Event Planning Volunteer

Join our Community Engagement Specialist to support the planning of outreach events! This volunteer opportunity will begin in late spring/early summer and can last through the summer and/or fall.

Hours:

• 8- 15 hours per week
• 1-3 shifts in office per week
• Hours are flexible
• *This position may be in person or hybrid

Volunteer Responsibilities:

• Work directly with the Community Engagement Coordinator to support outreach partnerships and events.
• Work with Community Engagement Coordinator to source and contact local organizations and sponsors
• Collaborate with other community organizations to create action plan and event preparation.
• Support the development and implementation of community mobilization initiatives through relationship building, community analysis, and intentional outreach.
• Communicate professionally with current community partners and build connections with new community partners.
• Create flyers and outreach material to promote event.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.

Learning outcomes:

• Will develop understanding of outreach and community mobilization initiatives.
• Will learn how to develop a communication strategy through social media.
• Will have the opportunity to observe, interact, and network with nonprofit partners and community organizations.

Requirements and Details:

• Access to transportation is required to get to Waltham office and community relationship building meetings

Skills or other requirements:

• Communication, strong interpersonal skills, organized, time management understanding of Canva and social media accounts, strong sense of self-care 
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly preferable