Community Project Assistant

The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff "for fit" makes significant contributions to Howard University's overall mission.
At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.
Here is what we offer:
Health & Wellness:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
Work-Life Balance:
PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
Financial Wellness:
Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
Professional Development:
Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
Additional Perks:
Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture
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JOB PURPOSE:
This position will assist with community engagement event planning and management such as outreach activities, networking events, and community board meetings. The Community Program Assistant is responsible for providing support to Howard University Research Centers in Minority Institutions (RCMI) Program – Community Engagement Core (CEC) promoting awareness of health disparities, assisting in data collection for RCMI- CEC projects, and building and maintaining relationships with community-based equity advocates.
SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY:
Responsible for orienting and training others and assigning and reviewing their work. May also be responsible for acting in a lead or senior capacity over other positions performing essentially the same work or related technical tasks and reporting to a higher level on a formal basis
NATURE AND SCOPE:
Internal contacts include administrators, faculty, staff and students both within the department and University-wide. External contacts include government agencies, sponsor representatives, vendors, visitors, officials and the general public.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND ENGAGEMENT:
· Maintains a regular presence in the community through attendance at community events and partnering with local organizations to facilitate access to health-related information, resources, and services.
· Assists with planning and implementing activities to engage community organizations in research activities.
· Collects and organizes data for program evaluation.
· Attends meetings with community partners to increase awareness of local activities an promote collaborations.
· Provides periodic public presentations.
· Supports research investigators and community partners in conducting community-engaged research.
PROGRAM SUPPORT:
· Provides support for hosting meetings, events, and other programmatic activities.
· Manages event marketing and logistics.
· Works with external vendors and internal business partners.
· Provides support for onsite and virtual events.
· Collects and organizes data to assess program impact
· Must be able to work independently during periods of less supervision and work effectively in a busy environment.
· Perform other related duties as assigned.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Passion for working to improve health and quality of life.
Demonstrated knowledge of neighborhoods and communities in and around the District of Columbia, along with an interest and ability to expand knowledge through training.
Knowledge of regional community resources/services is important.
Knowledge of health disparities and experience with issues that put people at risk for poorer health such as food insecurity, transportation barriers, and social or economic barriers is also highly helpful.
Strong communication skills are essential.
Demonstrated ability to conduct sensitive, empathetic interviews and conversations that highly respect the dignity and diversity of individuals.
Ability to engage staff and individuals in a supportive and empowering way.
Ability to maintain records and information in an accurate, timely manner.
Demonstrates commitment to the mission and image of the institution and promotes the same through objectives and operations of the program.
Basic computer skills are required.
Ability to use professional engagement techniques.
Uses sound judgments in decision-making.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor's degree is required for this position. Exceptions may be granted with otherwise qualified candidates. Two years of experience working with the public in a health or social service-related field.
Compliance Salary Range Disclosure
$58,000

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