Outreach Support

Location: Southern and Metro East Illinois
Reports to: Illinois Outreach Director
Hours: 8–12 hours per week
Compensation: $25/hour
Term: 6-month contract

About Faith in Place

Faith in Place is a multi-faith environmental organization working at the intersection of faith, climate justice, and community organizing. We partner with congregations and community leaders across Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin to advance people-powered solutions rooted in care for the Earth and one another.

Position Overview

Faith in Place is seeking a part-time Illinois Outreach Support staff member to provide short-term capacity support for outreach and organizing efforts in Southern and Metro East Illinois. This role is designed to strengthen relationship-building, event support, and program coordination during a focused six-month period.

The Illinois Outreach Support position is ideal for someone who is community-rooted, organized, and comfortable supporting grassroots engagement efforts in collaboration with staff, congregations, and local partners.

Key Responsibilities

Outreach & Relationship Support

• Support outreach efforts with congregations, Green Teams, and community partners in Southern and Metro East Illinois.
• Assist with follow-ups, scheduling, and coordination related to outreach activities.
• Support relationship maintenance by tracking contacts, notes, and next steps in Monday.com.

Program & Event Support

• Assist with planning and logistics for outreach events, workshops, and gatherings.
• Support on-the-ground event needs when applicable, including setup, registration, and participant coordination.
• Help prepare outreach materials and resources as needed.

Organizing & Administrative Support

• Maintain accurate records of outreach activities and participation.
• Coordinate with the Illinois Outreach Director to support short-term priorities and deliverables.

Qualifications

• Connection to or familiarity with Southern and/or Metro East Illinois communities.
• Experience or interest in community outreach, organizing, faith-based work, or environmental justice.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working independently with clear guidance and check-ins.
• Basic comfort with digital tools such as Microsoft Suite and Monday.com and shared tracking systems.
• Alignment with Faith in Place’s mission and values.

Work Expectations

• This is a part-time, hourly, 6-month contract position.
• Work hours are flexible within agreed-upon weekly expectations.
• Some evening or weekend availability may be required for events or meetings.
• This role may involve local travel within Southern and Metro East Illinois.

Compensation & Term

• $25 per hour for 8–12 hours per week.
• Six-month contract, with a defined scope of work and clear priorities.
• This position does not include benefits.