Community Outreach Assistant - Entry Level Job at New Catalyst, Louisville, KY

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  • New Catalyst
  • Louisville, KY

Job Description

Mission-Driven Work | Paid Training | Make a Real Impact as a Community Outreach Assistant

Join our nonprofit team dedicated to creating meaningful change in local communities. We’re hiring Community Outreach Assistants who are passionate about social justice, advocacy, and grassroots impact. This entry-level, paid role requires no prior nonprofit experience—just your empathy, energy, and commitment to serve.

Key Responsibilities

  • Build and nurture relationships with local residents, nonprofits, and community stakeholders

  • Assist in planning and executing community outreach events, educational workshops, and advocacy campaigns

  • Support volunteer coordination, stakeholder engagement, and grassroots mobilization efforts

  • Collect and analyze community feedback and track event participation and impact

  • Represent the organization professionally at public forums, community meetings, and outreach initiatives

  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure programs uphold equity, inclusion, and authentic community voices

Who We’re Looking For

  • Empathetic, mission-driven communicators who prioritize human connection

  • Organized, detail-oriented individuals with strong follow-through skills

  • Passionate advocates interested in social justice, public service, or nonprofit work

  • Dependable team players with flexibility to support local events and field activities

  • No prior experience necessary—just a sincere desire to learn and grow in the nonprofit sector

What You’ll Gain

  • Practical experience in community engagement, advocacy, and nonprofit outreach

  • Opportunities to make a tangible impact alongside passionate changemakers

  • Mentorship and hands-on training in event planning, public communication, and stakeholder relations

  • A collaborative, inclusive team culture that values your unique perspective and growth

  • A solid foundation for careers in social work, public health, nonprofit leadership, or community advocacy

Ideal Candidates

  • Recent graduates, current college students, or career changers seeking mission-focused work

  • Professionals from education, hospitality, customer service, or retail aiming to transition into purpose-driven roles

  • Passionate individuals eager to contribute to social impact and community empowerment

  • Team-oriented people excited to grow within an equity-focused, empowering nonprofit environment

Apply today to join a purpose-driven team where your efforts help transform communities and build a better future.

Job Tags

Full time, Local area,

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