What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Engagement Coordinator position at Nashville Soccer Club?
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Community Engagement Coordinator is responsible for executing and coordinating a robust collection of community engagement programs for Nashville Soccer Club, with a particular focus on building relationships with community and corporate partners, volunteers, and league representatives. The Community Engagement Coordinator will work with the Community Engagement Team to assist in the overall planning and coordination of Nashville SC’s match-day activities, charitable programs, and data collection efforts.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work with Community Engagement Team to plan and execute Nashville SC community programs, engagement events, and matchday activations
- Help foster and maintain the club’s presence and engagement in local schools, neighborhoods, and community organizations
- Cultivate relationships across diverse communities to provide new opportunities to support local and regional community goals
- Oversee the development and maintenance of content for Community Relations outlets
- Provide ongoing input, information, and materials (as requested) that support internal and external communication efforts about programming and opportunities
- Compile Community Impact Reports on a monthly basis and maintain data collection applicable information
- Oversee fundraising and charitable online auctions, ensuring that they are executed and fulfilled in a timely, professional manner while raising optimal funds for community partners
- Provide ancillary support for other Nashville SC projects by coordinating with and supporting colleagues as needed or requested
- Uphold Community Engagement department's mission and core values in all programs
- Special projects and assignments as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate of Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent work experience in management of related field
- A minimum of five years of related work experience
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse racial, ethnic, religious, socioeconomic and gender backgrounds
- Strong analytical writing and oral communication skills
- Ability to conduct presentations and training sessions
- Strong desire to address unique community issues and impact the lives of others
- Prior experience working in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating and ability to work under pressure, multi-task, recognize problems and find solutions
- Demonstrated skills working well with fellow staff members
- Ability to work irregular hours for an extended period of time as dictated by events and schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, management, executive leadership and event managers
- Experience with schools, neighborhoods, and community organizations in Middle Tennessee and ability to speak Spanish a plus
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.