The Kidney Foundation of Greater Cincinnati Job Announcement: Outreach Coordinator

Organizational Overview:

The Kidney Foundation of Greater Cincinnati (KFGC) provides patient services, community education and research support in the Tri-State area. Our patient services and education programs and our support of cutting edge research helps save lives. You can help too. Join our committed team and make a positive impact on the health of our community!

Position Summary:

The Outreach Coordinator will coordinate community education and awareness initiatives as well as oversee our volunteer program. This position reports to the Executive Director and works closely with the Public Health Education Committee and Communications Committee. 

Our ideal candidate must have excellent interpersonal, written and public speaking skills; sound leadership ability; and strong strategic planning, organizational and program management skills. The candidate must be results oriented, demonstrate flexibility, and have the ability to handle multiple projects. Practical knowledge of Microsoft Office products, online social media (Facebook, Myspace, and Twitter) and website maintenance is desired. Bachelor’s degree in communications, education, healthcare or other related field and/or equivalent work experience (3-5 years).

Primary Responsibilities:

Community Education & Awareness

1. Work with the Executive Director and Committees to develop and implement education and awareness outreach strategy
2. Identify/coordinate/schedule community outreach activities
3. Ensure quality improvement of programs by overseeing program evaluation and reporting
4. Identify partnership opportunities for purpose of disseminating messages about kidney disease
5. Lead communications (print and media) and awareness initiatives
6. Assist with the design and content of promotional collateral (brochures, etc.)
7. Manage online social media and foundation website content
8. Liaison with the communications and education committees for all related activities

Volunteer Program

1. Manage the organization’s overall volunteer program
2. Direct recruitment, training, retention and recognition program for volunteers
3. Match volunteers to support our various programs and organization needs

Other responsibilities

1. Attend monthly board meetings and committee meetings as needed
2. Required weekend and evening hours as necessary

 

Compensation:

The position is full-time with comprehensive medical/dental/vision benefits, vacation and holiday package, 401K retirement plan and flexible work schedule and environment.

To apply:

Email or mail resume and cover letter explaining why your skills and experience are suited for this position to Brenita Brooks at Brenita@kidneycincinnati.org or 2200 Victory Parkway, Suite 510, Cincinnati, OH 45206. Please visit our website at www.kidneycincinnati.org for more information about the Kidney Foundation of Greater Cincinnati.