Outreach Coordinator

Outreach Coordinator – EmpowHERto

Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
 Reports to: Stem and Wellness Lead
 Employment Type: 10 hours/week volunteer/intern

Position Overview

The Outreach Coordinator is responsible for developing and executing community engagement strategies that increase awareness of EmpowHERto’s programs and services. This role involves conducting school visits, managing tabling events, building partnerships with community organizations, and supporting youth recruitment efforts. The ideal candidate is personable, organized, and passionate about youth empowerment.

Key Responsibilities

Community Outreach & Engagement

• Represent EmpowHERto at schools, community centers, youth organizations, events, and tabling activations.
  
   
• Schedule, coordinate, and execute weekly outreach visits and presentations to recruit program participants.
  
   
• Build strong relationships with guidance counselors, teachers, youth workers, and other community partners.
  
   
• Maintain an outreach calendar and track all engagement activities.
  
   

Program Recruitment

• Present EmpowHERto programming to teens and parents in a compelling and culturally relevant way.
  
   
• Develop and distribute outreach materials (flyers, sign-up sheets, QR codes, digital content).
  
   
• Track enrollment numbers and support teams in reaching recruitment targets for all departments (STEM, Wellness, Finance, Leadership).
  
   

Partnership Development

• Identify and cultivate new partnerships with schools, nonprofits, clubs, faith-based organizations, and community groups.
  
   
• Assist with coordinating collaborative workshops, events, or community initiatives.
  
   

Event Coordination

• Assist the Leadsr with planning, staffing, and organizing outreach events.
  
   
• Set up and tear down tables, displays, and promotional materials at community events.
  
   
• Provide event reports and feedback for continuous improvement.
  
   

Marketing & Communications Support

• Capture photos, short videos, and testimonials during outreach activities for social media usage.
  
   
• Provide weekly updates on outreach impact to the Communications Director.
  
   
• Support brand visibility by distributing posters, flyers, and digital materials throughout the community.
  
   

Administrative & Reporting

• Maintain detailed records of contacts, outreach outcomes, school connections, and sign-ups.
  
   
• Prepare weekly and monthly outreach summaries.
  
   
• Ensure all data is entered into internal systems accurately.
  
   

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in community outreach, youth programming, recruitment, or related fields (nonprofit experience preferred).
  
   
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills.
  
   
• Comfortable engaging with teens, parents, educators, and community stakeholders.
  
   
• Highly organized, reliable, and self-motivated.
  
   
• Ability to work in fast-paced environments; comfortable traveling locally.
  
   
• Must pass a background check (standard for youth-serving organizations).
  
   
• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
  
   

Preferred Skills

• Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Creole) is an asset.
  
   
• Familiarity with communities in Fort Lauderdale / Broward County.
  
   
• Experience in youth development, DEI work, or community-based nonprofits.
  
   
• Ability to create social media content (basic phone-level skills).
  
   

What We Offer

• Mission-driven work that directly impacts young girls and families.
  
   
• A collaborative, supportive, and culturally rooted team environment.
  
   
• Professional development opportunities in youth engagement and nonprofit leadership.
  
   
• Flexible work schedule with meaningful community-based work.