Communications Outreach Specialist

Job Title:            Communications Outreach Specialist

Department:     Communications

Reports To:        Director of Communications

Location:            100% Remote, MN Candidates Preferred

Job Type:            Full-Time

FLSA Status:      Exempt

Salary:                $55,000-$60,000,  annually

The Communications Outreach Specialist opportunity is a grant-funded, 12-month role whose vital contributions to Zero Abuse Project will include providing outreach throughout Minnesota for both the Empower Me! and Smart Not Scared prevention education curriculum.   The Communications Outreach Specialist will play a pivotal role in supporting outreach and development for school administrators and staff to implement abuse prevention education material. Reporting directly to the Director of Communications, this role requires strong organizational capabilities, collaboration and public engagement/presentation skills, and adeptness in handling multiple responsibilities within a fast-paced environment that is our fully-remote, dynamic nonprofit agency.   

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the coordination and implementation of outreach to schools and community partners throughout Minnesota to implement abuse prevention education programs for Zero Abuse Project. 

• Liaison with schools and staff in collaborating with partners in Minnesota. 

• Organize awareness events, including 5K, to include Minnesota schools, community members, families/parents, collaborative partners and professionals in the field of law enforcement, social services, mental health, and other multi-disciplinary teams. 

• Support project director and prevention efforts in designing and implementing partners, safety tips, tools, and resources that are mission-based, child-centered, and effective. 

• Gather, track, and communicate outcomes, testimonials, and evaluation scores for internal and external stakeholder communications.

• Provide administrative support to the Director on functions relating to communications and outreach, events, school partnerships, curriculum, and resources.  

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a field relevant to the work of Zero Abuse Project is preferred, and a minimum of 1 year of previous professional experience in event management, coordination, community outreach/engagement or similar role. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Zoom, and basic database operations.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Ability to work autonomously and exercise sound judgment in problem-solving.

• Experience working collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Skills & Abilities needed to excel in this position:

• Strong presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.  

• Ability to operate with a high degree of autonomy, responsibility, initiative, and professionalism in a fully remote, fast-paced setting.

• Demonstrated ability to remain flexible, manage multiple priorities, and stay highly organized and detailed oriented.

• Professional presence - ability to communicate with others and collaborate respectfully and in a culturally sensitive way.

• Keen ability to listen, build productive and positive relationships, and partner with diverse coalitions,  employees and stakeholders.

What else you should know:

• Remote position with a flexible schedule; Candidates must be available during core working hours of 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. ET.

• Some travel within the state of Minnesota will be required – apprx. ~10%

To Apply: 

Resumes will be accepted now through July 29, 2024. 

Please send the below materials

• Cover letter that is customized to the requirements in the job posting

• Resume

Zero Abuse Project is committed to being a diverse and inclusive organization that promotes equity and dismantles systems of power and privilege. We know that high-performing teams include people who can share new and unique perspectives. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, especially people of color and those who identify as a member of a historically marginalized group. Zero Abuse Project is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. 

Zero Abuse offers an excellent benefits package including: health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with match, disability insurance, life insurance, annual office closures the week of July 4th and the last week of the year, and generous paid time off.