Company description

Bible Center Church in Homewood, led by Doctors John and Cynthia Wallace, is a community-focused ministry that operates The Oasis Project, its community and economic development arm, to transform the neighborhood. It aims to create "oases" of safety and prosperity through education, employment, and entrepreneurship initiatives. Through outreach programs, like The Maker's Clubhouse Early Learning Center and out-of-school time work, Everyday Cafe, Own Our Own Business Development Center, Oasis Farm, CHAPEL (Community Health Assistance, Programming & Engagement Leadership), Oasis Community Kitchen, and Oasis Transportation, Bible Center strives to make the community more like heaven.

Job description

OVERVIEW

The Outreach and Engagement Coordinator helps Oasis Farm build relationships and trust with volunteers, neighbors, Bible Center Church members, and community partners through community-based engagement in Homewood and the greater Pittsburgh area. We are seeking a personable, experienced team member to grow our volunteer base by engaging with people at the farm, in community spaces, and throughout Homewood. This in-person role works alongside the farm crew and volunteers, coordinates farm events and programs, and represents Oasis Farm in the community.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Working closely with the Oasis Farm and Oasis Project team, you will…

Program Coordination & Outdoor Work (40%)

•Help plan, coordinate, and facilitate farm events, volunteer workdays, and educational programs (like, farm tours, workshops, Workshare, Field2Fork, The Maker’s Clubhouse, TMC Early Learning Center)

•Coordinate volunteer schedules, orientations, communications, and participation tracking

•Work alongside farm crew and volunteers on farm and maintenance tasks during programs and busy periods

Neighborhood Outreach & Community Engagement (35%)

•Connect with and recruit neighbors, volunteers, and program participants throughout Homewood

•Recruit participants and promote farm programs at community events, farmers markets, and neighborhood gatherings

•Create and distribute communications materials (photos, flyers, social media, promotional materials)

Partner Relationships (15%)

•Build and maintain relationships with local organizations, schools, faith-based ministries, and institutional partners

•Present about the farm and invite collaboration at partner meetings, events, and conferences

Additional Responsibilities (10%)

•Participate in meetings and trainings

•Complete tasks and paperwork within deadlines

•Contribute as active member of Bible Center Church team

•Other duties based on experience and interest

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Experience & Skills (Required)

•1-3 years community-based outreach and engagement (direct service work, event tabling, door-to-door, etc.)

•Personal vehicle

•Flexible schedule including weekend and evening availability

•Strong problem-solving skills and professional maturity

•Proactive communication and organizational skills

•Comfort working with diverse groups and building trust across difference

•Background clearances (Federal, State, Child Abuse)

Physical Demands: Walking, standing, bending, lifting/moving heavy items (50+ lbs), outdoor work in all weather conditions throughout the season.

Strongly Preferred

•Experience with manual outdoor labor - farm work, landscaping, or similar physically demanding work

•Connection to or knowledge of Homewood community

•Experience building trust in communities with existing leadership and networks

•Background in food systems, urban agriculture, or community-based food work

•Digital communications and print skills (social media, newsletters, graphic design, photography)

BENEFITS

•Discount at Everyday Café

•Professional development support

•Mileage reimbursement

Interviews: January - February

Start date: early to mid-March 2026

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $15-20/hr

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Deadline

no deadline