Event and Community Relations Manager
hace 19 días
Huntington Park
Job Description Starting salaries are set in accordance with our compensation plan, which considers multiple individual and organizational factors, including internal equity. To uphold pay equity in alignment with the compensation plan, starting salary ranges are not negotiable. Before applying, please ensure that the compensation for this position meets your needs. Our Mission To promote the well-being of the underserved by providing access to high-quality healthcare for all, regardless of ability to pay. Our services, activities and governance reflect the Islamic values and moral principles which inspired our founders. These include the core values which are universally shared and revered by society at large: Service, Compassion, Human Dignity, Social Justice, and Ethical Conduct. Working at UMMA UMMA is looking for passionate and mission-driven Staff who look to make an impact on the lives of our patients and the members of our community. These roles include Physicians and Medical Staff, Behavioral Health Staff, Administration, and more! For more information on the services we provide, Click Here Benefits and Compensation UMMA offers a competitive compensation and benefits package with comprehensive and cost-effective medical plans. Benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, AD&D and Supplemental Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement, loan repayment opportunities, 403(b) savings plan, employee discounts, extended lunch on Fridays, and more! Our compensation plan also includes Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (accruals begin on the first day of hire), Employee Recognition, and more!! SUMMARY The Event and Community Relations Manager plays a vital role in advancing UMMA Health’s mission by strengthening relationships with community partners, local elected officials, and the public through strategic events and outreach. This position manages the planning, coordination, and execution of all internal and external events, supports marketing and public relations efforts, and helps drive patient and community engagement initiatives. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented relationship builder with strong event management skills, excellent communication abilities, and a deep commitment to community health and equity. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Key Responsibilities Event Planning and Management • Plan, organize, and execute internal events, including:, • Staff trainings and development sessions, • Annual staff holiday party and appreciation events, • National Health Center Week activities and staff/patient engagement events, • Manage external eventssuch as:, • Health fairs and community outreach events, • Partner-hosted events, press conferences, and community celebrations, • Develop and maintain detailed event timelines, budgets, and checklists., • Coordinate staff assignments, volunteer participation, and logistics for each event., • Oversee post-event evaluations and ensure continuous improvement for future programming., • Serve as the primary point of contact for local elected officials’ offices, community organizations, and clinic partners., • Develop and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders to enhance UMMA Health’s visibility and reputation., • Represent UMMA Health at community meetings and events as an ambassador for the organization., • Manage and maintain all outreach materials and event supplies, ensuring adequate stock, organization, and timely reordering., • Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications team to:, • Develop promotional materials and outreach strategies that increase patient engagement., • Support digital and print marketing campaigns tied to events and community initiatives., • Assist in drafting and distributing press releases, media alerts, and event recaps., • Work closely with clinic operations, communications, and development teams to align messaging and maximize event impact., • Support organizational storytelling by identifying and sharing community success stories from events and partnerships., • 3–5 years of experience in event planning, community engagement, public relations, or external affairs., • Proven success managing multiple projects simultaneously and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment., • Strong relationship-building and interpersonal communication skills., • Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities; attention to detail is essential., • Experience working with elected officials, government agencies, or community-based organizations preferred., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and basic marketing or CRM tools (e.g., Canva, Constant Contact, Salesforce)., • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required., • Event Planning and Project Management, • Stakeholder and Community Relationship Building, • Public and Media Relations, • Strategic Communication and Outreach, • Cultural Humility and Community Awareness While performing this work, the incumbent: • Will spend substantial time standing, sitting, speaking and listening, • Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, • Is expected to travel via personal vehicle throughout the community on a frequent basis Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. EQUIPMENT & SOFTWARE OPERATION The incumbent in this position may operate any/all of the following equipment: • Telephone, cell phone, fax, • Computer, printer and related equipment, • Copy machine, • Audio-visual equipment, • Microsoft Office, • Microsoft Access, • Design / Publishing software, • Internet Explorer, • Donor Software