AANHPI Community Outreach Coordinator - Local Partnerships

Project: Leadership Convention by NAAAP

Organization: NAAAP (National Association of Asian American Professionals)

Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Work Hours: Flexible

Work Timeframe: February 15, 2026 - July 31, 2026

Commitment: Part-time (volunteer)

About Us

We are an Asian American nonprofit professional organization dedicated to uplifting our communities through education, advocacy, cultural celebration, and leadership development. Each year, we host a 500+ attendee convention that brings together professionals, community leaders, artists, entrepreneurs, students, and allies to share stories, build connections, and inspire collective action.

Overview of Role

We are seeking a motivated and outgoing volunteer to support our upcoming Asian-American Professional Conference in Philadelphia by building relationships with local restaurants, cafes, and businesses. This individual will play a key role in securing discounts, sponsorships, and promotional partnerships that enhance the attendee experience and strengthen community engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify local restaurants, cafes, retailers, and service providers aligned with our audience.
• Conduct outreach via email, phone, and in-person visits to request discounts, promotional deals, or sponsorship contributions.
• Clearly communicate the conference mission, audience demographics, and partnership benefits.
• Track outreach efforts and responses in a shared document or CRM.
• Coordinate details of agreed-upon promotions (e.g., discount codes, flyers, gift cards, sponsored items).
• Maintain professional and positive relationships with business partners.
• Collaborate with the conference planning team to ensure partnerships are properly promoted.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable with cold outreach (email, phone, in-person).
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Professional, courteous, and enthusiastic.
• Familiarity with the Philadelphia business community is a plus.
• Interest in supporting Asian-American professional development and community initiatives.

Time Commitment

• Approximately 5-10 hours per week (flexible schedule).
• Commitment through July 20, 2026.

Benefits

• Networking opportunities with local business leaders and conference attendees.
• Recognition in conference materials (if desired).
• Hands-on experience in community engagement, partnerships, and event planning.
• Letter of recommendation upon successful completion (if applicable).