Community Engagement Coordinator

Status: Full-time, temporary until the end of the year 

Salary: $60,000  

Location:Raleigh, NC (hybrid: 2 days in office / 3 days remote). Must be local or intend to relocate. Requires frequent travel across the triangle and other parts of North Carolina. 

About the Organizations 

North Carolina Asian Americans Together (NCAAT) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization committed to supporting equity and justice for all by fostering community among Asian American communities and allies in North Carolina through civic engagement, leadership development, grassroots mobilization, and political participation. 

NCAAT in Action (NCAATIA) builds political power among Asian Americans and allies in North Carolina through voter education, progressive advocacy, and leadership development. 

Position Summary 

NCAAT is seeking a Community Engagement Coordinator to support and expand our community engagement work across North Carolina, with a particular focus on the Triangle region. This role supports day-to-day community engagement programming, event coordination, volunteer engagement, and data management. 

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, community-centered, and a strong communicator, with a demonstrated interest in community education, civic engagement, and relationship-building with Asian American and immigrant communities. The Community Engagement Coordinator is a key member of the Community Engagement Team and works closely with NCAAT staff, coalition partners, and volunteers to advance program goals.

Key Responsibilities 
Community Engagement Programming 

● Coordinate and implement community engagement programs, workshops, and events in collaboration with internal teams and community partners. 

● Support the planning and execution of large-scale community gatherings, including events such as Common Roots Festival during Asian Pacific American Heritage Month.

 ● Manage and organize community member and event data using CRMs such as EveryAction. ● Stay informed about issues impacting Asian communities in North Carolina, partner programming, and relevant national trends. 

● Attend stakeholder and coalition meetings and report key updates and insights to NCAAT staff. 

● Support in the planning of Know Your Rights Clinics 

Community Outreach & Volunteer Support 

● Engage AAPI community members, organizations, and partners to help build and sustain NCAAT’s community base. 

● Represent NCAAT at community events, including festivals, town halls, and partner-led gatherings. 

● Support volunteer engagement efforts in collaboration with the Membership Engagement Manager and the Deputy Director of Programs. 

● Submit timely communications requests to help highlight community needs and promote NCAAT programs and events through digital and social media channels. 

Cross‑Team Collaboration and Integration: 

● Work with Community, Youth, Voter Engagement, Advocacy, and Communications teams to embed membership across programs. 

● Represent NCAAT and NCAATIA at outreach events, including occasional tabling and community activities. 

Coordinate and support volunteers, and coach staff across departments in centering membership in their work.
 

Core NCAAT Leadership Competencies 

● Community Engagement and Service Orientation – Actively participates in outreach efforts and responds to community needs with care and accountability. 

● Collaboration and Teamwork – Works effectively with colleagues, partners, and volunteers to support shared goals.