Communications and Government Outreach Coordinator at FeedMore Western New York, Inc

Buffalo, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Customer Service Skills, Networking, Detail-Oriented, Innovative, Self-Starter, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving, Microsoft Office, Advocacy, Community Engagement, Outreach, Teamwork, Public Speaking, Funding Acquisition

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Description SUMMARY OF DUTIES: The Communications and Government Outreach Coordinator cultivates community relationships and partnerships, provides outreach to community organizations and partners, and networks with town, village and county governments across our four-county service area. RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage and cultivate relationships and assist with outreach efforts and community engagement; Represent FeedMore WNY at tabling events; Manage active solicitation of, planning for and coordination of speaking engagements targeted at corporations, community partners, schools and groups; Serve as an advocacy resource and coach to community partners as needed, directed and requested; Proactively seek annual municipal funding to support organization’s programs and initiatives; Assist Chief Communications Officer with outreach to state and federal officials as needed Engage staff, organizational stakeholders and community partners in support of the organization; Assist with any and all mission work as needed and requested with some or no prior notice including, but not limited to: serving as a truck spotter, helping with Farm Market/Community Garden/Freight Farms/on and off-site food distributions, preparation of meals and serving home-delivered meals; and Other duties as assigned. Requirements Bachelor’s degree or higher. Non-profit experience preferred; Excellent communication skills, both written and oral; Strong interpersonal and customer service skills as well as experience with effective networking; Detail-oriented; Innovative, self-starter who is able to work both independently and as part of a team; Ability to organize and prioritize work, be proactive, take initiative, resolve problems, follow through and simultaneously manage multiple priorities to ensure goals are met; Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook; Must have a high level of professional, ethical behavior and an ability to work well with multiple constituencies; Ability to travel as necessary to support FeedMore WNY initiatives, including a valid NYS Driver’s License and daily access to a vehicle; Ability to work evenings and weekends as necessary; and Capable of lifting 35 lbs.

Responsibilities

The Communications and Government Outreach Coordinator is responsible for cultivating community relationships and partnerships, providing outreach to community organizations, and networking with local governments. This role also involves managing speaking engagements and seeking municipal funding to support the organization's initiatives.