Community Partnership Coordinator

Mark Arts Inc.•Wichita, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Community Partnership Coordinator is responsible for planning monthly Art Together Programs, offsite community outreach efforts, Concerts on the Corner, Scholastic Art Awards, Teen Advisory Board and related events, and assisting with Youth Gallery exhibition partners. This role requires a passion for fostering meaningful connections, building partnerships across the community, and promoting art as a means of social enrichment and engagement.

Requirements

Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to relate to and engage people from all walks of life
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Project ownership & adaptability
Ability to work independently & manage deadlines
Detail oriented & organized
Ability to manage budget and issue and track invoices
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., arts administration, communications, education, etc.).
Proven experience in community outreach, partnership building, and project management.
Demonstrated understanding of youth engagement and educational programming.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement monthly community outreach efforts, including Art Together, a free family program that promotes arts education and appreciation.
Coordinate relationships with existing and new community partners, ensuring open communication, regular updates, and mutual collaboration to enhance the impact of the Art Together program.
Implement offsite programs at large community events (e.g., Autumn & Art, Juneteenth ICT) to facilitate new connections and engagement within the community.
Create a comprehensive program to engage area teens, including developing a Teen Advisory Board and supporting Youth Gallery exhibitions.
Lead the Eastern Kansas Scholastic Art Awards and Congressional Art Awards exhibitions by developing programs to engage and recognize teen artists.
Plan and execute special events such as Concerts at the Corner, Open House, and Art Market.
Order approved supplies for community outreach events.
Provide floor plans for community outreach events to the Event Rental Manager.
Maintain accurate records of community partner interactions, contracts, and outreach efforts and update database.
Regularly assess the effectiveness of community engagement initiatives, tracking key performance indicators and making data-driven recommendations for improvements.
Prepare reports and presentations for internal stakeholders, summarizing the impact of outreach efforts and highlighting opportunities for growth.
Provide quarterly updates on community partnerships that will be used to effectively communicate the value and objectives of onsite and offsite outreach activities.
Develop and track Community Outreach budget.
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including bookkeeping, marketing, education, and exhibition departments, to ensure alignment of outreach efforts with the overall organizational mission and goals.
Participate in team meetings, contribute innovative ideas, and collaborate on the development of new community engagement strategies.