Community Engagement Specialist at Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC in Homewood, Illinois

Job Description:

Beacon Hill is hiring! We have partnered with a growing non-profit in Homewood, IL in hiring a Community Engagement Specialist to start immediately. This is a contract role for 3 months.


The Community Engagement Specialist will build and strengthen relationships between the organization and the community. This role involves developing outreach strategies, coordinating events, fostering partnerships, and ensuring the organization remains connected to the people it serves.



Key Responsibilities

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  Community Outreach & Engagement
  




• Develop and implement engagement strategies to connect with diverse communities.


• Organize and attend community events, meetings, and forums to build relationships.


• Serve as the primary point of contact for community members, volunteers, and partner organizations.




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  Program Development & Support
  




• Assist in designing and facilitating community programs and initiatives.


• Gather feedback from community members to inform and improve organizational programs.


• Support fundraising, advocacy, and awareness campaigns.




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  Partnership Building
  




• Identify and establish relationships with local organizations, businesses, and community leaders.


• Collaborate with stakeholders to coordinate joint initiatives and projects.




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  Communication & Promotion
  




• Develop outreach materials, including flyers, newsletters, and social media content.


• Maintain an active presence on social media to engage and inform the community.


• Represent the organization in public settings, speaking on behalf of its mission and programs.

Qualifications & Skills

• Passion for a mission driven organization dedicated to helping children and families in the Chicagoland area.


• Bachelor's degree in communications, social work, nonprofit management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).


• 2+ years of experience in community engagement, outreach, or nonprofit work.


• Strong public speaking and interpersonal skills.


• Experience in event planning and coordination.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.


• Proficiency in social media and digital communication tools.

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.



California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.


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Company Profile:


Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.


Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.


Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com .


Benefits Information:


Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.


We look forward to working with you.


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