Community Engagement Coordinator

North Carolina Asian Americans Together • Charlotte, NC

5d • $60,000 - $65,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

NCAAT is seeking a Community Engagement Coordinator to support and expand our community engagement work across North Carolina, with a particular focus on the Charlotte region. This role supports day-to-day community engagement programming, event coordination, volunteer engagement, and data management. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, community-centered, and a strong communicator, with a demonstrated interest in community education, civic engagement, and relationship-building with Asian American and immigrant communities. The Community Engagement Coordinator is a key member of the Community Engagement Team and works closely with NCAAT staff, coalition partners, and volunteers to advance program goals.

Requirements

• Demonstrated commitment to social justice, equity, and community-centered work.
• Experience with community organizing, grassroots engagement, or relationship-building.
• Strong organizational skills and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Experience working with AAPI and/or underrepresented communities in North Carolina.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
• Strong writing and basic research skills.

Nice To Haves

• basic proficiency in an Asian language.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement community engagement programs, workshops, and events in collaboration with internal teams and community partners.
• Support the planning and execution of large-scale community gatherings, including events such as Common Roots Festival during Asian Pacific American Heritage Month.
• Manage and organize community member and event data using CRMs such as EveryAction.
• Stay informed about issues impacting Asian communities in North Carolina, partner programming, and relevant national trends.
• Attend stakeholder and coalition meetings and report key updates and insights to NCAAT staff.
• Engage AAPI community members, organizations, and partners to help build and sustain NCAAT’s community base.
• Represent NCAAT at community events, including festivals, town halls, and partner-led gatherings.
• Support volunteer engagement efforts in collaboration with the Membership Engagement Manager and the Deputy Director of Programs.
• Submit timely communications requests to help highlight community needs and promote NCAAT programs and events through digital and social media channels.
• Coordinate and support NCAAT’s naturalization program, including scheduling and running N-400 citizenship clinics with coalition partners.
• Recruit, coordinate, and support volunteers, legal reviewers, and eligible Legal Permanent Residents (LPRs).
• Assist participants with the screening process and completion of N-400 applications.
• Support training for staff, volunteers, and partners involved in naturalization clinics.
• Maintain accurate program records and track data related to N-400 assistance and outcomes.
• Actively participates in outreach efforts and responds to community needs with care and accountability.
• Works effectively with colleagues, partners, and volunteers to support shared goals.
• Communicates clearly and respectfully with diverse audiences, both verbally and in writing.
• Builds trust and maintains positive working relationships with community members and partner organizations.
• Coordinates programs and events, manages timelines, and ensures accurate data tracking and follow-through.
• Practices inclusive engagement and demonstrates respect for the diversity of AAPI as well as other underrepresented communities.
• Manages time effectively, adapts to changing priorities, and maintains productivity during busy periods.

Benefits

• health, dental, and vision insurance
• paid time off for vacation and wellness days
• 401(k) plan
• flextime
• hybrid work schedules
• yearly professional development stipend that may be used toward Asian language courses, training, or other learning resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed