Community Relations Coordinator, PT, FTE 0.50

KANZA MENTAL HEALTH AND GUIDANCE CENTER INC•Hiawatha, KS

2d•$23 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The Community Relations Coordinator supports Kanza’s mission by strengthening community relationships, expanding organizational visibility, and coordinating fundraising and philanthropic activities. The role focuses on community engagement and partnership development, marketing and communications, and Foundation fundraising support, including events, donor relations, sponsorships, and grant opportunity coordination. The Coordinator works collaboratively with the CEO, Foundation Board, and organizational leadership to build awareness of Kanza’s services, cultivate community and philanthropic partnerships, and communicate the organization’s impact. The CEO and Foundation Board retain responsibility for fundraising strategy, major donor solicitation as assigned, and significant philanthropic decisions. The position is based at Kanza’s Hiawatha main office and includes travel throughout the organization’s service area. Occasional evening or weekend participation may be needed for events and community activities. This is a regular, part-time, hourly, non-exempt, at-will position. The posted pay range is $22.95–$31.05 per hour; actual starting wage is determined based on factors including education, relevant experience, qualifications, internal equity, and organizational compensation guidelines. The Coordinator carries out approved fundraising support, community engagement, and marketing activities within established priorities, budgets, and policies. The role may recommend opportunities for leadership consideration but does not independently establish organizational or Foundation strategy, commit Kanza to contractual or financial obligations, authorize spending beyond delegated authority, or assume the governance responsibilities of the Foundation Board or CEO. Duties may be adjusted based on organizational needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to build positive relationships and represent Kanza professionally.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-through.
Ability to coordinate multiple projects, events, and deadlines.
Proficiency with common office software and digital communication tools.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow organizational policies.
Ability to travel throughout Kanza’s service area and occasionally participate in evening or weekend activities.

Nice To Haves

Experience in fundraising, nonprofit development, marketing, communications, public relations, community engagement, event coordination, or grant writing.
Experience cultivating community partnerships or coordinating donor and sponsor relationships.
Experience with social media, digital marketing, content development, or promotional materials.
Experience in nonprofit, healthcare, behavioral health, or community-based organizations.
Relevant education or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Coordinate Foundation fundraising events, campaigns, sponsorships, and related activities with the CEO and Foundation Board.
Build and maintain relationships with donors, businesses, civic organizations, community partners, and potential philanthropic supporters.
Coordinate donor communications, acknowledgments, stewardship activities, and donor and sponsor recognition.
Identify potential fundraising, sponsorship, and community investment opportunities and communicate them to leadership.
Assist with fundraising materials, event promotions, donor communications, and information demonstrating the impact of philanthropic support.
Research grant and funding opportunities aligned with Kanza’s mission and priorities; assist with proposal development, application coordination, and reporting follow-up as assigned.
Coordinate event logistics, volunteers, community participation, and follow-up activities.
Develop and maintain relationships with community organizations, schools, employers, healthcare providers, civic groups, businesses, and other stakeholders.
Represent Kanza at community meetings, networking activities, educational presentations, health fairs, and public events.
Coordinate outreach that increases awareness of behavioral health needs, available services, prevention, recovery, and mental health education.
Identify opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships, community collaboration, and increased organizational visibility.
Collaborate with program leaders to ensure outreach materials accurately reflect Kanza’s services and referral processes.
Maintain community contact information and track engagement activities, commitments, and follow-up needs.
Coordinate and implement marketing and communications activities aligned with Kanza’s mission, services, and organizational priorities.
Develop and coordinate content for social media, website updates, newsletters, print materials, public announcements, and other communication channels.
Promote Kanza’s services, community partnerships, accomplishments, events, and behavioral health education initiatives.
Maintain consistent organizational branding and messaging across communications.
Coordinate marketing materials, vendors, photography, printing, and other resources as needed.
Collaborate with leadership and staff to identify communication needs and share accurate, timely information.
Ensure external communications protect client confidentiality and comply with organizational policies.
Maintain calendars, contact records, event plans, marketing activities, and funding opportunity deadlines.
Coordinate assigned projects, timelines, vendors, volunteers, and resources within approved budgets and delegated authority.
Provide periodic updates to the CEO and appropriate Foundation representatives regarding activities, opportunities, and outcomes.
Perform other related duties consistent with the position’s purpose and organizational priorities.