Regional Outreach Liaison
Regional Outreach Liaison
Position Summary
Thrive is a fast-paced organization with an innovative culture seeking a full-time Regional Outreach Liaison to join its multi-disciplinary team under the Chief Communications Officer. The Liaison fosters partnerships, builds relationships, and advances initiatives across the tri-state, greater Chattanooga region. This role engages with local governments, community stakeholders, nonprofits, and private sector partners to enhance regional connectivity, resilience, and economic vitality. The Liaison serves as a primary point of contact, ensuring effective communication, collaboration, and identifying opportunities to address regional needs. Responsibilities include attending/coordinating events, workshops, and presentations to promote awareness of current initiatives and resources, as well as advance Thrive’s mission by deepening relationships across the region.
In addition to external engagement, the Regional Outreach Liaison works closely with internal teams to implement outreach strategies for specific programs and initiatives. The Liaison gathers community feedback, monitors emerging trends, and provides data-driven insights to support the development and improvement of initiatives. Success in this role requires exceptional interpersonal skills and an understanding of regional dynamics. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and passionate about making a meaningful impact through collaborative regional efforts.
Responsibilities
- Provide outreach and engagement support to effectively implement major regional initiatives of Thrive Regional Partnership.
- Serve as a liaison between Thrive and community stakeholders, building strong relationships and acting as a professional representative of the organization throughout the region.
- Coordinate and facilitate outreach efforts, including meetings and community events, to advance Thrive’s goal of increasing collaboration with communities across the region.
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders to gather information, identify shared priorities, and support the timely achievement of initiative milestones.
- Monitor, track, and assess community engagement activities, identifying challenges and proposing solutions to enhance outreach effectiveness and maintain momentum.
- Conduct on-site visits and community meetings to build trust, ensure alignment with project goals, and understand local needs and opportunities.
- Prepare and maintain outreach materials and documentation, such as stakeholder correspondence, engagement reports, and project updates.
- Stay informed on emerging opportunities and trends relevant to regional priorities, sharing insights to support program development and long-term success.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support Thrive’s mission and ensure impactful community partnerships.
Minimum Qualifications
- College degree in Public Administration, Community Development, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Experience in outreach, community engagement, or stakeholder coordination, preferably within a regional, nonprofit, or public-sector environment.
- Knowledge of regional planning, placemaking, and cultural diversity, with an understanding of the unique dynamics within rural, suburban, and urban communities.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, build consensus, and foster partnerships.
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, with a professional attitude and ability to represent the organization in public forums.
- Proficiency in collaborative work platforms such as Google Workspace, Slack, and project management tools.
- Valid driver’s license and eligibility to legally work in the U.S., with the ability to travel regionally as required.
Compensation
To Apply
Interested applicants may apply by sharing a persuasive cover letter, a resume, and references, combined into one PDF document of no more than 4 pages, via email to jobs@thriveregion.org to the attention of Rhett Bentley, Chief Communications.
Review will begin immediately and continue until the position is hired.
Why Work For Thrive
The Benefits Are Great
At Thrive, we value your well-being. That's why we offer a robust benefits package designed to support the whole you.
You’ll Meet Motivated People
In our initiatives, you’ll work alongside dedicated professionals who share Thrive’s commitment to responsible growth in the tri-state.
You’ll Explore Beautiful Places
Discover hidden gems and breathtaking landscapes in southern Appalachia as you support community efforts.
We Invest In Our Team
Just as we encourage growth from within communities, Thrive values professional growth on our team. We offer opportunities for leadership development.
About Thrive
Thrive Regional Partnership inspires responsible growth through conversation, connection, and collaboration across northeast Alabama, northwest Georgia, and southeast Tennessee.
Stewardship
Just as we steward the region’s natural and cultural resources, we are trusted stewards of Thrive’s time, financial and human resources.
Relationship-Building
Progress moves at the speed of trust, and trust is built when collaborative solutions are designed around the voices of the people we serve. We prioritize relationship-building and listening to the voices of our region as a critical foundation of our work.
Inclusiveness
We include, embrace and honor the cross-cultural diversity of our region and continually work to foster an environment that respects diverse traditions, heritages, and experiences throughout our entire 16-county region.
Results-Oriented
Our focus is on achieving measurable outcomes based on clear, strategic goals that align with our mission and purpose, rather than the appearance of results.
Quality
The quality of our work reflects the quality of our organization and the region’s aspirations.
Knowledge-Driven
We grow our knowledge to grow our work. We invest in the knowledge growth of our staff, volunteers, and general public of the tri-state region.
Not Sure You're The Right Fit?
We are always accepting resumes from interested candidates. If that’s you, please share your resume and brief letter of interest to info@thriveregion.org.