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Flexible Schedule
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Virtual Opportunity
Position Overview: Community Hero Action Group is looking for passionate and community-focused individuals to serve as Community Outreach Volunteers. In this role, you will help build relationships with local residents, organizations, and businesses to promote CHAG’s programs and initiatives. Your work will play a vital role in raising awareness of health disparities, civic engagement, and community empowerment efforts. Volunteers must reside in or have a deep knowledge of the Greater Philadelphia area to effectively connect with our target population. Key Responsibilities: Community Engagement: Engage with local residents and organizations to promote CHAG’s services, events, and volunteer opportunities. Outreach Activities: Distribute flyers, attend community meetings, health fairs, and local events to spread awareness of CHAG’s mission. Resource Connection: Act as a liaison between the community and CHAG, identifying local resources that can benefit the populations we serve. Partnership Building: Help establish relationships with local businesses, schools, faith-based organizations, and other key stakeholders to support CHAG’s initiatives. Civic Engagement Promotion: Assist in educating community members about civic engagement opportunities, such as voter registration, local government participation, and community advocacy. Qualifications: Must live in or be intimately familiar with the Greater Philadelphia area (Philadelphia and surrounding counties). Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and build rapport with diverse communities. Passion for public health, social justice, and civic engagement. Previous experience in community outreach, public health, or social services is a plus. Self-motivated, organized, and dependable. Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends for events. Time Commitment: Flexible hours depending on outreach efforts and events. Volunteers are encouraged to commit to at least 5-10 hours per month. Benefits: Play an essential role in improving health outcomes and civic engagement in underserved communities. Gain valuable experience in grassroots community organizing, public health advocacy, and nonprofit work. Network with local leaders, organizations, and professionals in the Greater Philadelphia area. Receive recognition through certificates and letters of recommendation (if needed). How to Apply: To apply, please complete our volunteer application form .
Date Posted: 2024-09-08
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2024-09-08
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2025-05-10
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Volunteer must live in US. We do not provide tickets or assistance with Visas. Thank you. Event Overview: The PA Black Health Matters Conference & Community Health Festival is an annual event that addresses health disparities affecting African American communities across Pennsylvania. In preparation for this significant event, the Community Hero Action Group (CHAG) is seeking volunteers to assist with the critical behind-the-scenes work leading up to the conference. Volunteers will play a key role in helping ensure a smooth and successful event by supporting various pre-event tasks. Volunteer Roles Available (Pre-Event Support): There are many ways to support the PA Black Health Matters Conference before the event. Whether you prefer logistical tasks, outreach, or planning, there’s a role for you: Outreach & Promotion: Help raise awareness about the event by distributing flyers, contacting local organizations, and engaging with community groups. Assist with social media promotion, sharing event updates on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Skills Needed: Good communication, familiarity with social media, and community connections. Vendor & Partner Coordination: Assist in managing communication with vendors, exhibitors, and health professionals. Help confirm attendance, manage contracts, and coordinate logistical needs for booth setup and participation at the event. Skills Needed: Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience in vendor management (a plus). Logistics & Supplies Management: Help secure, organize, and manage event materials and supplies such as registration forms, signage, health screening equipment, promotional items, and giveaways. Assist in coordinating deliveries and ensuring everything is in place for event day. Skills Needed: Organization, attention to detail, and comfort with handling logistical tasks. Volunteer Recruitment & Coordination: Assist with recruiting and coordinating volunteers for the event. This includes creating volunteer schedules, assigning roles, and sending out pre-event communications and training materials. Skills Needed: People management, scheduling, and communication skills. Speaker & Workshop Support: Assist in coordinating with guest speakers and workshop leaders, including managing correspondence, gathering presentation materials, and ensuring they have everything needed for their sessions. Skills Needed: Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail. Sponsorship & Donation Coordination: Help identify potential sponsors and partners who may be interested in supporting the event through financial contributions, in-kind donations, or resources. Work with the fundraising team to create outreach materials and proposals. Skills Needed: Fundraising experience (preferred), strong communication, and research skills. Community Health Fair Planning: Assist in planning activities and logistics for the community health fair portion of the event, including coordinating health screenings, entertainment, food vendors, and interactive stations. Skills Needed: Event planning experience (preferred), multitasking, and creativity. Content Creation & Design: Help create promotional content for the event, including designing flyers, social media graphics, and newsletters. Assist with crafting blog posts, email campaigns, and updates to the event website. Skills Needed: Graphic design (preferred), writing, and creativity. Time Commitment: Pre-event roles have flexible schedules, with most tasks needing completion 2-4 weeks before the event. Volunteers are encouraged to commit at least 5-10 hours per week, depending on their availability and the role. Why Volunteer for Event Preparation? Contribute to a transformative community event that addresses public health challenges and empowers local residents. Gain valuable experience in event planning, community outreach, and nonprofit operations. Collaborate with a team of passionate individuals and network with community leaders and health professionals. Receive a certificate of volunteerism, letters of recommendation, and recognition for your contributions.
Date Posted: 2024-09-08
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Flexible Schedule
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Virtual Opportunity
What does a Social Media Manager do at Community Hero Action Group? Community Hero’s Social Media Managers will work as a part of our team to cultivate a social media following for the CHAG and promote the non-profit’s brand. Social media coordinators will use posts, comments and replies to engage with our audience and develop a relatable company voice. They will also monitor online posts of similar businesses and mention partner companies events on our social media platforms. With this role, we aim to increase awareness of CHAG so that we can bolster the public’s utilization of our efforts and share positive testimonials with our current following to strengthen community relationships. A Social Media Coordinator is a streamlined role that studies which aspects of CHAG campaigns result in the highest engagement and conversions. They also monitor online posts that mention the company so they can mediate the impact of negative reviews and share positive testimonials with their current following to strengthen community relationships. Social Media Coordinator skills and qualifications: The ideal applicant for this position has suitable skills, including: Social media: The ability to use social media platforms (Facebook/FB Live, Twitter, etc.) to maintain CHAG’s brand awareness is necessary. To regularly post text/splash drop videos/images from the organization’s outreach events to our platforms, to follow ongoing conversations across CHAG’s social media accounts and report any concerning feedback on them to us. Communication: Great verbal and written communication skills are essential for this occupation. As good communicators, these professionals must identify social media events such as an interesting hashtag or a sensitive topic and share appropriate content that aligns with the company’s social media strategy. Lastly, they must efficiently communicate their findings and posts to senior personnel. Creativity: Crafting engaging content is an important skill for the position. Technology: Computer literacy, ease with using social media platforms, and familiarity with analytical software tools that analyze social media consumption are preferred qualities for this position. Time management: The skill of organizing tasks according to schedule to meet deadlines is essential for this professional role. Preference given to those that have lived in or currently live in the Greater Philadelphia area. Need three (3) teams of two (2) individuals to work in the three areas of focus: health, wealth, and civic engagement.
Date Posted: 2024-09-08
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Flexible Schedule
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Position Title: Junior Producer Show: Her Health Matters Radio Show Organization: Community Hero Action Group Location: Philadelphia, PA (Remote opportunities available) Reports to: Show Host and Senior Producer Volunteer must live in the U.S. and preferably be familiar with the Philadelphia or greater Philadelphia area. Position Overview: Community Hero Action Group is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Junior Producer to assist with the production of the Her Health Matters Radio Show. This show, hosted by Dr. Safiyya Shabazz, focuses on important health topics affecting women and the broader community. The Junior Producer will play a key role in supporting the production process, ensuring smooth operations of each episode, and contributing to the overall success of the show. Key Responsibilities: Show Preparation: Assist with researching and selecting relevant health topics and guests for the show. Help gather and organize information needed for each episode. Guest Coordination: Manage communication with guests, including scheduling interviews, preparing briefing materials, and ensuring all necessary arrangements are in place. Production Support: Assist with recording and editing audio content. Help with technical aspects of the show, including sound quality checks and equipment setup. Content Management: Help create and manage show notes, episode summaries, and promotional materials. Ensure all content is accurately reflected on the show’s website and social media platforms. Promotion & Marketing: Support the promotion of episodes through social media, email newsletters, and other channels. Assist with tracking listener feedback and engagement metrics. Administrative Tasks: Help with maintaining production schedules, managing episode archives, and coordinating with team members to ensure deadlines are met. Qualifications: Interest in Media Production: A strong interest in radio production, media, and health topics. Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Technical Skills: Familiarity with audio editing software (e.g., Audacity, Adobe Audition) and basic knowledge of radio production equipment. Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills. Comfortable interacting with guests, listeners, and team members. Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively with the show’s host, senior producer, and other team members. Experience: Previous experience in media production, radio, or podcasting is a plus but not required. Time Commitment: Flexible hours, approximately 2 hours per week. Some tasks can be completed remotely, but occasional in-person meetings or recording sessions may be required. Benefits: Gain Experience: Develop hands-on experience in radio production and media management. Professional Development: Opportunity to learn from industry professionals and build a network within the media and health sectors. Impact: Contribute to a show that educates and empowers listeners on important health issues. Recognition: Receive acknowledgment for your contributions to the show and opportunities for professional growth.
Date Posted: 2024-09-08
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Flexible Schedule
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Virtual Opportunity
Position Title: Website Support Volunteer Organization: Community Hero Action Group Location: Philadelphia, PA (Remote opportunities available) Reports to: IT Manager / Web Coordinator Must live in US. Position Overview: Community Hero Action Group is seeking a dedicated Website Support Volunteer to assist with maintaining and enhancing our organization's website, communityheropa.org. This role is crucial in ensuring that our site remains up-to-date, functional, and user-friendly. The Website Support Volunteer will work closely with our IT Manager and Web Coordinator to provide technical support, update content, and troubleshoot issues. Key Responsibilities: Content Updates: Assist with updating website content, including text, images, and multimedia. Ensure that information is current, accurate, and aligns with the organization’s goals. Technical Support: Provide troubleshooting support for website issues, including broken links, loading errors, and other technical problems. Work with our IT team to resolve issues efficiently. Website Monitoring: Regularly monitor website performance, including page load times, security issues, and user experience. Report any problems or areas for improvement. User Experience: Assist in optimizing the website’s user interface and user experience to ensure it is accessible and easy to navigate for all users. Backup & Maintenance: Help with regular website backups, updates to plugins or themes, and overall site maintenance to ensure reliability and security. Analytics: Assist with tracking and analyzing website traffic and user behavior using tools like Google Analytics. Provide insights and recommendations based on data. Content Management: Support in managing website content through a content management system (CMS) like WordPress, including creating and editing pages, posts, and other elements. Qualifications: Technical Skills: Basic knowledge of website maintenance and troubleshooting. Familiarity with content management systems (e.g., WordPress) and web development languages (e.g., HTML, CSS) is a plus. Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve technical issues and ensure content accuracy. Communication: Good communication skills for coordinating with the IT Manager and Web Coordinator. Ability to clearly document and report issues and solutions. Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing website issues. Experience: Previous experience in website support, IT, or related fields is a plus but not required. Time Commitment: Flexible hours, approximately 2 hours per week. Tasks can be completed remotely, but occasional virtual meetings may be required. Benefits: Gain Experience: Develop practical skills in website maintenance and support. Professional Development: Opportunity to work with a nonprofit organization and gain experience in IT and web management. Impact: Contribute to the success of an organization dedicated to improving community health and engagement. Recognition: Receive acknowledgment for your contributions and the opportunity for a letter of recommendation.
Date Posted: 2024-09-08
