Community Outreach Coordinator

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Company Overview:

Book Bytes: Tales That Spark is a philanthropic initiative focused on providing free, culturally inclusive reading materials to underprivileged children in South Africa. Our mission is to ignite a love for reading and empower young minds through storytelling.

Job Summary:

We’re seeking an enthusiastic and community-focused Community Outreach Coordinator to join our team. As the Community Outreach Coordinator at Book Bytes: Tales That Spark, you will develop programs to engage the local community, build relationships with organizations and stakeholders, and promote participation in our events and initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about community engagement and has experience in fostering meaningful connections within communities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement community outreach programs that align with our mission and goals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local organizations, schools, and community stakeholders.
• Promote participation in events, workshops, and other initiatives aimed at enhancing children’s literacy.
• Coordinate and manage outreach events, ensuring they run smoothly and effectively.
• Identify opportunities for partnerships and collaborations to expand our reach within the community.
• Gather feedback from the community to continuously improve our programs and initiatives.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to effectively communicate our mission and events to the community.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of outreach efforts, making adjustments as needed.

Qualifications:

• Experience in community outreach, program development, or a related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and events simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Passion for children’s literacy, education, and making a positive impact.

Why Join Us?

• Gain valuable experience in community outreach and engagement within a mission-driven organization.
• Be part of an initiative dedicated to improving children’s literacy in South Africa.
• Opportunity to create and implement programs that have a direct impact on the community.
• Work in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Make a tangible difference in the lives of young readers.

NB: Please note that this is an unpaid, volunteer role.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role to bookbytes.project@gmail.com

Disclaimer:

Please ensure you follow the application instructions carefully.

Only submissions with both a resume (CV) and cover letter sent to the provided email will be reviewed. Applications submitted via the "I want to help" button or those that do not meet the outlined requirements will not be considered.