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Title: Director, Community Outreach and Engagement
Full-Time ∙ Exempt-Salaried ∙ Remote 

Are you ready to transform your career into a powerful catalyst for change? For almost 30  years, ZERO Prostate Cancer (ZERO) has been at the forefront of the battle against prostate cancer, providing essential support to patients and families touched by this disease. ZERO is the nation’s leading prostate cancer organization and the number one provider of prostate cancer resources, programs, and services. We are on a mission to improve and save lives from prostate cancer through advocacy, awareness, education, and support. 
 

Consistently recognized as one of the Best Nonprofits to Work for by the Nonprofit Times, we take pride in our unwavering commitment to our team and community. Our culture is founded on the principles of growth, inclusivity, and camaraderie, which we uphold with passion and purpose. Our vision is a world where prostate cancer detection is early, support is unwavering, and care is accessible to all. When you join ZERO, you become part of an extraordinary community with strong core values, where each individual motivates and inspires one another, advancing your career while making a meaningful impact in the fight against prostate cancer. Seize this opportunity to be more than just an employee—become an essential part of a movement that truly matters!

Position Summary:

The Director of Community Outreach and Engagement will play a critical leadership role in advancing ZERO Prostate Cancer’s health equity initiative, “Blitz the Barriers,” a national project aimed at reducing prostate cancer disparities in underserved and historically marginalized communities.

Reporting to the Vice President of Community Outreach and Engagement and serving as a key member of the Mission Team, this position will lead strategic community engagement efforts across multiple regions. The Director will oversee outreach programs, drive local engagement strategies, and cultivate meaningful partnerships to expand access to prostate cancer education, screening, and support services.

This role will manage a team of 2–3 direct reports responsible for executing community activations, fostering local relationships, and ensuring strong partner stewardship. The ideal candidate brings a deep commitment to health equity, strong leadership and relationship-building skills, and experience developing and managing impactful community-based initiatives.

Key Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Develop and implement comprehensive community engagement and outreach strategies aligned with the ZERO Health Equity Project goals.
• Collaborate with the Vice President to set objectives, timelines, and key performance indicators for  departmental initiatives.
• Provide strategic oversight and support to local Community Engagement Committees (CECs) in pilot and priority communities.

2. Program Management:

• Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of multi-regional community-based prostate cancer awareness and screening programs.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with diverse stakeholders across regions, including healthcare providers, community-based organizations, and volunteers.
• Work collaboratively with ZERO’s Patient Navigation and Measurement & Evaluation teams to ensure seamless national program execution and impact tracking. 

3. Partnership Development:

• Identify and cultivate partnerships with local organizations, including Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), primary care providers, safety net hospitals, and urology practices.
• Establish and maintain relationships with community-based organizations (CBOs) to expand ZERO's reach and impact.
• Seek opportunities to partner with non-traditional organizations and recruit diverse volunteers and patient support resources.

4. Community Engagement:

• Lead planning and execution of roundtables, health fairs, outreach events, and educational forums in target communities.
• Collaborate with local leaders, healthcare professionals, and community advocates to elevate awareness and encourage early prostate cancer detection.

5. Team Leadership:

• Supervise and mentor a team of up to 10 Community Engagement Managers, and volunteers.
• Foster a culture of inclusivity, cultural competence, and community-centered approach within the team.
• Provide leadership for a remote, distributed team to ensure collaboration and accountability across regions.
   

6. Data and Reporting:

• Partner with the Director of Measurement & Evaluation to collect and analyze data on program outcomes and community impact.
• Contribute to the development of white papers, reports, and presentations on project outcomes and best practices.
• Prepare regular reports on community engagement activities, challenges, and successes for leadership and stakeholders.
   

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Public Health, Community Development, Social Work, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in community engagement, public health outreach, or related field, with at least 3 years in a leadership role at a national level.
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse, underserved communities and addressing health disparities.
• Strong understanding of health equity principles and social determinants of health.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain partnerships with various stakeholders.
• Experience in program development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Proficiency in project management and data analysis.
• Experience leading remote teams and managing staff across different locations.
• National program management experience, with a demonstrated ability to lead large-scale initiatives across multiple communities.
• Passion for ZERO's mission and commitment to reducing prostate cancer disparities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience leading and launching public health programs within major metropolitan areas and states, specifically: Atlanta, Baltimore, Washington D.C., Detroit, New Orleans, and Mississippi.

Physical Requirements:

• Constant use of a computer and other office productivity equipment, such as computer printer, calculator, and copier. 
• Prolonged periods of a stationary position at least 50% of the time.
• The ability to recognize details at close range for extended periods of time.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

Salary Range: $90K - $110K
 

One of many reasons to join the ZERO team is because we offer great benefits!

• Unlimited PTO
• 403(b) retirement plan matching up to 4%
• 100% Employer-paid benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, & Long-Term Disability insurance
• FSA/HSA 

This position is based remotely and candidates may live in any area within the United States. This position will require nationwide travel, approximately 20% of the time (twice per quarter) 

ZERO Prostate Cancer is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees. We encourage BIPOC, Veterans, individuals with Disabilities and those affected by prostate cancer to apply. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. 

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing the application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Human Resources at hr@zerocancer.org.

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