Community Manager

The Community Engagement Manager is a part-time position (20 – 25 hours/week) responsible for developing and implementing outreach strategies that connect our programs with the local community. This role will build awareness of our mission, increase public participation with our programs, and strengthen partnerships with diverse stakeholders to advance our goals.

Key Responsibilities

Community Outreach & Education (40%)

1. Develop and coordinate public outreach events, workshops, and educational programs that highlight sustainability issues and solutions.
2. Create engaging content for newsletters, brochures, digital media, and educational materials that communicate our engagement strategy and messaging.
3. Represent the organization at community events, partner meetings, and local gatherings.
4. Conduct presentations to community groups, schools, and local organizations about our sustainability initiatives.

Program Management (25%)

1. Recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers for projects, monitoring activities, and educational events.
2. Develop a community recognition program to acknowledge sustainability contributions.
3. Track engagement initiatives and impact for reporting and development.

Partnership Development (20%)

1. Identify and cultivate relationships with community organizations, local businesses, schools, and government agencies.
2. Collaborate with partners on joint projects that advance shared conservation goals.
3. Attend relevant coalition meetings and participate in community networks.

Communications & Social Media (15%)

1. Manage the organization’s social media presence and website content.
2. Develop monthly newsletters and regular updates for constituents.
3. Work with local media to secure coverage of conservation district programs and events.
4. Create compelling storytelling that highlights conservation successes and community impact.

Qualifications

Required

1. Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, education, environmental science finance, marketing, natural resources, or related fields.
2. 3+ years of experience in community outreach, development, education, program management related field.
3. Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills.
4. Strong writing abilities and experience creating outreach materials.
5. Demonstrated ability to engage diverse audiences.
6. Proficiency with social media and/or multimedia platforms and basic content creation tools.
7. Passion for community engagement, conservation, and environmental stewardship.
8. Reliable transportation for traveling to events throughout the region.

Preferred

1. Masters degree in business administration, political science, public policy, social work.
2. Knowledge of local issues and initiatives in community development, conservation, and urban agriculture.
3. Experience working with volunteers or coordinating community programs.
4. Grant writing or fundraising experience.
5. Graphic design skills.
6. Experience with Canva, WordPress, or similar content management systems.
7. Familiarity with the local community and established relationships with potential partners.

Working Conditions

Part-time, 20 – 25 hours per week with flexible scheduling. Some evening and weekend work required for community events. Combination of office work and field activities. Some physical activity required, including walking on uneven terrain during field events. Position may involve lifting up to 30 pounds of educational materials or event supplies.

About the Company

GRO Health Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting and enhancing our region’s natural resources through conservation, education, and community involvement. We work collaboratively with landowners, government agencies, and community members to implement sustainable practices that preserve our local ecosystems for future generations.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED THROUGH THE FOLLOWING: https://www.grohealthcenter.org/jobs-1