Outreach and Community Engagement Manager

Position Details

Position Information

Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 26310

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Rachel Norris
rachel.norris

Classification Title Communications Professional

Working Title Outreach and Community Engagement Manager

This position will support AHEC/MORH in conducting activities to align with the mission of the department by developing and implementing strategic outreach initiatives to strengthen relationships with partners, stakeholders, and communities while advancing organizational goals. This role leads event planning and statewide convenings, manages advisory committee coordination, oversees public-facing communications and social media strategy, cultivates partnerships, and analyzes outreach impact to ensure cohesive, effective engagement across all platforms.

• Position Number: 4C0503
• Department:
  Montana AHEC/Rural Health Division, College of Nursing
• Appointment Type:
  Professional Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester
• FLSA:
  Exempt
• Union Affiliation:
  Exempt from Collective Bargaining
• FTE: 1.0
• Benefits Eligible:
  Yes
• Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications
• Contract Type: LOA
• Recruitment Type:
  Open

The Montana Office of Rural Health and Area Health Education Center (MORH/AHEC) is dedicated to strengthening healthcare across Montana. We work as a unified force to address the unique healthcare challenges facing our state. These foundational investments enable us to pursue additional funding, expand our reach, and ensure rural communities have access to the healthcare training and support they need.

• Develop and implement community outreach strategies that strengthen MORH/AHEC relationships with local partners, stakeholders, and the public.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute events including community forums, educational workshops, stakeholder meetings, and large statewide convenings in person and online.
• Serve as primary staff liaison for the statewide advisory committees, including scheduling, agenda development, facilitation support, and follow-up.
• Create and manage promotional and educational materials, including newsletters, presentations, reports, social media content, and website updates.
• Develop and manage MORH/AHEC’s social media strategy, including content planning, creation, scheduling, and engagement across platforms.
• Ensure all public-facing materials maintain a cohesive voice, visual identity, and alignment with organizational standards.
• Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, healthcare providers, and public agencies to advance organizational initiatives.
• Manage logistics for large-scale meetings, including venue coordination, technology setup, materials preparation, and participant communication.
• Monitor and respond to requests from key partners in a timely and professional manner.
• Collect, analyze, and report data related to outreach efforts, event participation, and community impact.
• Represent MORH/AHEC at community events, meetings, and public forums.
• Support internal teams with communication strategies that promote programs, services, and organizational goals.

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, public health, marketing, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 3+ years of experience in community engagement, event coordination, marketing, public relations, or stakeholder management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to tailor messaging for various audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to shifting priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

• Experience working with universities, government agencies, public health systems, or rural communities.
• Proven success coordinating large meetings or multi‑stakeholder initiatives.
• Experience managing social media accounts and developing promotional campaigns.
• Familiarity with data collection, reporting, and evaluation…