This full-time position leads daily outreach and engagement activities for Queens Village (QV), a program of Cradle Cincinnati, with a focus on building deep relationships, increasing participation in QV events and initiatives, and ensuring strong digital and on-the-ground visibility. The specialist supports social media and grassroots marketing, engaging and activating community and board members, support programming efforts and uplifts community stories that reflect the voices and power of Black women and birthing people.

Essential Responsibilities:

Community Outreach & Engagement

• Serve as a connector and trusted presence between Cradle Cincinnati/Queens Village and Black families, birthing people, and community stakeholders.

• Build awareness of and participation in Queens Village initiatives through 1:1 engagement, follow-up, and word-of-mouth networks.

• Coordinate and support street teams, flyer distribution, and text campaigns to expand grassroots outreach.

Marketing & Promotion

• Support the Senior Marketing Specialist in managing QV marketing calendar and content creation

• Collaborate with staff and community members to develop storytelling posts, reels, graphics, and event recaps that reflect the voices and experiences of Black women and families.

• Support the creation of branded flyers, graphics, and outreach materials to support QV campaigns, events, and wellness programs.

• Manage QV’s Eventbrite platform for event registration, descriptions, and participant follow-up.

• Develop QV Newsletter strategy and send out monthly village, Board and periodic special newsletters

Community Events & Coordination

• Support logistics for community events including The Queens Village Wellness Journey, including site prep, vendors, registration, outreach, and follow-up.

• Support the recruitment and engagement of participants in Queens Village offerings.

• Assist with data collection and storytelling from events, including testimonials, photos, and survey responses.

Other Functions (include but are not limited to):

• Represent Queens Village and Cradle Cincinnati in public events, media, and community partnerships.

• Support planning, evaluation, and strategic storytelling tied to QV program goals.

• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and internal planning sessions.

• Adhere to organizational policies, procedures, and professional standards.

• Fulfill other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong relationship-building skills with an understanding of culturally responsive engagement in Black communities.

• Passionate about Black maternal health, community voice, and the power of storytelling and connection.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong skills in digital platforms (Instagram, Canva, Eventbrite, etc.), with a creative eye for content and branding.

• Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects at once.

• Knowledge of social media strategy, grassroots organizing, and community-centered design is a plus.

Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

• Occasional evening and weekend work required for community events.

• Familiarity with Queens Village or similar birth equity or Black-women-led organizing preferred.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 3+ years of work experience in a related job discipline

• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

• Occasional evening and weekend work required for community events.

• Familiarity with Queens Village or similar birth equity or Black-women-led organizing preferred.

Primary Location

Burnet Campus

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Department

Cradle Cincinnati

Employee Status

Regular

FTE

1

Weekly Hours

40

*Expected Starting Pay Range

*Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status

$21.52 - $26.23

• Medical coverage starting day one of employment. View employee benefits here.

• Competitive retirement plans

• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education

• Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners

• Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs for qualified positions

• Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group

• Physical and mental health wellness programs

• Relocation assistance available for qualified positions

*Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type

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