Community Program Assistant (Non-Profit/Education)

Career Guide
A Community Program Assistant in the non-profit or education sector supports the planning and execution of community programs and events. They collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure successful program implementation and engage with the community to promote organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in the development and implementation of community programs
  • Coordinate logistics for community events and activities
  • Maintain relationships with community partners and stakeholders
  • Collect and manage data related to program outcomes
  • Support the marketing and communication efforts for programs

Top Skills for Success

Communication
Event Planning
Data Management
Relationship Building

Career Progression

Can Lead To
Program Coordinator
Community Outreach Specialist
Transition Opportunities
Program Manager
Community Engagement Director

Common Skill Gaps

Often Missing Skills
Advanced Data AnalysisGrant Writing
Development SuggestionsConsider online courses or workshops in data analysis tools and grant writing techniques to improve these skills.

Salary & Demand

Median Salary Range
Entry Level$30,000 - $40,000
Mid Level$40,000 - $50,000
Senior Level$50,000 - $60,000
Growth Trend
Steady demand with opportunities in growing non-profit and education sectors.

Companies Hiring

Major Employers
Local Non-ProfitsEducational Institutions
Industry Sectors
Non-ProfitEducation

Recommended Next Steps

1
Pursue volunteer opportunities to gain experience in program assistance
2
Network with professionals in the non-profit or education sectors to learn about open roles

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