OCTPET Postsecondary Outreach Coordinator

Program DescriptionOregon Community Table on Postsecondary Education and Training (OCTPET)Our Purpose: To Transform our postsecondary higher education system to better serve underrepresented and underserved students in Oregon by advocating for equity, access, affordability, and policy change.OCTPET Is Oregon's first statewide community advocacy group focused on addressing the disparities in education of our underrepresented and underserved students in postsecondary education and training. However, our roots stem from CAPACES Leadership Institute following the work of former Representative Teresa Alonso Leon where she led the Joint Task Force on Underrepresented Students in Higher Education in 2022. Through this Task Force they centered the voices of underrepresented Students and developed policies reflecting student needs in financial aid, student wrap around services and accountability. Our work as an advocacy group for upcoming legislative sessions is to advocate and join coalitions working to pass policies that we have identified as key important issues that help meet the needs of our students.Position SummaryThe Postsecondary Outreach Coordinator is responsible for developing and overseeing outreach projects and initiatives that help increase the visibility of our programs. This role involves strategizing outreach efforts, coordinating training events, managing communications and building relationships with our universities, community colleges and their surrounding communities. Underrepresented and underserved students have historically not participated in the legislature to share their lived experiences related to their college experience, whether they attend a university or community college. Our program aims to remove the barrios that inhibit everyday students from voicing their issues or telling their stories by having them go through our Civic and advocacy training program to ensure student voices are being heard during legislative days, and during legislative sessions.Duties and Responsibilities Develop and implement strategic outreach plansCoordinate and manage outreach events and activitiesRecruit students, parents, community partnersProvide Civic and Advocacy TrainingsBuild and maintain relationships with postsecondary education partners and stakeholdersWork with Program Coordinator and Interns to create and distribute outreach materials such as flyers, communicate on social media and other forms of communicationMonitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the trainings and outreach workWork with Program lead and OCTPET team to meet program goalsParticipate in OCTPET required meetingsStay up to date with industry trends and best practices to continuously improve outreach and recruitment effortsOrganize and attend events related to recruiting studentsQualificationsCommitment to the values, purpose, and vision of Capaces and its OCTPET ProgramExperience working with underserved and opportunity populations, especially Latine, Indigenous, and Afro-descendant Latine populations.Bilingual and Bicultural in English/SpanishBachelor's degree in communications, Social Science, or similar experience preferredAt least two years of experience in outreach, community engagement or recruitment, specially with a student populationProficiency with social media and digital marketing toolsStrong organizational and project management skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong interpersonal and communication skillsExperience planning and coordinating eventsAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyAttention to detail and strong organizational skillsAbility to analyze data and evaluate outreach effortsProficiency in Microsoft Office and other Office Suite Software (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)Problem solving skills and ability to adapt to changing situationsAbility to work independently and effectively lead teamsWillingness to work some evenings and weekends.BenefitsPTO and generous winter break leaveMedical, Vision, and Dental InsuranceEmployee Wellness Fund StipendHow to Apply: Submit a cover letter and resume (with TWO references) to:jaime@Deadline to Apply: January 10, 2025 (Applications will be reviewed the following week)

Created: 2025-01-15