Director of Community Outreach and Engagement

Organization’s Purpose:

The purpose of Safe Haven Space is to provide refugee students access to mental health education, programs, and services.

The business and affairs of Safe Haven Space are managed by its Board of Directors, who oversee the organization's properties and funds, except as otherwise provided by the nonprofit corporation law of the Commonwealth of Virginia, the organization’s Articles of Incorporation, or its Bylaws. The Board is entrusted with two primary duties: the Duty of Care and the Duty of Loyalty. The Duty of Care requires board members to act in good faith, with the care an ordinarily prudent person in a similar position would exercise under comparable circumstances, and in a manner believed to be in the best interests of the organization. The Duty of Loyalty mandates that board members prioritize the organization’s best interests above personal gains, barring any self-dealing unless fully disclosed to the board and clearly beneficial to the organization.

Board Member Description:

The Board of Directors is responsible for guiding the organization, fundraising, and ensuring the nonprofit has the necessary resources. This may involve attending networking events and forming valuable connections. Members are also responsible for oversight, insight, and foresight of the corporation. Board members will serve as volunteers without compensation.

Time Frame

Each board member shall serve a one to two-year term.

Meeting Time and Communication Expectations:

Board meetings will be held monthly, with general meetings every two weeks.

Director of Community Outreach and Engagement

The Director of Community Outreach and Engagement will play a critical role in our organization's success by developing and implementing a comprehensive communications and outreach strategy that aligns with our strategic plan. They will be responsible for managing all operational aspects of our community outreach programs and services, as well as cultivating relationships with key stakeholders to support our mission, as well as community outreach and engagement. This position will be working with the Executive Director/CEO and Board members

Position Responsibilities

• Design, create, and maintain a favorable public image or raise awareness for their organization
• Nurturing new and old relationships with collaborative partners.
• Plan, direct, or coordinate activities to solicit and maintain funds for special projects or nonprofit organizations.
• Create and Maintain a calendar of outreach activities, including community events, workshops, appearances, and other communication opportunities.
• Preparing an annual budget for community outreach activities.
• Develop and execute programs that engage the community in support of an organization’s mission
• Manage a committee of community outreach members to ensure that programs are carried out successfully
• Act as a liaison between community members and government agencies to address concerns about public services
• Work with a research team to conduct research on community issues to identify needs in specific areas of mental health and refugee
• Build relationships with participants, community members, Mental Health providers, and Interpreters
• Assist with putting together a network of mental health professionals for future programs

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, business, or related fields.
• Preferred experience within non-profit fundraising or outreach activities.
• Outstanding written communication and presentation skills.
• Strong experience preparing reports.
• Friendly, enthusiastic, and positive attitude.
• Strong knowledge of social media and other basic marketing platforms.
• Detail-orientated with the ability to manage multiple projects at a time