Community Engagement Specialist

Teachers College, Columbia University•New York, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Black Education Research Center (BERC) is seeking a Community Engagement Specialist who will play a key role in supporting community and stakeholder engagement activities as part of the design and development of the PK-12 Black studies curriculum in New York City. This research position will play a key role in supporting community and stakeholder engagement activities as part of the design and development of the PK-12 Black studies curriculum in New York City. This individual will gain experience working in a diverse and dynamic team environment while also advancing community-based research related to BERC’s research projects and priorities.

Requirements

BA, BS, in education, social sciences, or related field
Expertise in community organizing and stakeholder engagement
Strong communication skills
Willingness to work independently and with a team

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or equivalent and minimum of 10 years related community organizing and engagement
Experience in working with community-based organizations, non-profit agencies, and parent organizations

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and manage a community engagement plan and strategy as part of NYCs Education Equity Action Plan (EEAP) project
Serve as a liaison between BERC and community engagement representatives within each EEAP partner organization and the NYC Department of Education
Serve as a liaison between BERC/TC and non-profit and faith-based organizations, unions, parent and youth groups, and local representatives
Serve as the lead team member and advocate for the involvement of students, families, and local community members in EEAPs stakeholder engagement activities
Identify, monitor, and track the community-based educational equity and advocacy activities taking place in NYC with a focus on its implications for EEAP
Build and develop relationships with members and leaders of educational equity and advocacy efforts in NYC
Conduct outreach, base building training, education, and leadership development in support of the community engagement plan and strategy for EEAP Plan.
Implement community convenings and forums related to EEAP
Coordinate the delivery of BERCs community engagement and capacity-building strategy in collaboration with BERC team members
Plan and execute events to engage community members in the implementation of the Black studies curriculum
Maintain an up-to-date database and listserv of education advocacy organizations in NYC
Assist BERC Research and Evaluation team to identify participants and volunteers for community-engaged research projects
Develop and review communications from BERC to ensure messaging is culturally relevant and accessible to community stakeholders and constituents
Communicate regularly with internal and external networks through in-person meeting presentations, newsletters, reports, blogs, podcasts, etc.