Outreach Assistant (temporary, part-time)

Duration: 3 months (with potential for extension)

Hours: 5-10 hours per week (up to 10 hours/week during the first month)

Pay: $18/hour

IDRA is an independent, non-profit organization led by Celina Moreno, J.D. Our mission is to achieve equal educational opportunity for every child through strong public schools that prepare all students to access and succeed in college.

We are seeking a motivated and community-oriented outreach assistant to support recruitment efforts for our monthly IDRA Education CAFEs for College Access events. This short-term role focuses on connecting with families and encouraging participation in small-group conversations centered on education and college access.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct outreach to recruit families for IDRA Education CAFEs for College Access sessions (phone calls, emails, in-person engagement and community networking)

- Build and maintain relationships with community members and partner organizations

- Assist in identifying and engaging a minimum of three to four families per session

- Distribute outreach materials and share information about upcoming events

- Track outreach efforts and participation using simple reporting tools

- Support event coordination as needed

Qualifications

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills

- Comfortable engaging with diverse communities

- Organized and reliable, with the ability to work independently

- Prior outreach, community engagement or customer-facing experience preferred

- Bilingual (English-Spanish) skills are a plus, but not required

Additional Information

This is a flexible, part-time role with heavier hours in the first month to support initial recruitment efforts. There is potential for the position to be extended based on program needs and performance.

To Apply

To apply, submit your completed application form, resume and your availability. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.

IDRA is an equal opportunity employer.