Engagement Manager Jobs in Texas

We’re a marketing and public affairs agency that develops and manages communications programs for clients in the private and public sector. Our team is always looking for passionate and highly-skilled people with a background in PR, community outreach, marketing and advertising who are interested in supporting meaningful causes and shedding light on our clients' good deeds.

Are you community-minded and eager to help make a difference? If so, our team is currently looking for a part-time or full-time project lead that isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves, bring ideas to life, and grow with us along the way.

You’ll be primarily responsible for the implementation of in-person, grassroots community engagement activities, which include public programs, community meetings, and experiential activities. With the support of our senior team, you’ll be coordinating a variety of tasks.

Responsibilities Include

• Attend client meetings, draw on previous agency and personal experience to craft innovative communications initiatives that inform, educate and help move people to action;
• Schedule, implement, and periodically suggest new community-based programs, partnerships, and other engagement initiatives;
• Identify, initiate, and deepen relationships with various community stakeholders;
• Implement meetings, surveys, and other methodologies for communicating with and receiving feedback from designated audiences;
• Manage project deliverables and evaluation elements.

Qualifications
We're looking for someone who was born passionate but who's discipline as a communications and engagement professional has been learned both in the classroom and in the field. This position requires a bachelor’s degree and two-three or more years of community organizing or other related experience. The successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

• Experience and success working in partnership with a variety of stakeholders, including elected officials and community organizations;
• Familiarity with Austin and its surrounding neighbors;
• Strong writing and speaking skills, (fluency in Spanish is required);
• Ability to work well with a diverse group of people;
• Success at managing a wide array of tasks and projects and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment;
• Willingness to work select weekends as the need arises and to occasionally adjust hours to accommodate the needs of thejob;
• Excellent organization and planning skills, and the ability to work independently;
• Social media and tech savvy.

To Apply
Please submit your cover letter and resume. Only those whose applications are being considered will be contacted. Our agency is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

JobType: Part-time

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• In-person, community engagement: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Location:

• Austin, TX 78701 (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Austin, TX 78701