Company Description:
The Engage Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting marginalized and racialized young people through civic engagement. Our aim is to foster a generation of well-informed, engaged, and empowered young Canadians who actively take part in community initiatives, contribute to positive changes, and advance equity. We emphasize connecting youth with community leaders, fostering meaningful discussions, and providing them with the tools for effective community involvement.
Role Description:
The Engage Foundation is seeking a dynamic and community-oriented Outreach Specialist to join our team. The Outreach Specialist will play a central role in expanding our network, deepening relationships with youth and community partners, and amplifying participation in our programs and advocacy efforts. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about building connections, facilitating inclusive engagement, and advancing social change through grassroots and strategic outreach.
Responsibilities:
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Lead Community and Partner Engagement:
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Identify, build, and maintain relationships with youth groups, community organizations, schools, and advocacy networks.
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Represent the Engage Foundation at events, meetings, and community spaces to raise awareness of our work and opportunities.
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Serve as the primary point of contact for outreach partners, ensuring clear communication and ongoing collaboration.
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Drive Program Recruitment and Participation:
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Develop and implement targeted outreach plans to recruit diverse youth for programs and events.
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Collaborate with the communications team to co-create outreach materials that are engaging, accessible, and reflective of our mission.
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Monitor and report on recruitment outcomes and adapt strategies to ensure equitable participation.
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Support Community-Based Events and Activations:
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Help plan and execute community outreach events, info sessions, and grassroots campaigns (both virtual and in-person).
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Coordinate logistics, communications, and partner roles to ensure seamless and impactful events.
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Collect feedback and insights from participants and community members to inform future engagement strategies.
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Qualifications:
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Demonstrated experience in community engagement, grassroots organizing, or outreach work, ideally with youth or equity-seeking communities.
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and collaborate across diverse groups.
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Strong project coordination skills with attention to detail and timelines.
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Comfort working independently and in team-based environments.
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Knowledge of community-based and participatory engagement practices.
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Familiarity with outreach tools such as email platforms, contact databases, and basic design tools (e.g., Canva).
Benefits:
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Opportunity to make a meaningful impact and contribute to a worthy cause.
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Gain valuable experience in communications and social media management.
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Work remotely and set your own schedule, with flexibility to accommodate other commitments.
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Join a passionate and supportive team dedicated to making a difference in the world.
How to Apply:
To apply for this volunteer position, please submit your resume outlining your relevant experience. Applications can be submitted on our website on https://www.engagefdn.com/careers. We look forward to hearing from you!
The Engage Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.