The Community Engagement and Outreach Coordinator works collaboratively with the Dean’s Office and SASAH Director, staff, faculty, students, as well as other university partners, city departments, community organizations and participants to develop and coordinate curricula- focused programs and engagement initiatives, both on and off campus, with the goal of supporting the development and implementation of collaborative projects that create positive social and cultural impacts. This position develops and facilitates a suite of academic and civically connected public and pedagogical programs, including courses, peer groups, workshops, networking events, conferences, speakers, and tours, igniting students’ curiosity, imagination, and public engagement through critical thinking, dialogue, and hands-on learning and attracting off-campus stakeholders to participate in Faculty of Arts & Humanities (FAH) and SASAH activities. The role acts as a first point of contact for all internal and external inquiries related to the Faculty Events and SASAH programs, coordinates the evaluation of programs, and supports the day-to-day administrative, human resources, financial and logistical functions of the various programs. The Coordinator participates in the development of marketing materials, identifies and acts on opportunities to increase awareness of programs and seeks out sponsorship for programming. The Community Engagement and Outreach Coordinator is a member of a team that values collaboration, inclusivity, and empowerment with the role lending valuable perspective and support the planning of SASAH’s recruitment strategy and FAH events, activating existing programs with accompanying workshops, and contributing to public outreach and development initiatives.
