Community Engagement Specialist

About City of Hope,
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked among the top in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

The Specialist, Community Relations supports the development, coordination and execution of community relations strategies that strengthen City of Hope relationships, reputation and visibility in the communities it serves. Reporting to the Community Relations Manager, this role assists in building and maintaining relationships with nonprofit organizations, civic groups, chambers, employers, schools, cancer support organizations, patient-focused organizations and other community stakeholders.

The specialist coordinates community outreach initiatives, educational programs, screenings, sponsorships, volunteer activities and special events from planning through follow-up. The role works cross-functionally with clinical, marketing, communications, legal, compliance, philanthropy, operations and other internal teams to ensure community activities are mission-aligned, well organized and appropriately represented. The specialist maintains project documentation, calendars, budgets, partner records and impact metrics; identifies community needs and engagement opportunities; and provides timely updates, risks and recommendations to the Community Relations Manager.

EXPERIENCE - Minimum two years of experience in community relations, community outreach, public health, nonprofit relations, external affairs, event coordination or a related field

EDUCATION-Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, public health, business, marketing, nonprofit management or a related field.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Strong relationship-building, project coordination, event planning, written communication and presentation skills

Proficiency with Microsoft 365

Ability to manage confidential information, competing deadlines and community-facing responsibilities with professionalism

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria:  work experience, qualifications, and work location.

Please note: City of Hope is committed to a safe and transparent hiring experience. Please be aware that scammers may attempt to impersonate our organization through fake job postings, emails or interviews.

• Apply only through our official website or trusted partner platforms.
• City of Hope will never request payment or fees at any stage of the hiring process.
• We will not request sensitive personal or financial information prior to the acceptance of a formal offer.
• All communications will come from official @coh.org email addresses.
• Interviews are conducted only through approved, professional channels.
• Be cautious of unsolicited communications, urgent requests or opportunities that seem inconsistent with standard hiring practices.
• If you receive any suspicious communication, please report it to [email protected].