Marketing & Outreach Manager (Board Member Position) - Empowering young dual-language learners

About Vecinos Unidos

Vecinos Unidos makes a difference in the lives of students in grades 1-6 through homework assistance and summer enrichment programs-and we’ve been doing so since 1997! We provide free academic assistance and enrichment to elementary students who come from non-English speaking homes and have fallen behind their peers. With our caring volunteers to guide them, students experience improved academic success and greater confidence in their ability to learn and achieve.

About the Role

Vecinos Unidos is seeking a creative, organized, and enthusiastic Community Outreach Manager to lead our marketing, social media presence, and community engagement efforts while working directly with our students. This unique board role combines digital storytelling and grassroots partner development with hands-on youth mentorship in our Academic Assistance Program. It is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a marketing portfolio, gain governance experience, and make a tangible impact in the Herndon community.

Responsibilities

• Lead our social media, digital marketing, and content creation efforts to raise awareness and recruit volunteers.
• Volunteer during our Academic Assistance Program at least one afternoon each week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and/or Thursday, 4:00–6:30 p.m.).
• Build and maintain partnerships with local organizations in the Herndon community.
• Attend and actively contribute to monthly (virtual) board meetings.
• Participate in board discussions, strategic planning, and organizational decisions.
• Serve as an ambassador for Vecinos Unidos in the community and at local outreach events.

What We're Looking For

Required:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Availability to volunteer one to three afternoons per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and/or Thursday, 4:00–6:30 p.m.).
• Ability to attend one virtual Board of Directors meeting each month.
• Ability to serve a renewable board term.
• Dependable, collaborative, and comfortable taking initiative.
• Complete a successful background check.

Preferred (Not Required):

• Experience with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn) or basic graphic design tools (like Canva).
• Experience working with children, youth programs, volunteers, or nonprofit organizations.
• Leadership, marketing, mentoring, or project coordination experience.

No previous board experience or Spanish language skills are required. We provide orientation and support to help new board members understand their responsibilities and become successful contributors.

What You'll Gain

• The opportunity to make a lasting difference in students’ educational success through direct classroom mentorship.
• Hands-on experience in nonprofit marketing, content strategy, and community organizing.
• Leadership experience in both the classroom and nonprofit governance.
• Experience with strategic planning and nonprofit decision-making.
• A chance to work alongside a dedicated and diverse team of volunteers.