The Program Coordinator will report directly to the President/CEO while working closely on projects and activities related to event planning, community outreach, database management, and social media as needed. This position will conduct community outreach, plan and execute community meetings and support with overall grant deliverables.
About Building Healthy Communities:
We are a nonprofit organization working to advance health and racial equity in Kern through collaborative partnerships with community based organizations, community groups, residents, youth, health agencies, education institutions and other community partners.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Implement and coordinate frequent communications with community partners, residents and youth, and promotion of the Building Healthy Communities work
Attend and support with executingBHC related meetings including monthly staff meetings, where the program coordinator will play a key role in planning and identifying opportunities that will work towards the goal of advancing health and racial equity in Kern
Create flyers for special projects
Coordinate support for translation of materials
Conduct community outreach
Attend and support with coordinating and executing BHC events
Assists with compiling data for activity reporting, grant tracking progress, and grant reporting
Track BHC events and collect staff event report forms, photos, videos, PowerPoint presentations, action plans, applications, surveys, and files materials as appropriate
Maintain positive engagement with partners, residents, and youth using whole-person and growth-mindset approaches
Supports BHC-wide events as needed
Other tasks as assigned
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Proficient in Microsoft Applications
Excellent writing skills with a focus on promotion, media
Proficient knowledge and experience with social media platforms
Experience in web design and content production
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team
Organizational, project planning, and leadership skills
Exceptional interpersonal skills: ability to interact and work effectively with staff members, community leaders, board members, donors, and volunteers
Self-motivated, resourceful, and creative
Strong problem-solving skills
Required Qualifications
Must pass background check
Written and spoken proficiency in Spanish & English is a plus
Reliable transportation, driver’s license, and auto insurance
Available to work evenings and weekends
Education & Experience
Associate of Arts Degree preferred from an accredited college
Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate
2+ Years’ experience in a community outreach role preferred
Social justice advocacy experience preferred
Experience and passion for community organizing
Administrative Experience
Please send resume and cover letter to info@healthysouthkern.org.
