Camp Pendleton Coordinator
About The Position
The Camp Pendleton Coordinator serves as a local representative of the Military Family Advisory Network (MFAN), connecting military families with programs, resources, and community support. The role supports implementation and growth of MFAN’s PCS Pantry Restock Box program throughout San Diego. It is a community-facing position involving regular attendance at installation briefings, community events, and other outreach opportunities to represent MFAN, share program information, engage with military families, and build relationships with local organizations and partners. The Coordinator handles hands-on outreach logistics, including transporting supplies, setting up and breaking down event tables and displays, and distributing promotional materials. The position also includes coordinating event participation, responding to community requests with resource information or referrals, keeping the team informed about program information, using technology for program operations, and supervising volunteers as needed. The work is based in the local community, with administrative responsibilities potentially completed remotely. The contract is anticipated to last 12 months, with possible extension based on performance and business needs. This is a part-time, 1099 contractor opportunity averaging about 10–15 hours per week. Some evening and weekend availability is required for community events, along with availability for regular check-ins between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET. Candidates are expected to reside in the San Diego local area and have a dedicated workspace, computer, high-speed internet, and reliable transportation. The contractor is responsible for their own taxes, insurance, and other benefits; the role does not include employee benefits such as health insurance, accrued leave, or retirement contributions.
Requirements
- Appreciation for military life and understanding of the military and veteran organization landscape.
- Highly organized, with exceptional attention to detail.
- Outgoing and personable, and comfortable approaching new people, initiating conversations, and engaging with military families in varied community settings.
- Self-starter with strong interpersonal and time-management skills.
- Strong computer literacy skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, including the ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with varied internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated public-speaking expertise, including delivering engaging presentations to diverse audiences and conveying key messages clearly and effectively.
- Reside in the San Diego local area.
- Have a dedicated workspace, computer, high-speed internet, and reliable transportation, including access to a car.
- Be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Be available for regular check-ins between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET and for some evening and weekend events.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with digital and email marketing platforms and customer relationship management systems.
Responsibilities
- Identify and coordinate participation in community-wide events that build relationships and increase MFAN’s visibility and engagement, including installation briefings and special events.
- Represent MFAN at community events and engage with military families, organizations, and partners.
- Set up and break down outreach events, including transporting supplies, assembling displays, arranging tables, and distributing program materials.
- Respond to community requests by identifying resources and, when appropriate, referring people to MFANetwork partners.
- Keep team members up to date with program information.
- Ensure technology is used correctly for program operations.
- Monitor and supervise volunteers as needed.
- Support other MFAN programs and team members as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
