Associate, External Affairs Position Available In Camden, New Jersey

Associate, External Affairs
Camden, NJ, USA
Full-time
Immediate Start (Home Office)
Company Description
Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!
Job Description
Develop and execute the local external engagement strategy to:
Educate community leaders, advocates, and elected officials about our schools through relationship building, school visits, and school-based community projects.
Deepen the connections between our schools and the communities our schools serve by increasing our presence at community events and meetings.
Monitor local policy as it relates to K-12 education and charter schools, and make recommendations to the Regional Senior Director regarding regional policy implicationsManage stakeholder database, ensuring data entry and data integrity in databasesTrack progress around all outreach efforts, analyze progress data, and design plans to adjust to real-time data
Develop and implement a parent engagement and advocacy strategy to:
Further develop our current core parent advocacy group through consistent programming.
Identify and train new parent leaders at each of our schools to engage with elected officials and community leaders, mobilize large groups of parents for advocacy events and initiatives, and lead school-based community engagement efforts.
Drive outreach efforts with families and communities associated with our schools regarding opportunities for advocacy and involvement.
Lead and implement non-partisan voter registration and get out the vote campaigns among families, in coordination with schools and community partners.
Administrative duties and Board of Trustees support:
Prepare the annual board scope and sequence around discussion topics, scheduled presentations, and key board approvals.
Execute action steps for board meeting preparation (e.g. monthly communications, information gathering, packet creation, etc.)
Provide logistics support for board meetings (e.g., meeting setup, tech support, capturing notes, etc.)
Facilitate the submission and approval process of all board resolutions with internal teams and the Board of Trustees.
Oversee monthly tour schedule for donors, educators, and prospective parents
Manage regional website updates, social media platforms and school newsletters
Provide logistics support for events (e.g. advocacy rallies, professional development workshops for district partners, etc.)
Manage budget processes, including team purchasing and invoicing tasks
Manage meetings with various stakeholders (e.g. scheduling, capturing/dissemination of notes, etc.)
Qualifications

Education Requirement:

Bachelors Degree

Experience Requirements:

3-4 years of directly related experience
Organizing, community engagement, or other relevant work with schools and families in communities similar to those we serve. Prior experience in planning and managing large-scale projects. Prior experience with grassroots field organizing, including experience in political issues campaigns, or leading a field organizing team
Strong strategic, analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to create and maintain systems that enhance organizational efficiency. Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
Ability to initiate and build relationships with various stakeholders.
Team player who is a self-motivated “go-getter” with the ability to lead and motivate others. Comfortable with ambiguity, flexible, and able to adapt quickly to changing priorities, and a sense of humor in the face of competing demands. Self-awareness with the ability to reflect and adapt to diverse environments.
Cultural competency and experience working with families from diverse ethnic and class backgrounds.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Applications and Social Media Platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)
Flexibility of schedule for early morning, evening, and weekend meetings and events. Ability to travel to our schools and community events. Schedule & Travel
3 days in-person at the regional office and 2 days remote. Quarterly travel within our Camden region.
Moderate physical activity – stand or walk continuously, set up equipment or materials, carry moderately heavy objects (20-40 lbs)