Outreach Leader

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Title: Outreach Leader, Volunteer

GiGi’s Playhouse NYC is an Achievement Center in New York City solely dedicated to serving the Down syndrome community. We provide therapeutic, educational, social, and creative arts programs to individuals of all ages, from birth through adulthood. We offer a supportive and nurturing environment that enables those with Down syndrome and their families, as well as expecting parents, to connect and learn from one another.

Our vision is to see a world where individuals with Down syndrome have a voice, and are accepted and embraced in their families, schools, and communities.

We can offer our programs at no cost to our participants and their families due to the generosity of our amazing donors and supporters. Please help us continue fulfilling our vision by joining our team!

Job Summary:

We are seeking a forward-thinking Outreach Leader to increase GiGi’s NYC’s visibility and build our fundraising capabilities. The Outreach Leader will promote awareness of GiGi’s NYC’s mission and programs, coordinate events, develop and disseminate marketing materials, and research grant opportunities and other fundraising opportunities.

Location: Hybrid; must be local to NYC or able to travel to NYC.

Hours: 5 hours per week

Major Responsibilities Include:

• Conduct research to identify community organizations to partner with, and networking/outreach events that we can attend to build our followship.
• Build and maintain relationships with community organizations and universities, etc.
• Expand base of families served within the Down syndrome community.
• Elevate GiGi’s NYC’s visibility and increase awareness about Down syndrome through public relations efforts; act as our ambassador at networking/outreach events.
• Develop and distribute marketing and communication materials, such as brochures, newsletters, press kits.
• Serve as the Outreach Committee Leader by recruiting other members to assist with outreach efforts including research, attending outreach events, establishing and maintaining partnerships, etc.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• A passion for research.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a focus on public relations.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Detail-
• Ability to plan and execute successful events.
• Ability to work collaboratively and professionally with key stakeholders.
• Must commit a minimum of 1 year to receive benefits.

Benefits:

• Work directly with our Board, our Development Consultant, founders, and other high-profile members of our community.
• Deepen your understanding and connection with Down syndrome community members.
• Become engaged and/or deepen your knowledge of issues affecting the Down syndrome community in a powerful and rewarding environment.

General Requirements:

All staff and volunteers are expected to be committed to the mission and values of GiGi’s Playhouse NYC, communicate authentic sensitivity to and an understanding of the Down syndrome community, have a positive attitude, and possess a willingness and ability to thrive within a unique work environment.

Submission:

All interested individuals should send their resume to nyc@gigisplayhouse.org with "Outreach Leader, Volunteer" in the subject line.