How This Role Makes a DifferenceWe are looking for a Community Engagement Partner I, focused on fostering strong relationships with local communities to support health initiatives. This role will involve working with various local organizations and groups to build community capacity to engage in health research and develop and execute impactful community events and campaigns. This role is a local position within the Community Engagement department of Care Access, a global health research and clinical trials company.ย ย
How You'll Make An Impact- Community Eventsย
- Partner with local organizations including non-profits, faith-based organizations, community groups to schedule, coordinate, and manage between 10-12 community-based screening events per month.ย
- Prioritize community events based on deep understanding of team goals and broader organizational strategyย
- Community Program/Event Management
- Set clear and achievable goals for each program/event, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and community needs.ย
- Demonstrate strong planning abilities and effectively communicate plans and outcomes to company leadership.ย
- Establish benchmarks for successful and effective programs/events, regularly assessing and adjusting strategies to meet intended goals and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).ย
- Conduct retrospective analyses to enhance upcoming programs/services in alignment with evolving community outreach strategies.ย
- Responsible for organizing local Ambassadors and expanding the reach of the Future of Medicine program through mutually beneficial partnerships.ย
- Communication and Outreachย
- Listen to and collaborate closely with local organizations, clubs, and faith groups to plan and implement events or campaigns that are meaningful to the communities being served.ย
- Deliver clear, engaging presentations to both individuals and groups. Translate complex concepts into easily understandable terms for a general audience.
- Collaborates with internal Care Access teams to strategize and execute community engagement activities.ย
- Supports the larger clinical research team, ensuring seamless transitions for participants interested in participating in clinical trialsย
- Propose suggestions for continued community partnership initiatives based on managerial directionย
- Provides support and knowledge sharing to more junior team members on the teamย
The Expertise Required- At leastย 3-4ย years of experience managing program outreachย
- Comfortable exercising good judgement and working autonomouslyย
- The ideal candidate should be patient, empathetic, persistent, and of the utmost integrity.ย ย
- Proven ability in building andย maintainingย community partnerships.ย ย
- Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.ย ย
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously whileย maintainingย attention to detail.ย ย
- Proficiencyย in using modern technology for communication and data management.ย ย
- Multilingual is a plus, specifically Spanish speaking.ย
Certifications/Licenses, Education, and Experience
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent professional experience ย
- Professional experience in Community Development, Community Organizing, Public Health, Social Work, or related field. ย
- Experience planning an organizing events and campaigns ย
- Proven track record of autonomous project initiation and completion ย ย
- Healthcare credentialing and advanced scientific or public health education are preferred.ย
- Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License (Valid / Authorized to Drive in Canada and the US)ย
- Must have and maintain safe driving record and submit to Motor Vehicle Record Checkย
How We Work Together- Location: Remote within the United States. This role requires 100% of work to be performed in a remote office environment.
- Travel:ย This role requires up to 25% national travel requirements further explained below.
- Length of travel will depend upon study requirements, staff needs, and company initiatives. During onboarding and training, additional travel may be required.ย
- Physical demands associated with this position Include:ย
- Walking,ย Sitting,ย Lifting (up to 25lbs and overhead), Standing, andย Driving - 20% each
The expected salary range for this role is $50,000 - $80,000 USD per year for full time team members.
Benefits & Perks (US Full Time Employees)- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Company Paid Holidays
- 100% Employer paid medical, dental, and vision insurance plan options
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Bi-weekly HSA employer contribution
- Company paid Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) Retirement Plan, with Company Matchย