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Cunningham Children's Home —Urbana, IL
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Community Engagement Specialist

Cunningham Children's Home -
Urbana, IL

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Job Details

$23.63 - $35.44 an hour
11 days ago

Qualifications

Project team coordination
Volunteer coordination for social programs
Volunteer management
Professional ethics
Driver's License
Volunteer coordination program management
Special events experience
Fundraising event program management
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Volunteer coordination
Project execution

Full Job Description

Deadline to Apply: September 15th, 2026

An integral member of the Advancement Department, the Community Engagement Specialist will work in collaboration with the entire team to advance Cunningham’s mission through special events, volunteer coordination and building support from the corporate sector. This position will recruit, engage and train volunteers for all of Cunningham fundraising and marketing programs. This position will also require proven leadership in planning, coordinating and executing in-person and digital fundraising events.

Impact in Your First Year: At Cunningham, we value our employees and provide resources to help you continually learn and grow. We foster a strong, collaborative community of people who are driven by their ability to make a difference.

Within 3 months, you’ll:

Build relationships with key volunteers, community partners and donors while gaining a strong understanding of Cunningham’s mission, programs and community impact.
Take ownership of volunteer engagement activities and support the planning and execution of fundraising and community events.
Become a visible ambassador for Cunningham by representing the agency giving tours, presentations and outreach opportunities.

Within 6 months, you’ll:

Independently manage volunteer recruitment, placement, recognition, and stewardship efforts to strengthen community engagement.
Lead the coordination and execution of assigned events, ensuring a positive experience for attendees, volunteers, sponsors and partners.
Identify and cultivate new community partnerships that increase awareness, participation, volunteerism, and philanthropic support.

By the end of the first year, you’ll:

Demonstrate measurable growth in volunteer engagement, community partnerships, event participation, and sponsorship support.
Develop and implement innovative engagement strategies that deepen relationships and connect more individuals and organizations to Cunningham’s mission.
Establish yourself as a trusted leader within the Advancement team, with opportunities to assume increasing responsibility and pursue professional growth based on performance, initiative and department needs.
Position yourself for expanded leadership opportunities through demonstrated success, strategic thinking, and a commitment to advancing Cunningham’s mission.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Business, Fundraising, Nonprofit Management, or a related field required.
Experience: 5+ years in communications, donor relations, sales, public relations, business or a related field
Licenses: Illinois Driver’s License and proof of insurance required.
Skills & Abilities
- Excellent written, verbal and public speaking communication skills.
- Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills with diverse audiences.
- Proven project, event and volunteer management capabilities.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Strong time management and budget awareness.
- Ability to represent and communicate Cunningham's mission, values and impact effectively.
- Capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment while managing interruptions and competing priorities.
- Commitment to adherence to the AFP Code of Ethics.

Prospective employees will be required to submit to a pre-employment physical and background check.

Join a team dedicated to creating brighter futures for youth and families. If you are energized by building relationships, engaging communities and advancing a meaningful mission, we would love to hear from you!

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Experience

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5 year(s): Communications, donor relations, sales, public relations, business or a related field

Education

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Bachelors or better

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Auto Insurance
IL Drivers License

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