Cultural Outreach Coordinator - Center for Irish Studies
Cultural Outreach Coordinator - Center for Irish Studies
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Job Title: Cultural Outreach Coordinator
Location: William J Flynn Center for Irish Studies St Thomas University Houston TX
Job Type: Part-Time Flexible Hours (combination of remote and then onsite at the Center as needed for key meetings/events)
About Us: The William J Flynn Center is dedicated to fostering cultural understanding and community engagement through diverse programs and initiatives. We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Cultural Outreach Coordinator to join our team and help us build bridges across cultures. The Cultural Outreach Coordinator would be responsible for helping to book and oversee roughly six annual events centered on Irish music poetry history film and art. All events will be open to the University and the public so part of this role will include marketing the events in the Houston area. The Cultural Outreach Coordinator will work closely with the Development Office at St. Thomas as well as the Center Director.
Our nationally and internationally renowned Flynn Center for Irish Studies is one of USTs six Centers for Excellence and features academic cultural outreach and study abroad programs. We provide our students with a broad array of interdisciplinary courses taught by UST faculty. The Irish Studies program offers a minor in Irish Studies at the undergraduate level and a concentration in Irish Studies in the Master of Liberal Arts program at the graduate level. Most of our courses are open for the public to audit with the professors permission and space availability.
Our Centers mission:
- To preserve Irish heritage and culture
- To promote peace and reconciliation around the world using the Northern Ireland model
- To serve as a premier Center for Irish and Irish American Studies in Texas and the Southwest offering outstanding educational opportunities to our students and the community
Job Summary: The Cultural Outreach Coordinator will be responsible for developing and implementing outreach programs that promote awareness of Irish culture. This role involves working closely with Irish related community organizations schools arts venues and other stakeholders such as the St. Thomas student body to create and deliver programs that celebrate Irish cultural heritage and foster mutual understanding.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute outreach strategies to engage Irish communities across Houston e.g. Houston Gaels Irish Society Of Houston Irish Network Irish Women In Energy Houston School of Irish Music.
- Plan and coordinate cultural events workshops and programs including assisting with the annual Irish Gala and annual St. Patricks Day Mass and Brunch.
- Build and maintain relationships with community organizations schools and cultural groups.
- Conduct outreach activities to raise awareness about cultural programs and initiatives.
- Collaborate with internal teams within the Center and the University to ensure alignment with organizational goals for outreach and the larger mission of the University.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of outreach programs and make recommendations for improvement.
- Prepare reports and presentations on outreach activities and outcomes.
- Manage outreach budgets and resources effectively.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in community outreach program coordination or a related role in event planning
- Demonstrable understanding of and alignment with the mission of the University of St. Thomas.
- Experience collaborating in teams working with third parties budgeting/planning
- Strong understanding of Irish culture Irish identity in the USA
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency in marketing social media platforms and other forms of engagement
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed (for major events 6-8 per year)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with community groups or relevant experience in a non-profit or event planning
- Knowledge of local cultural organizations and resources.
Benefits:
- Salary $32000 (Part time)
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
- Flexible working hours to accommodate your schedule.
- Medical dental and other benefits eligible
Start Date: Flexible (strong desire for candidate to begin before September/Term start)
Queries about this position should be directed to Dr. Martin Lockerd at
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
