Part-Time Community Engagement Coordinator
About The Position
The Connecticut Humane Society (CHS) is seeking a part-time, enthusiastic, organized, and outgoing Community Engagement Coordinator to expand CHS’s community presence and strengthen relationships with corporate partners, community groups, and supporters. The role creates volunteer and engagement opportunities, supports community fundraising efforts, and increases awareness of CHS and its mission throughout Connecticut. It is customer-facing, with very limited interaction with animals. The coordinator manages communications and logistics for corporate volunteer programs, develops mission-focused experiences with staff and corporate partners, and serves as the on-site lead for group activities at CHS locations or company sites. The position also supports third-party fundraisers and community outreach, helps establish and coordinate a statewide volunteer ambassador network, and manages event documentation, supplies, scheduling, and related logistics.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of work planning events or donor engagement programs.
- Proficiency in computers and records management.
- Valid driver’s license; commuting to sites is necessary.
- Ability to perform physically strenuous activities, including lifting moderate to heavy weights up to 40 lbs., standing, and/or bending.
- Enthusiasm for the human-animal bond and creating opportunities for community support of pets and the people who love them.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate communications and logistics for corporate volunteer programs and engagement opportunities.
- Work with CHS staff and corporate partners to develop and deliver mission-focused experiences that strengthen relationships and support philanthropic goals.
- Lead corporate volunteer groups on-site at CHS locations or at company locations for special engagement opportunities.
- Collaborate across departments to ensure engagement experiences are organized, engaging, and consistent with CHS’s mission and values.
- Serve as the primary contact for third-party fundraisers, providing guidance and support.
- Identify and evaluate community tabling, outreach, and ambassador opportunities aligned with CHS’s mission.
- Partner with the Volunteer Manager to recruit, train, and support a statewide network of volunteer ambassadors.
- Coordinate volunteer ambassador assignments for community events and ensure volunteers have the information and resources needed to represent CHS.
- Manage event documentation and coordinate supplies, scheduling, and other logistics with the executive assistant and marketing team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
