Community Engagement Specialist-Daniel Memorial
Categories Communications Officer, Development Officer, Programs/Events Staff
Expires Oct 31, 2025
Description
The Community Engagement Specialist (CES) plays a vital role in raising awareness about all things Daniel and aims to increase participation in the organization. This position is integral to the Development Department and works closely with the entire team to coordinate signature events and various other activities that promote the agency’s mission. The CES will cultivate and maintain positive relationships with the community including donors, companies, volunteers, and Daniel staff. The CES is tasked with managing volunteer activities, all organizational drives, and often serves as the face of Daniel for donors stopping by the office with donations or those reaching out to learn more about Daniel. Additionally, the CES is responsible for overseeing the agency’s social media presence, ensuring that communication is clear, engaging, and aligned with the organization’s goals. The ideal candidate for this role must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrate a high standard of work ethic, collaboration, organization, and attention to detail. Experience with Microsoft Office or equivalent software is essential, while familiarity with Canva, OneCause and Bloomerang is preferred. This position reports to the Chief Development Officer.
Essential duties and responsibilities
Responsibilities: • Coordinate the annual Hank Haynes Golf Classic held in the spring • Coordinate the annual 1884 Giving Society Celebration held in the fall • Direct the golf committee and its volunteers • Manage the organization’s social media presence on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn • Communicate effectively with donors, volunteers, staff, and the community regarding events and other activities of Daniel • Responsible for the bi-monthly Daniel Corner e-newsletter • Manage the volunteer program at Daniel • Responsible for the various community drives held throughout the year and ensuring all In-Kind donations are processed accordingly • Recruit and manage relationships with companies hosting third-party events supporting Daniel • Represent Daniel in a positive and professional manner at community events • Provide assistance to the Development team with special projects and consistently demonstrates support as part of the team to meet departmental goals and objectives • Demonstrates good judgment in making decisions, seeks direction from supervisor as needed, and refers to agency policy and procedures for guidance with decision making • Provides prompt, courteous, and professional internal and external customer service to constituents • Consistently maintains confidentiality of all donor records • Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience • 2+ years of experience in volunteer management, social media, events or marketing/communications • Excellent verbal and written communications skills • Ability to build rapport and trust with internal and external constituents • Strong work ethic and ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines • Must have strong proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and data entry programs • Experience with Canva or other online graphic design platforms • Proficient with event software, preferably OneCause • Experience with Bloomerang or other donor management software is a plus • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Occasional evening and weekend working hours
Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience • 2+ years of experience in volunteer management, social media, events or marketing/communications
Salary/Salary Range
$20 - $24 Hourly
How to Apply
https://www.danielkids.org/about-us/careers/ Please direct any questions on this position to Dave Cognetta at dcognetta@danielkids.org