Community Engagement Specialist in Cocoa, Florida at Family Promise of Brevard

TITLE: Community Engagement Specialist

CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time / Exempt

HOURS: 40+ hours/week as needed

(some evenings/weekends required)

REPORTS TO: Development Director

Job Purpose

Family Promise of Brevard is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to keeping families housed so children can thrive. Family-focused and community-powered, we work on two levels: directly with families through prevention, shelter, and stabilization services, at the systems level by strengthening how communities respond to housing needs. Our zip code–based approach builds collaboration, addresses service gaps, removes barriers to education and training, and advocates for housing that is safe and affordable. Together, these efforts move us closer to our vision: a Brevard where every family has a home, a livelihood, and the chance to build a stronger future.

Guided by our core values—Accountability, Excellence, Respect, Family-Focused, Forward-Thinking, and Innovation—we seek team members who share this commitment and are ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of families and the health of our community.

The Community Engagement Specialist will play a pivotal role in supporting Family Promise of Brevard’s mission by expanding community outreach, organizing volunteers, and assisting with fundraising events. This role will involve creating meaningful engagement opportunities for the community, recruiting and coordinating volunteers, and promoting our programs and events. The Community Engagement Specialist also works to increase public awareness of the organization and the issue of family homelessness, telling the story of the organization and families we serve. This position reports to the Development Director.

Essential Job Functions

Community Outreach (50%)

• Build and maintain strong relationships with community members, local businesses, faith groups, and partner organizations.
• Represent Family Promise of Brevard at community events, meetings, and workshops to increase visibility and awareness.
• Coordinate annual donation drives and seasonal giving campaigns aligned with family and organizational needs.
• Develop and manage in-kind donation partnerships to support operational and programmatic needs.
• Cultivate relationships that reduce organizational costs through donated goods, services, and resources.
• Identify new opportunities for community partnerships that support mission delivery and sustainability.

Volunteer Engagement (30%)

• Manage the volunteer management system, including recruitment, onboarding, communication, scheduling, and hour tracking.
• Collaborate with Development, Programs, and Operations teams to design meaningful, mission-aligned volunteer opportunities.
• Serve as the primary staff resource for volunteer engagement and system use.
• Maintain accurate volunteer records and prepare engagement and impact reports.
• Continuously evaluate and strengthen the volunteer program by developing new processes, tools, and engagement strategies.

Event and Fundraising Support (20%)

• Support the planning and execution of fundraising and community engagement events.
• Partner with the development committee on event logistics, outreach, donor cultivation, and stewardship activities.
• Assist with sponsor, donor, and community partner engagement connected to events.
• Attend and represent Family Promise of Brevard at fundraising and community functions.
• Support post-event follow-up, recognition, and relationship-building efforts.

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years of experience in community engagement, volunteer coordination, outreach, nonprofit work, or a similar role
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Volunteer recruitment, training, and support
• Ability to engage diverse communities with cultural awareness and empathy
• Public speaking and group facilitation confidence
• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities at once
• Excellent organizational skills with sharp attention to detail
• Experience supporting event planning and managing logistics
• Strong planning and follow-through skills
• Skilled at keeping projects on track and moving forward smoothly
• Proficiency in:

Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Teams, etc.)

Customer relationship management software (ex. Bloomerang)

Analytics

Website (ex. WIX)

Canva

Social media platforms

Education

• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred, with experience in a related field

Working Conditions

• Working in an office environment, from a home office, and/or community-based environment (out in the field)
• May be required to work evenings and weekends
• Ability to safely lift and move objects up to 30 pounds
• Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation is needed to attend community events
• Local traveling up to 50 percent of work week

Our Commitment to Equity

In line with Family Promise of Brevard’s core values, we are committed to advancing diversity, inclusion, equity, social justice, and antiracism throughout our work. We value the different forms of experience and expertise on our team, and we strive to build an organization that leverages each employee’s unique skills and perspectives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply for this position, even if you have had a less traditional career path or do not think you check every box in the job description.

Due to the nature of our work serving families and children, selected candidates must successfully pass all required background screenings prior to employment. Information regarding Florida Care Povider Background Screening requirements is available here: https://info.flclearinghouse.com