Associate, Educational Outcomes

United Way of Greater Cincinnati•Cincinnati, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As Associate, Educational Outcomes at United Way of Greater Cincinnati, you will support initiatives that improve outcomes for children and youth across the cradle-to-career continuum. This role provides program coordination, administrative support, data management, and stakeholder engagement across a portfolio of initiatives designed to expand educational opportunities, strengthen family engagement, elevate youth voice, and connect education to career pathways. The Associate supports several key initiatives across the cradle to career continuum, including the Hamilton County Youth Advisory Board (YAB), Children's Savings Accounts (CSA), Success by 6, place-based education efforts, workforce pathway strategies, and key education partnerships. This position plays an important role in coordinating meetings and events, supporting participant enrollment and engagement, maintaining program data, and fostering collaboration with community partners to advance educational success throughout the region. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, enjoys building relationships, and is passionate about educational equity and community impact. The successful candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment while managing multiple priorities and contributing to continuous improvement across a diverse portfolio of initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two to three years of professional experience supporting education, nonprofit, community engagement, or program coordination.
Strong organizational and project management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Experience maintaining databases and preparing reports.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); experience with Salesforce or similar CRM preferred.
Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Passion for educational equity, family engagement, and community impact.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for local travel.

Responsibilities

Support the implementation and day-to-day operations of educational initiatives across the Educational Outcomes portfolio.
Coordinate project timelines, work plans, and administrative activities to ensure projects remain on schedule and align with priorities.
Maintain program documentation, electronic files, databases, and tracking systems.
Assist in preparing reports, presentations, meeting materials, and communications for internal and external stakeholders.
Maintain participant enrollment databases and monitor program participation, enrollment goals, and key performance metrics.
Support continuous improvement by maintaining accurate records and identifying opportunities to strengthen program operations.
Process participant enrollments and maintain accurate program records.
Assist families and participants with enrollment, onboarding, and ongoing program participation.
Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing meetings, workshops, convenings, and community events.
Coordinate meeting logistics, including venue reservations, technology, participant materials, transportation, refreshments, accessibility accommodations, and event supplies.
Prepare agendas, presentations, participant packets, sign-in materials, meeting notes, and follow-up communications.
Provide on-site logistical support to ensure meetings and events are executed efficiently and effectively.
Coordinate the logistics and implementation of monthly Youth Advisory Board meetings, leadership development sessions, retreats, community engagement activities, and special events.
Prepare meeting agendas, discussion guides, presentations, participant materials, evaluations, and meeting summaries.
Support planning and coordination of youth participation in conferences, state meetings, training, advocacy events, and leadership development opportunities.
Attend Youth Advisory Board meetings, community outings, and special events to provide operational support and ensure activities are successfully executed; some meetings and events will take place on weekends or outside of typical business hours.
Manage meeting reminders, RSVP tracking, attendance records, and ongoing communication with Youth Advisory Board members.
Support recruitment strategies to expand Youth Advisory Board membership.
Assist with onboarding new Youth Advisory Board members by providing orientation, resources, and ongoing support.
Foster an inclusive, youth-centered environment that encourages meaningful participation, leadership development, and authentic youth voice.
Support community outreach, participant engagement, and partner collaboration across Educational Outcomes initiatives
Assist with recruitment, enrollment, and retention efforts for Educational Outcomes programs and initiatives.
Support strategies that strengthen community connections and partnerships across the Educational Outcomes portfolio.