Community Engagement & Programs Coordinator

Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC)•Prior Lake, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community as a Community Engagement & Programs Coordinator and make a meaningful impact! You’ll drive charitable giving initiatives, build strong community partnerships, manage outreach efforts, and support engaging programs for employees and the community. Enjoy weekly pay, excellent health benefits, and opportunities to grow your career. Job Overview: The Community Engagement & Programs Coordinator is responsible for coordinating charitable giving initiatives, fostering community partnerships, managing outreach efforts, and supporting employee and community engagement activities. This position serves as the primary relationship manager for charitable giving recipients, tribal partners, government partners, community organizations, and internal stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Community Development, Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, or related field required.
Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in community relations, charitable giving, program coordination, public affairs, or stakeholder engagement.
Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills.
Proven ability to coordinate multiple projects and events simultaneously.
Strong presentation, facilitation, and organizational skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and community partners.

Nice To Haves

Experience planning and executing community outreach and engagement initiatives preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end administration of charitable giving requests and community impact initiatives.
Coordinate charitable giving programs, outreach activities, sponsorships, and community engagement efforts.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with tribal partners, community organizations, and charitable recipients.
Serve as the primary liaison between Business Council, Marketing, Finance, tribal departments, and community stakeholders.
Lead and coordinate internal outreach programs and employee engagement initiatives.
Develop strategic plans to increase community engagement and strengthen tribal partnerships.
Organize charitable events, volunteer opportunities, recognition programs, and community impact activities.
Coordinate communications, scheduling, meeting logistics, and follow-up activities related to charitable giving programs.
Track program outcomes and prepare reports highlighting community impact and engagement results.
Collaborate with internal departments to ensure successful execution of charitable giving initiatives.
Represent SMSC at community meetings, outreach events, and partnership activities.
Assist with promotional materials, presentations, and communications supporting charitable programs.