Outreach and Engagement Specialist, The Sorensen Institute for Political Leadership

University of Virginia • VA

107d • $45,000 - $48,000

About The Position

The Sorensen Institute for Political Leadership and the Virginia Institute of Government (VIG) seek applications for an Outreach and Engagement Specialist to join their teams within the Weldon Cooper Center at the University of Virginia. This is an entry-level position with room for growth and an opportunity for building skills. The role of the Outreach and Engagement Specialist will evolve over time, but basic elements will include engaging effectively with stakeholders who contribute to the financial and programmatic success of Sorensen and VIG. These include alumni networks, potential event attendees, and organizations/individuals that support Sorensen and VIG financially or by sending/referring employees to Sorensen or VIG leadership programs. The Sorensen Institute for Political Leadership was founded in 1993 to bring together individuals with a passion for civic engagement and public service who have a wide variety of viewpoints and backgrounds but want to work together for the common good. Our non-partisan educational mission is to develop leaders who can strengthen and enhance the quality of government, politics, and civil society at all levels throughout Virginia. The mission of the Virginia Institute of Government is to build the capacity of local government staff and leaders from across the country to develop the skills necessary for effective, high-performing, and inclusive local government. VIG pursues its mission through various leadership programs, consultations, and other services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• At least two years of experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong relationship-building skills and an ability to work and communicate with diverse individuals and organizations.
• Keen attention to detail with excellent organizational, writing, editing, planning, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to adjust priorities and manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines.
• Work independently to creatively solve problems within a fast-paced environment.
• Uphold ethical standards and maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment and discretion.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in civic engagement, governing, politics, and adult education.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with Sorensen and VIG alumni and other stakeholders.
• Provide meaningful opportunities for alumni engagement through programming, events, and volunteer activities.
• Help implement programming and events of interest to alumni and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate volunteer opportunities for alumni.
• Support and coordinate the activities of Sorensen's Alumni Council.
• Assist the Sorensen and VIG Director in identifying programming and events of interest to alumni and other stakeholders.
• Promote Sorensen's and VIG's missions and vision with relevant individuals, organizations, and communities.
• Identify alumni accomplishments and share their Sorensen/VIG experiences in collaboration with the Cooper Center.
• Develop and manage communications with alumni and stakeholders about Sorensen's and VIG's activities and opportunities, including social media campaigns, newsletters, and website updates.
• Share information with alumni and other stakeholders about opportunities to participate in, refer candidates to, and financially support Sorensen and VIG programs.
• Organize and maintain Sorensen and VIG alumni information and records.
• Participate in daily staff meetings (primarily via Zoom) to coordinate assignments.

Benefits

• Exempt-level, benefited position.
• Opportunity for growth and skill building.
• Access to UVA Benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree