerships (30%)
• Volunteer and Intern Coordination (10%)
• Marketing (10%)

Core Competencies:

• Collaboration & Teamwork – Ability to work closely with program coordinators and staff to execute shared plans, support program needs, and maintain clear, consistent communication
• Organization & Coordination – Strong ability to manage multiple tasks, schedules, and logistics with attention to detail and follow-through
• Communication Skills – Clear and professional verbal and written communication with staff, participants, volunteers, interns, and community partners
• Reliability & Accountability – Consistently follows through on assigned responsibilities, meets deadlines, and adheres to established processes
• Adaptability – Ability to adjust to changing schedules, event needs, and program priorities while maintaining quality and consistency
• Volunteer & Intern Engagement – Ability to support, communicate with, and coordinate volunteers and interns in a structured and organized manner
• Customer Service Orientation – Maintains a welcoming, respectful, and responsive approach when interacting with participants, families, and community members
• Attention to Detail – Ensures accuracy in event logistics, materials, scheduling, and recordkeeping

Role Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred with a degree in marketing, communications, nonprofit management or other related degree
• At least two years of experience in related fields
• Must be at least 25 years old
• Must have a driver’s license
• Must be willing to drive the VMYDF van
• VMYDF is primarily focused in the community and has programming outside of the regular work day. Programming schedules change based on the season (i.e., school year, summer, school breaks). A strong candidate for this position will have the ability to work a flexible schedule (consistent evening and weekend work will be required).

EEOC STATEMENT

Vickery Meadow Youth Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.