Round Hill Community Church in Greenwich, CT is seeking a Community Engagement Manager who is passionate about connecting people and building relationships. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on engaging with others, fostering meaningful connections, and creating a welcoming community. As a vital bridge between the church and the broader community, this individual will actively share the church's mission, programs, and events while also gathering valuable feedback from members to understand their interests and improve offerings. By connecting the community with the church's programs and activities, the Community Engagement Manager will play a key role in shaping a vibrant and inclusive environment that fosters growth, collaboration, and a deeper sense of belonging.
This part-time position (20 hours per week) offers the flexibility to work remotely while actively engaging with your community. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want a role that fits into your lifestyle, we encourage you to apply and become a vital part of our mission-driven team.
Job Responsibilities
Develop and implement strategies to increase family membership and community involvement.
Actively engage with community members through outreach programs, events, and personal interactions.
Actively listen to parishioners and gather feedback regarding their needs, interests, and experiences with church programs. Share these insights with leadership to help shape and improve offerings.
Collaborate with the digital team to promote the church's activities, events, and mission through various channels, including social media, local events, and community gatherings.
Build and maintain relationships with local organizations, schools, and community groups to foster collaboration, volunteerism, and strengthen the connection between the church and broader community
Organize and participate in community events to raise awareness about the church and its programs, as well as inspire youth and parent participation
Build on existing programs and relationships to drive mission-focused progress.
Work closely with Senior Pastor, Leaders of the RHCC Ministries, as well as the Outreach Committee to align community engagement efforts with the church's overall mission and goals.
Collaborate with our existing local partner organizations such as the Greenwich Center for Hope & Renewal and Greenwich United Way.
Manage cultivation budget for outreach and engagement efforts.
Qualifications:
Proven experience in community engagement, volunteer coordination, or a related field.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse groups of people.
Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
Proficiency in using social media and other communication tools for outreach purposes.
Mission-driven with a focus on church vitality and growth.
Passionate about making impactful changes in the community.
Connected within the local community (e.g., PTA leaders, Junior League members, volunteer organizations).
Ability to attend selected Sunday morning service / post-service activities as well as a weekly staff meeting.
Theological and/or religious training NOT required
Our non-denominational church is a welcoming community where people of all backgrounds and beliefs are embraced with open arms.
This part-time position does not include benefits.