What is a Community Connector?
We are seeking engagement contractors, known as Community Connectors, to partner with us on developing and maintaining relationships with community members through networking at local events across Mississippi and Tennessee. Our Community Connectors are essential in ensuring that people in both states are informed about the free or low-cost reproductive and sexual health available at Converge and across the agency’s clinical network. As a Community Connector, you will help foster trust and build long-term relationships between organizations and communities.
We are looking for individuals who are passionate about sexual and reproductive health, have initiative to create new partnerships and opportunities, and thrive in a dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities:
· Attend up to two local community events per month as a vendor and promote GetPersonal services.
· Pass out flyers and QR codes on local campuses, clinics, or events.
· Engage with Converge’s social media platforms.
· Research and identify new opportunities for local community events to attend each month.
· Build relationships with key stakeholders, including community partners, vendors, and attendees from each event.
· Serve as a liaison between Converge and the community.
· Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Converge/GetPersonal products, services, and policies.
· Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of community outreach efforts, making recommendations for improvement as needed.
Skills we are looking for:
· Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey messages effectively to diverse audiences.
· Cultural Competence: Ability to work with diverse populations and understand the nuances of different cultural backgrounds.
· Conflict Resolution: Experience in handling and resolving conflicts diplomatically and with sensitivity to community concerns.
· Project Management: Organizing, planning, and implementing community engagement programs efficiently.
· Adaptability: Flexibility to work with evolving community needs and organizational goals
Interested in becoming a Community Connector?
Take the next step by submitting your resume and additional information about yourself via this short survey. If you have any questions, please contact our Community Engagement Director, Jazamine Hoskins at jhoskins@convergeaccess.org.