Nonprofit Program Coordinator – Community Engagement

Career Guide

Coordinates community-facing programs for a nonprofit, organizing events, recruiting volunteers, building local partnerships, and tracking outcomes. Ensures projects run on time and budget while engaging residents and stakeholders to advance the organization’s mission.

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Key Responsibilities

Plan and execute community events and workshops
Recruit, train, and schedule volunteers
Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations
Track participation and outcomes; prepare program reports
Coordinate outreach campaigns and local communications
Manage program budgets, timelines, and logistics

Career Progression

Can Lead To

Community Engagement Manager

Program Manager

Director of Community Programs

Transition Opportunities

Development/Fundraising Coordinator

Communications/Marketing Coordinator

Public Affairs/Advocacy Associate

Program Evaluation Specialist

Common Skill Gaps

Often Missing Skills

Volunteer management systems (e.g., scheduling, retention strategies)Program evaluation and logic modelsSalesforce NPSP or similar nonprofit CRMGrant compliance and outcome reporting

Development SuggestionsComplete a nonprofit program evaluation course and a Salesforce NPSP admin training; apply skills by leading a volunteer-driven event for a local nonprofit to build measurable results.

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Salary & Demand

Median Salary Range

Entry Level$40,000-$50,000

Mid Level$50,000-$62,000

Senior Level$60,000-$75,000

Growth Trend

stable — steady nonprofit hiring; demand tied to grant and program funding

Companies Hiring

Major Employers

American Red CrossUnited WayBoys & Girls Clubs of America

Industry Sectors

Non-Profit & Social ImpactHealthcare & Public HealthEducation

Recommended Next Steps

Lead a volunteer or outreach initiative for a local nonprofit to build event and coordination experience and secure references.

Take a short course or certificate in nonprofit program management/evaluation and complete Salesforce NPSP Trailhead modules.

Conduct informational interviews with Program or Community Engagement Managers and join a local Young Nonprofit Professionals Network (YNPN) chapter.