Engagement and Outreach Coordinator

About Leadership Tennessee:

Leadership Tennessee is the premiere, statewide leadership program that fosters collaborative, non-partisan dialogue on issues of state importance, by connecting and deploying a network of diverse leaders and engaged citizens. 

Citizens with demonstrated community and professional leadership from every region of the state bring their diverse backgrounds and experiences to an in-depth exploration of the complex issues facing Tennessee, with a focus on how leaders can collaborate to effectively address those issues. Leadership Tennessee was founded in 2013 as an initiative of the College of Leadership and Public Service at Lipscomb University.

Leadership Tennessee has two main immersive programs: Signature Program and Leadership Tennessee NEXT. Through these programs, Tennessee leaders have the opportunity to travel the state and learn from different communities. In addition to those two programs, Leadership Tennessee convenes alumni and current members to connect with their communities to create lasting impact across the state.

Engagement and Outreach Coordinator

We are looking for a dynamic and adaptable Engagement and Outreach Coordinator to join our team. The person will play a vital role in supporting the planning and execution of events, managing external communications, and driving programming and operations. This role requires a quick thinker who excels at building relationships with high-profile stakeholders and is skilled in event planning, logistics and operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Event Planning & Execution: Lead the logistics and organization of statewide events, meetings, and networking functions. This includes coordinating travel arrangements, venue selection, and vendor partnerships to ensure successful events.

• Logistics Coordination: Manage all event logistics from start to finish, ensuring seamless operations.

• Alumni Engagement Programming: Oversee programming for 1-3 alumni events a year, including identifying and securing speakers/panelists, coordinating invitations to alumni, managing RSVPs, booking venues, and catering. 

• Internship Programming: Assist with the development and management of internship programs. This would include Identifying opportunities, interviewing potential interns, assist with the development of Leadership Tennessee’s internship program, and managing responsibilities for interns. 

• Operational Support: Alongside LT teammates, aid in day-to-day operations to ensure smooth execution of organizational activities.

• Stakeholder Relations: Collaborate closely with state leaders, public officials, and other high-profile individuals. Build and nurture strong relationships through effective communication and networking.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Event Management, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.

• Proven experience in event planning and execution with strong organizational skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills and a team-oriented mindset.

• Ability to manage end-to-end logistics for events and ensure smooth operations.

• Excellent communication and networking skills.

• Ability to build relationships with high-profile individuals, such as state leaders and public officials.

• Flexibility to assist in daily organizational operations.

• Willingness to travel up to twice a month.

• Flexibility and capacity to assist in daily organizational operations.

• Excellent communication and networking skills, with experience working with high-profile individuals such as state leaders and public officials.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with Google Suite

• Proficiency with CRMs 

• Proficiency in social media, marketing, and communications.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary

• Competitive Healthcare Benefits