Community Outreach & Event Coordinator/Assoc.

Kearns & West Inc•Costa Mesa, CA

5d•$41 - $55•Remote

About The Position

Kearns & West is seeking qualified Community Engagement Coordinators and Associates to provide community engagement support services on an independent contractor basis throughout the Southern California region. Engagement opportunities may range from single-day events to project-based assignments lasting several months, depending on client and project needs. Contractors are not guaranteed any minimum amount of work, hours, or future assignments. Opportunities will be offered on an as-needed basis.

Requirements

Candidates from a variety of backgrounds, including public policy, urban planning, and communications, will be considered.
An interest in collaborative problem-solving and communications is essential.
Experience conducting outreach across Southern California
Familiarity and experience with outreach techniques specifically for underserved communities
Self-motivated and comfortable working independently
An effective and reliable communicator
Adept at quickly learning key issues, FAQs, and important elements of complex projects
Ability to translate technical information for community members
Effective and competent writing skills
Availability to attend events during evenings and weekends

Nice To Haves

Preference for candidates who are fluent in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning, designing, and implementing public participation meetings
Attend planning/program and project check-in meetings with staff and/or clients
Manage logistics and planning for events
Help facilitate breakout discussions and notetaking exercises
Staff public events: organize supplies, set up, take down, and engage with members of the public in interactive exercises and discussions
Prepare notes and develop summaries of events
Assist with survey design, survey implementation, and analysis
Design informational tools, presentations, forms, fact sheets, and other materials
Write social media posts