Community Engagement Coordinator (Greater Charlottesville) (10218-2026112)
LifeNet Health is dedicated to saving lives and restoring health through innovative solutions. The Community Engagement Coordinator plays a vital role in advancing the mission of donation awareness by fostering connections, delivering education, and implementing outreach strategies to engage diverse communities.
Responsibilities
- Develops and maintains strong, trust-based relationships with community organizations and leaders, donor families and recipients, volunteers, and advocacy groups
- Organizes, promotes, and attends events, workshops, and informational sessions to raise public awareness about the organization’s mission and organ/tissue donation
- Creates and distributes outreach materials like brochures, flyers, and digital content to inform the public about programs and services
- Delivers educational presentations tailored to various audiences including, but not limited to schools, multicultural organizations, faith-based organizations, healthcare organizations, and civic groups
- Translates complex donation concepts into accessible, culturally sensitive messaging that resonates with diverse populations
- Develops and implements outreach strategies, promoting programs, and educating the public
- Executes community events, campaigns, and initiatives that promote donation awareness
- Collects, tracks and analyzes community feedback, VA state registration rates, event evaluations and other pertinent metrics to improve effectiveness and strategies of outreach efforts
- Collaborates with other organizations, community leaders, and stakeholders to create partnerships and expand the reach of programs and messages about donation
- Partners with internal teams such as communications, hospital development, national donor development, and donor family advocates to align messaging and maximize awareness effectiveness
- Contributes to organizational initiatives that elevate public understanding and support for donation
Skills
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid Driver's License
- ONE (1) year – Community health and/or education, public relations or related work experience
- Team Orientation: Able to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Initiative: Able to be resourceful and work without always being directed
- Problem Solving & Analytical: Able to break down a problem, gather facts, and find a logical solution
- Time Management: Able to prioritize and manage time/workload across multiple competing priorities
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate and build relationships with all professionals at different levels within and outside the organization
- Relationship Management: Builds and sustains partnerships across organizational boundaries and functions as well as outside the organization to achieve common goals and outcomes
- Computer Skills & Technology: Proficiency with using computer programs and electronic documents. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Knowledge of social media formats Facebook, Twitter, etc
- Bachelor's Degree – Healthcare, Education, Business, Marketing, or related field
- THREE (3) years – Community health and/or education, public relations or related work experience
Benefits
- Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage- Comprehensive care that won’t break the bank.
- Profit Sharing Plan- Share in the success you help create.
- 403(b) Retirement Plan- Invest in your future with confidence.
- Paid Parental Leave- 6 weeks to bond with your newest family member.
- Corporate Sponsored Events- Celebrate milestones and build connections.
- Generous Paid Time Off- Because balance matters: + 18 vacation days (based on position, tenure, and state laws) + 9 sick days (subject to local and state regulations) + 9 holidays (7 standard + 2 floating)
- Flexible Work Program- For approved roles, how and where you perform best.
- Tuition reimbursement- We invest in your growth and education.
- Career & Leadership Development- Expand your impact and potential.
- Wellness Program- Prioritize your health with holistic resources.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)- Support for you and your household.
- Incredible teammates- Collaborate with passionate, dedicated professionals.
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