Director of Outreach & Programming

About the Opportunity

Summary

Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Community Relations, the Director of Outreach and Programming will develop, coordinate, administer, and evaluate community programs and special projects conducted by the Office of City & Community Engagement (CCE) at Northeastern University. In collaboration with the Community Relations and Programs Manager and other CCE staff, this position will be an active and responsible contributor to our local and campus communities by fostering collaborative relationships and partnerships that connect, educate, and engage people and organizations throughout our network. The Director of Outreach and Programming will lead CCE's programs and partnership initiatives with three focus areas: hosting residents and community groups on campus, managing small business and neighborhood association partnerships, and delivering programs and offerings open to the public, both on and off campus.

The position involves collaborating with various stakeholders and cultivating existing relationships to work towards Northeastern's vision of becoming a model institution for community engagement. This position also works closely with CCE leadership to set and meet the department's budget and program oriented goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred
• 5+ years of relevant experience in community/civic engagement, community development, program management and strategic planning for a higher education institution or nonprofit organization

Director of Outreach & Programming

About the Opportunity

Summary

Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Community Relations, the Director of Outreach and Programming will develop, coordinate, administer, and evaluate community programs and special projects conducted by the Office of City & Community Engagement (CCE) at Northeastern University. In collaboration with the Community Relations and Programs Manager and other CCE staff, this position will be an active and responsible contributor to our local and campus communities by fostering collaborative relationships and partnerships that connect, educate, and engage people and organizations throughout our network. The Director of Outreach and Programming will lead CCE's programs and partnership initiatives with three focus areas: hosting residents and community groups on campus, managing small business and neighborhood association partnerships, and delivering programs and offerings open to the public, both on and off campus.

The position involves collaborating with various stakeholders and cultivating existing relationships to work towards Northeastern's vision of becoming a model institution for community engagement. This position also works closely with CCE leadership to set and meet the department's budget and program oriented goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred
• 5+ years of relevant experience in community/civic engagement, community development, program management and strategic planning for a higher education institution or nonprofit organization