What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Liaison/ Outreach Specialist position at WECARETN?
Overview
- PART-TIME (minimum of 25 hours per week)
- $18-$20 Hr
- EXEMPT
Maintains high visibility and proactive community engagement for programs and activities of the organization in order to ensure community awareness and participation. Ensures the best utilization of resources and program services within the community. Acts as a positive representation of the organization to the community and to business partners.
Job Responsibilities
- Builds and maintains relationships with members of the community, stakeholders, business partners and other entities.
- Attend conferences with relevant content for community advocacy (HIV Training, Trans specific content, political education, professional development,etc.).
- Recruits guest lecturers and presenters for specific programs (ex. hair stylists, make-up artists, healthcare professionals, etc.).
- Organizes and coordinates educational and celebratory events that will influence public opinion or promote programs, services, or ideas of the company.
- Evaluates costs of events and programs and compares them to the goals, budget, and benefits of the organization.
- Manages the coordination of events by setting up virtual courses, distributing program materials and providing food/snacks.
- Assists with weekly marketing and promoting programs and services with flyers, email distribution lists, social media advertisements, and direct calls.
- Tabling/Outreach required
- Coordinating of HIV Testing and Services
- Other duties as necessary or assigned.
Qualifications / Skills:
- Knowledge of community services, self-advocacy, personal health and safety
- Presentation and Facilitation Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Professionalism
- Customer Focus
- Cost Analysis
Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:
- University/college degree is an asset but not required (Associates or Bachelors)
- Relevant facilitation and community advocacy experience preferred
- Previous experience with Microsoft Office software preferred
- Previous experience with virtual software programs
- Training to HIV Test
Salary : $18 - $20