Director of Community Outreach & Engagement

Position: Director of Community Outreach & Engagement

Position Type: Volunteer

Location: Remote (Northern Virginia area preferred)

Reports To: Executive Director

Time Commitment: 10-15 hours / week, 1 year commitment

About Safe Haven Space:

Be a part of a growing non-profit and help us empower refugee students!

Safe Haven Space is committed to offering mental health and well-being services to refugee students and their families. Mental health has a harmful stigma prevalent in many communities around the world, especially among the refugee population. After being forced out of their original communities, it becomes harder for refugee students to function in both school and life settings without healing from the trauma they encounter before, during, and after their transition to the United States of America. We want to help them succeed in American life and make their adjustment to cultural changes easier through school programs and community engagement.

The concept behind this organization stems from personal experience. As a refugee herself, our Founder is no stranger to the stigmatization of mental health in the community. Learn more about Safe Haven Space through our website.

Position Overview:

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.

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

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, business, or related fields preferred.
• Experience in community outreach, engagement, or public relations, with at least 2-3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience in building and managing relationships with diverse community groups, organizations, and stakeholders - including school administrators.
• Strong knowledge of community development and engagement strategies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and persuasively.
• Demonstrated experience in organizing events, managing teams, and coordinating volunteers. Strong organizational and project management skills, with an ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Familiarity with digital engagement tools and social media platforms for community outreach.
• Experience with budgeting, reporting, and measuring the impact of outreach programs.
• Cultural sensitivity, empathy, and a commitment to SHS’s mission of supporting refugee youth.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should apply here.