스포트라이트
Community Outreach Coordinator, Outreach Specialist, Community Engagement Manager, Public Relations Manager, Communications Director, Advocacy Coordinator, Social Impact Manager, Nonprofit Program Director, Volunteer Coordinator, Philanthropy Manager, Case Manager, Engagement Director
Every town has a population of residents and a range of organizations to serve them. These organizations often want or need to interact with the population, and may use community outreach workers to do that. So they hire Community Outreach Directors to be in charge of those operations!
Community Outreach Directors create and manage vital outreach programs to establish meaningful connections with residents, identify their needs, and provide helpful services—often to support locals who require extra help in some area of their lives.
A key aspect of community outreach is to find at-risk persons who may not know how to access assistance programs that could benefit them. Education is a crucial component of this type of work, which involves knowing about available resources then sharing the information and coordinating referrals.
- Fostering stronger, healthier, safer communities
- Driving impactful social initiatives
- Enhancing organizational reputations
- 커뮤니티 참여와 소통 장려
근무 일정
- Community Outreach Directors work full-time with a possibility of overtime, as well as work shifts during nights, weekends, or holidays. Travel in the area may be necessary.
일반적인 의무
- Conduct research and interviews to assess community needs and identify gaps in services or methods
- Evaluate the effectiveness of existing programs to avoid redundancy
- Strategize and craft tailored outreach programs, policies, and procedures
- Recruit, train, and lead volunteer and staff teams, including navigators and advocate workers
- Implement programs and solicit feedback regarding their effectiveness and problems
- Oversee or run public relations campaigns, social media outreach initiatives, and educational programs
- Build trust and establish meaningful community partnerships
- Write promotional content; review ad graphics, website posts, and social media posts
- Coordinate events and community engagement activities; coordinate with vendors, as needed
- Serve as the public face of the employer’s outreach program; travel to public events and staff information booths
- Prepare reports for stakeholders and interested third parties outlining success rates, areas for improvement, challenges, etc.
- Project expenses; manage budgets and resources
- 모금 활동을 시작하고 프로젝트에 자금을 할당하세요.
- Collaborate with other directors or managers, as necessary; meet with leaders to advocate for causes and discuss issues, outcomes, and goals
추가 책임
- Get to know peers at other organizations. Network with local event venues
- Continually evaluate program efficacy and make adjustments as needed
- Liaison with other local organizations to brainstorm
- Assist first responders or governmental agencies, as applicable
- Maintain inventory of outreach materials
소프트 스킬
- 정밀
- 능동적 인 듣기
- 적응성
- 분석
- 세부 사항에주의
- 비즈니스 통찰력
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- 문화적 인식
- 디테일 지향
- 공감
- 융통성
- 독립의
- 무결성
- 지도력
- 관리
- 동기 부여
- 객관성
- 조직
- 끈기
- 문제 해결
- 탄성
- 서비스 지향
- 사회적 지각력
- 전략적 사고
기술 능력
- 예산
- 리소스 관리
- 커뮤니티 개발 지식
- 이벤트 계획
- 프로젝트 관리
- 프로그램 영향 분석
- 소셜 미디어 관리
- 디지털 마케팅
- 커뮤니티 센터
- 교육 기관
- 환경 단체
- 재단 및 보조금 지급 기관
- 정부 기관
- 의료 시설
- International aid organizations
- 비영리 단체
- 종교 단체
- 사회 서비스 기관
Outreach professionals are expected to deeply understand and address diverse community needs. This requires empathy, adaptability, and the capacity to manage multiple projects. They must navigate complex social dynamics and maintain enthusiasm to effectively engage various local groups.
Their jobs can require long, irregular hours, including evenings and weekends. Emotional strain is not uncommon, as outreach workers frequently confront issues like social injustice or health crises.
Despite the physical and mental demands, including extensive local travel, workers can get a lot of job satisfaction from making a tangible difference in their communities!
Digital platforms such as social media apps are driving real-time outreach interactions, expanding the reach and transforming how organizations engage with communities. Virtual events and online campaigns are now helping to build and maintain stronger community connections.
Simultaneously, there’s a heightened focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion in outreach efforts. Organizations are seeking to engage underrepresented groups, ensuring services are accessible and equitable. This involves addressing cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic barriers.
Collaborations between nonprofits, businesses, government agencies, and educational institutions are increasing, allowing partners to pool resources to address complex issues like healthcare and economic development.
Community outreach workers often have a background in social activities from a young age. They might have led student clubs, volunteered locally, and been active in social justice discussions. Early involvement in these areas likely nurtured their skills in empathy, communication, and leadership, paving the way for their career in community outreach.
- Community Outreach Director jobs usually require a bachelor’s degree in a field such as public relations, social work, community development, urban studies, communications, marketing, business, or politics
- 대부분의 근로자는 초급 직급에서 시작하여 지역사회 지원, 홍보 또는 비영리 부문에서 4~6년의 업무 경험을 쌓은 후 승진을 하게 됩니다.
- Internships are a good way to get your foot in the door
- Education and training may rely on the specific mission of the employing organization
- For example, a healthcare institution may require experience working with Medicare/Medicaid
- Programs related to education may require workers with experience in K-12 education, post-secondary education, adult education, vocational training, or special education
- 회사는 업무 경험 외에도 신입 이사에게 실무 교육을 제공할 수 있습니다.
- It may be beneficial to become a Certified Grant Writer
- Optional certifications can give job applicants a boost but should be relevant to their field. Examples include:
- The National Board of Public Health Examiners’ Certified in Public Health credential—a great voluntary credential for public health professionals who do outreach work
- The National Association for Family, School, and Community Engagement’s NEA Family Engagement Micro-Credential
- 비영리 리더십 연합의 공인 비영리 전문가
- The International Association for Public Participation’s Certified Public Participation Professional
- Many workers will require a valid driver’s license and may have to pass a background check
- Look for accredited colleges offering majors in public relations, social work, community development, urban studies, communications, marketing, business, or politics
- Seek programs with internship opportunities related to community outreach
- 수업료 및 수수료 비용을 비교하여 주 내 비용과 타주 비용에 주목하세요.
- 장학금 및 재정 지원 옵션 검토
- 졸업생 졸업 및 취업 통계 확인하기
- In high school, you’ll need to study subjects like sociology and psychology
- Hone your communication skills with courses in English, writing, speech, debate, and foreign languages
- Start gaining practical experience as soon as possible! Volunteer for community service-related duties. Join social issue-focused clubs and seek internships in community organizations. Get out there and get involved!
- Become familiar with the issues and needs in your community, and the organizations that are helping to address them
- Ask to conduct informational interviews with a wide range of outreach workers. Ask questions and try to gain a holistic view of the community’s most pressing issues and challenges
- Participate in school activities where you can get experience with project management, event planning, budgeting, and collaboration
- Take opportunities to work on your leadership and management skills
- Read trade publications and online articles centered on the type of outreach you’re interested in
- Familiarize yourself with current global business news and reports, international trade laws, regulations, and ethical considerations
- Participate in relevant online forums and discussion groups. Keep comments respectful and sincere
- 이력서 및 / 또는 대학 지원서에 대한 모든 업무 및 학업 성취도를 추적하십시오.
- LinkedIn 및 기타 네트워킹 플랫폼에서 프로필 만들기
- Scan job portals like Indeed.com, Glassdoor, ZipRecruiter, Foundation List, Idealist, and other sites
- 구인 광고를 검토하고 이력서에 기재할 키워드를 찾아보세요:
- Community development
- Community engagement
- Community organizing
- 이벤트 계획
- 모금
- Grant writing
- 홍보
- Social media marketing
- Volunteer management
- Highlight volunteerism, community involvement, foreign language skills or cultural experience, and leadership experiences in your resume
- If you don’t have much experience, consider applying for an internship
- Network with members of your local community development and nonprofit sectors
- Attend job fairs (and take copies of your resume), stay connected to your professional network, and ask for leads on upcoming job openings
- 이전 교수와 감독자에게 추천서를 작성하거나 사전에 동의를 요청하여 참조로 나열하도록 요청하십시오.
- Do your research on potential employers. Learn about their services, outreach missions, and target community groups
- 인터뷰 중에 업계 동향에 대한 예리한 인식을 보여줍니다.
- Review Community Outreach resume templates and sample interview questions
- Conduct mock interviews with friends or your school’s career center to overcome shyness and practice your responses
- 면접을 위한 전문성 있는 복장
- Let your supervisor know you are interested in advancement. Offer to knock out a higher-level degree or advanced certifications that benefit the mission
- Implement successful programs that meet your employer’s goals and the community’s needs. Listen carefully to feedback, take notes, and implement changes, as needed
- Lead major projects and initiatives that will have positive impacts
- Stay focused on predetermined mission goals and deadlines, but allow for flexibility when situations change
- When presented with a new problem, take the time to find and offer tangible solutions that you can get everyone on board with
- Be passionate! If your work focuses on a particular group or issue, become a subject matter expert
- Keep your eye on local community development trends and challenges by reading the news, talking to peers, and soliciting ideas
- 존중, 존엄성, 공감, 인내심을 가지고 모든 사람을 대하세요.
- Consistently find creative ways to improve outreach through digital methods such as social media campaigns
- 전문성 개발 및 평생 교육 과정 수강에 적극적으로 참여하세요.
- Be active in professional organizations (see our list of Recommended Resources for more information)
- 규정 변경에 대한 최신 정보를 파악하여 조직이 항상 규정을 준수할 수 있도록 하세요.
웹사이트
- 미국 적십자사
- AmeriCorps
- CFRE 국제
- 자원 봉사 행정 인증위원회
- 사회 복지 교육위원회
- 연방재난관리청
- Global Alliance of Public Relations and Communication Management
- Goodwill
- 해비타트
- 국제 공공 참여 협회
- 국제 라이브 이벤트 협회
- 가입하기
- 키와니스 인터내셔널
- 메디케이드 및 메디케어
- National Alliance of Community Economic Development Association
- 가족, 학교 및 지역사회 참여를 위한 전국 협회
- 전국 사회 복지사 협회
- 전국 공중 보건 심사관 위원회
- 전국 비영리단체 협의회
- 사회사업 관리를 위한 네트워크
- 비영리 리더십 연합
- 아웃리치
- 평화 봉사단
- 국제 로타리
- 구세군
- 미국 노숙자 관련 기관 간 위원회
- 볼런티어매치
책
- A Modern Guide to Public Relations: Unveiling the Mystery of PR: Including: Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media & PR Best Practices, by Amy Rosenberg
- Days in the Lives of Social Workers: 58 Professionals Tell "Real Life" Stories From Social Work Practice, by Linda May Grobman (Editor)
- Modern-Day Strategies for Community Engagement: How to Effectively Build Bridges Between People and the Bottom Line, by Makara Rumley
- Pretreatment Guide for Homeless Outreach & Housing First: Helping Couples, Youth, and Unaccompanied Adults, by Jay S. Levy, et. al.
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