Community Engagement Coordinator

Leading Non-Profit in Newport Beach is adding a Community Engagement Coordinator to their team. This is a temp-hire opportunity. It is full time and IN OFFICE.

The Community Engagement Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting the Community Engagement team and the Champions Program-a nationwide network of families and supporters who fundraise, raise awareness, and strengthen community.

This role manages and supports event logistics for sessions, workshops, and webinars to ensure programs run smoothly and families are well supported. The Coordinator also assists with Champion Fundraisers, DIY, and P2P initiatives as needed, supporting coordination, event logistics, and community engagement.

Reporting to the Community Engagement Manager, this position is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of fundraising, project management, and relationship-building.

Key Responsibilities
Team & Program Support


Provide operational and relational support across the entire team, with a focus on sessions, workshops, webinars, and Champion coordination.


Coordinate and schedule meetings, including Champions, committees, webinars, and community group sessions.


Manage inbox, routing inquiries to the appropriate staff or departments.


Assist with drafting communications, Run of Show documents, and other event-related materials.
Events & Project Management


Manage all event logistics, including meetings, Cvent creation, packing/shipping, and inventory management.


Research, source, and secure event locations as needed.


Submit and manage marketing requests to support operational and project needs.


Provide webinar support, including hosting and back-end management.


Support post-event reporting, including metrics and financial tracking.


Conduct general research and prospecting for donors, sponsorships, and clinics.
Community Group Coordination


Coordinate recurring community groups (e.g., Dads Group, Grandparents Group, regional groups).


Schedule meetings, manage invitations, and oversee logistics.


Track attendance and engagement metrics.


Identify opportunities to increase participation and deepen connections.
Champion, DIY & P2P Fundraiser Support


Serve as day-to-day support for Champion and DIY fundraisers nationwide.


Assist families and supporters in launching and executing peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns.


Track fundraising progress and ensure timely follow-up and stewardship.


Support cultivation and stewardship plans for Champion families.

Qualifications & Experience Required


Experience coordinating virtual and in-person events with strong logistics management.


Strong project management skills; ability to manage multiple timelines simultaneously.


Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


Experience working with families, volunteers, or community groups.


Multi-year experience leveraging Cvent for complex event execution and logistics
Preferred


Proficiency with CRM systems and project management tools (Monday.com a plus).


2-4+ years of experience in fundraising, nonprofit development, or peer-to-peer fundraising.


Experience in mission-driven or healthcare nonprofit environments.


Familiarity with donor stewardship and engagement best practices.

Core Competencies


Highly organized and detail-oriented


Relationship-driven and empathetic


Proactive communicator


Strong follow-through and accountability


Comfortable working independently while collaborating cross-functionally


Mission-aligned and passionate about serving

This role is temp-hire and pays up to $34.00 per hour

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.