Community Engagement Coordinator

Family Promise Of Gwinnett County • Lawrenceville, GA

401d • $46,000 - $46,000

About The Position

The Community Engagement Coordinator at Family Promise of Gwinnett County plays a vital role in fostering relationships with the community, volunteers, donors, and media to support the organization's mission of assisting families experiencing homelessness. This full-time position involves managing volunteer efforts, coordinating events, and enhancing public relations to increase visibility and engagement with the community.

Requirements

• Proven experience in event coordination, volunteer management, or community relations.
• Strong interpersonal skills to connect with individuals of diverse groups.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in a fast-paced environment.
• Passionate about Family Promise's mission and dedicated to supporting families in need.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and social media platforms.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of experience in community engagement, event planning, or similar roles.
• Familiarity with donor management systems and CRM software.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all aspects of volunteer recruitment, training, scheduling, and appreciation.
• Lead outreach efforts to engage new and existing congregations, corporations, and civic groups.
• Organize volunteer orientation, training sessions, and appreciation events.
• Plan and execute community events, fundraisers, and volunteer activities, managing logistics, budget, and event promotion.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with current and potential donors, providing donor communications, thank-you notes, and impact reports.
• Serve as a liaison between Family Promise of Gwinnett and local community leaders, organizations, and media.
• Draft press releases, media alerts, newsletters, and social media content.
• Assist in managing day-to-day office operations, including answering phones, managing emails, and maintaining records.
• Provide administrative and project support to the Executive Director on various initiatives, including research and report preparation.
• Create and manage content for Family Promise of Gwinnett's social media platforms.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree