Outreach & Community Partnerships Coordinator
Girls Inc. of Tennessee Valley Part-Time | Hourly | Non-Exempt Approximately 25–30 Hours Per Week
Starting Pay: From $18.25 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
Location: Anderson, Knox & Blount Counties, Tennessee
Why This Role Matters
Every day, girls across East Tennessee face barriers that can limit their confidence, opportunities, and future success. Girls Inc. exists to change that.
As the Outreach & Community Partnerships Coordinator, you'll help bring life-changing programs directly into schools and community settings where girls need them most. You'll build relationships with educators, support outstanding facilitators, and help create safe, empowering spaces where girls can grow into confident leaders.
If you're looking for meaningful work where you can see the impact of your efforts every day, this is an opportunity to make a lasting difference.
About Girls Inc.
Girls Inc. of Tennessee Valley is part of a national network dedicated to inspiring all girls to be strong, smart, and bold℠.
We provide a pro-girl environment where trained professionals build trusting relationships with girls and deliver research-based programming that equips them to navigate gender, economic, and social barriers so they grow into healthy, educated, and independent adults.
Through center-based and school-based programming, Girls Inc. serves girls throughout Anderson, Knox, and Blount Counties. We believe every girl deserves to feel safe, valued, heard, and empowered to reach her full potential.
Position Summary
The Outreach & Community Partnerships Coordinator supports Girls Inc. of Tennessee Valley's school-based and community outreach programming across Anderson, Knox, and Blount Counties.
This position coordinates day-to-day outreach operations, supports Outreach Facilitators, maintains relationships with partner schools, assists with participant recruitment, and helps ensure high-quality programming at every outreach location.
Working closely with the Executive Director, the Coordinator serves as an important ambassador for Girls Inc., strengthening community partnerships while supporting the delivery of exceptional programming for girls.
Schedule
This is a part-time hourly position averaging approximately 25–30 hours per week.
Anticipated Schedule
Monday–Thursday: 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Some flexibility is required to accommodate school schedules, staff meetings, training, community events, and occasional evening or weekend activities.
Regular travel between outreach locations throughout Anderson, Knox, and Blount Counties is required.
Essential Responsibilities
Community Partnerships
Serve as the primary contact for partner schools and outreach sites.
Build and maintain positive relationships with school administrators, counselors, teachers, and community organizations.
Coordinate communication between Girls Inc. and outreach partners.
Represent Girls Inc. professionally at school events, community meetings, and recruitment opportunities.
Identify opportunities to strengthen partnerships and expand Girls Inc.'s visibility throughout the community.
Program Coordination
Coordinate daily operations across multiple outreach sites.
Ensure Outreach Facilitators have curriculum, supplies, and resources needed for successful programming.
Visit outreach locations regularly to monitor program quality and provide support.
Assist with onboarding and training Outreach Facilitators and interns.
Support consistent implementation of Girls Inc.'s research-based curriculum and program standards.
Recruitment & Enrollment
Assist with participant recruitment and outreach enrollment.
Coordinate school-based recruitment opportunities.
Develop referral relationships with schools and community partners.
Help organize outreach events that increase awareness of Girls Inc.
Support communication with participating families.
Administration
Maintain attendance records and required program documentation.
Assist with grant reporting and outcome tracking.
Coordinate program supplies and logistics.
Support outreach scheduling and transportation coordination.
Complete required reports accurately and on time.
Team Support
Provide day-to-day support to Outreach Facilitators.
Assist with facilitator scheduling and substitute coverage.
Communicate program updates and organizational information.
Escalate personnel or operational concerns to leadership when appropriate.
Foster a collaborative and positive team environment.
Qualifications
Required
Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in Education, Human Services, Recreation, Social Work, Nonprofit Management, or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
Minimum of two years of experience working with youth, education, recreation, or nonprofit programming.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Ability to travel regularly between outreach sites.
Successful completion of required background screenings.
Preferred
Experience with:
Youth development
School-based programming
Community engagement
Social-emotional learning
Trauma-informed practices
Volunteer or intern supervision
Data collection and reporting
Nonprofit programming
The Ideal Candidate
We're looking for someone who is:
Organized and dependable.
Warm, approachable, and relationship-focused.
Comfortable working independently while collaborating with a team.
Adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
A proactive problem-solver who takes initiative.
Passionate about mentoring girls and strengthening communities.
Committed to professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Success in This Role
The successful candidate will:
Build strong relationships with partner schools and community organizations.
Support high-quality programming across outreach locations.
Improve communication between outreach sites and Girls Inc.
Increase community awareness of Girls Inc.'s mission and programs.
Help recruit and retain girls in outreach programming.
Become a trusted resource for Outreach Facilitators and school partners.
Our Culture
At Girls Inc., we believe every girl deserves to be seen, heard, valued, and challenged to reach her full potential.
Our staff are mentors first. We create physically, emotionally, and socially safe spaces where girls develop confidence, resilience, leadership, and a strong sense of belonging.
We seek professionals who are committed to creating a pro-girl environment where girls are encouraged to take healthy risks, discover their strengths, and become leaders in their schools, communities, and future careers.
Benefits
Part-time employees enjoy:
Flexible scheduling.
Paid training and professional development opportunities.
Mileage reimbursement for approved work-related travel.
A collaborative, mission-driven team environment.
Opportunities for professional growth within the organization.
Meaningful work that makes a lasting impact in the lives of girls throughout East Tennessee.
Why Join Girls Inc.?
Working at Girls Inc. means joining a mission-driven team dedicated to inspiring girls to be strong, smart, and bold.
Every day you'll have the opportunity to:
Build meaningful relationships with girls and community partners.
Support research-based programming that changes lives.
Collaborate with passionate colleagues who care deeply about the mission.
Help create opportunities that empower girls to thrive.
Your work will directly contribute to helping girls build confidence, discover their strengths, and realize their potential.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Girls Inc. of Tennessee Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to apply. :
Girls Inc. employs individuals who believe in the rights, strengths, and potential of every girl. Successful team members are committed to creating physically, emotionally, and socially safe environments where girls are encouraged to take healthy risks, build confidence, and discover their strengths.
Flexible work from home options available.