OPEN POSITION:

Community Engagement Coordinator
Made in Durham
System & Initiatives · Durham, North Carolina (Hybrid)

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About Made in Durham

Made in Durham (MID) bridges the gap between Durham’s youth and high-growth, high-paying careers. By identifying misalignments, gaps, and barriers, we strive to create pathways that transition young individuals into successful careers, empowering them and the community.

Job Summary

We seek a passionate and proactive Community Engagement Coordinator to support and manage our community partner engagement, recruitment, and awareness initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a champion of engagement, adept at coordinating with community-based organizations, stakeholders, and disengaged youth, guiding them toward credentialing pathways that promise bright futures.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Actively recruit and support prospective youth for the BULLS Academy through information sessions, follow-ups, and outreach opportunities

• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with community representatives, youth, and public interest groups

• Schedule, recruit, and manage Community Based Organizations (CBOs) and ambassadors to promote MID's awareness initiatives

• Oversee the daily operations of the BULLS Academy awareness and engagement programs

• Manage the BULLS Academy application cycle, including the selection process and finalizing eligibility

• Collaborate with the Youth Engagement Department and Durham Technical Community College to ensure optimal fit and match for academy candidates

• Attend orientation, represent MID at select meetings/events, and contribute to community engagement and staff meetings

• Track and report monthly expenses of the community engagement department

• Develop and implement strategies to enhance community engagement and recruitment

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Exceptional customer service with a responsive and inquiry-friendly approach

• High initiative, self-motivation, and the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

• Experience in project coordination from planning through evaluation

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred (or equivalent experience) in social work, community development, education, or related fields

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in community engagement, outreach, or partnership development, preferably related to disconnected youth or initiative development

• Ability to move up to 20 pounds and stand for up to 3 hours

• Flexibility to work outside regular business hours and some weekends

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, CRMs, and data management tools

Benefits:

• Competitive pay

• Flexible work hours

• Paid Parental Leave

• Annual Technology Stipend

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• 401K Retirement plan with 3% match

• 16 days observed holiday + 2 floating days

• 25 PTO days