Community Engagement Coordinator

Dwyer Workforce Development - Houston, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Houston, TX

About the position

The Community Engagement Coordinator plays a vital role in building and maintaining relationships with various community organizations and agencies to support Dwyer Workforce Development's mission. This position focuses on partnership development, project management, and community engagement to assist individuals aspiring to pursue careers in the healthcare industry, particularly benefiting seniors.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain relationships with community-based organizations, nonprofits, training and referral partners, associations, and senior care providers.
• Generate, cultivate, and maintain pipelines of prospective Dwyer Scholars.
• Act as the main point of contact for all local stakeholder relationships on behalf of DWD.
• Serve as a knowledge base for community resources and funding sources with a focus on workforce development, health & wellness, childcare, and emergency services.
• Coordinate engagement programs, activities, and meetings for DWD Scholars, partners, and providers.
• Act as a DWD liaison to the community through in-person meetings, activities, conferences, and virtual communication.
• Set community engagement goals and manage community engagement programs and events in coordination with DWD corporate team members.
• Identify potential funding sources and support grant development content for local community.
• Track activities and outcomes by maintaining robust records, data, and reporting using multiple systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Affairs, Public Relations, Planning, Communications, or related field and/or relevant experience.
• Three plus years of experience in a similar role or related work.
• Professional and/or volunteer experience in community outreach and engagement, partnership development, community resource development, advocacy, or senior care.
• Effective organizational development and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent presentation and public speaking skills.
• Knowledge of Salesforce or other CRM.
• Ability to work flexible hours, evenings, and weekends when necessary.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with a diverse population.
• Valid Driver's License and regular access to a vehicle.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in grant writing or fundraising.
• Familiarity with healthcare workforce development initiatives.