Outreach Program Coordinator (Nonprofit Sector)

Career Guide
Coordinates community outreach programs for nonprofits by planning events, building partnerships, engaging participants, and tracking outcomes to meet grant and program goals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and execute outreach events and workshops
  • Build and maintain relationships with community partners
  • Recruit, train, and schedule volunteers
  • Deliver community presentations and staff information tables
  • Track participation, outcomes, and maintain CRM records
  • Prepare program reports for grants and stakeholders
  • Coordinate logistics, materials, and outreach calendar
  • Develop basic outreach communications (flyers, emails, social posts)

Career Progression

Can Lead To
Community Outreach Manager
Program Manager
Partnerships or Community Engagement Manager
Transition Opportunities
Volunteer Coordinator
Grant Writer
Event Planner
Communications/Marketing Coordinator
Community Health Worker

Common Skill Gaps

Often Missing Skills
Grant writing and outcome reportingSalesforce or similar nonprofit CRM proficiencyData evaluation and KPI developmentPartnership development with MOUs and referral pathways
Development SuggestionsComplete an intro grant writing course and draft a sample proposal; earn Salesforce NPSP badges via Trailhead and build a practice org to log outreach data.

Salary & Demand

Median Salary Range
Entry Level$38,000-$48,000
Mid Level$48,000-$62,000
Senior Level$62,000-$78,000
Growth Trend
stable — steady need across community services, health, and education nonprofits

Companies Hiring

Major Employers
American Red CrossPlanned ParenthoodYMCA
Industry Sectors
Non-Profit & Social ImpactHealthcare & Public HealthEducation & Youth Services

Recommended Next Steps

1
Take a university extension or community college course in Grant Writing and produce a portfolio-ready proposal and report.
2
Complete Salesforce Trailhead modules for Nonprofit Success Pack (NPSP) and practice building dashboards for outreach KPIs.
3
Lead a volunteer outreach event (through a local nonprofit) to demonstrate logistics planning, partner coordination, and post-event reporting.