Parent Engagement and Community Events Manager

This role is a key member of the Community Giving and Impact office (CGI) and requires a detail-oriented, collaborative, and mission-driven manager. This individual will support the Community Giving and Impact Office by managing a variety of initiatives that foster community engagement and institutional growth. This position is responsible for many of the community-building events and has the opportunity to enhance school pride, connection, and resources.

Responsibilities

MV Parent Network Coordination

• Serve as the primary liaison between school administration and the Mount Vernon Parent Network (MVPN) leadership
• Recruitment and Retention of Parent Volunteers and Staff Liaisons
• Coordinate and support MVPN meeting scheduling, agenda setting, and communication logistics
• Facilitate parent volunteer engagement for events, programs, and initiatives
• Manage communications related to MVPN activities, including newsletters and social media updates
• Support MVPN committee work, including attending parent meetings and participating in hands-on preparations for events
• Communicate regularly and proactively with parents to facilitate engagement and support

Event Planning & Execution

• Plan and coordinate logistics for a range of events, primarily including Signature Events, MVPN events, and all-school celebrations; support the planning and execution of other CGI and school events as needed
• Collaborate with the Major Gifts Officer to identify and secure Corporate Sponsorships
• Collaborate with the CGI Coordinator to maintain accurate event fundraising records across platforms
• Identify and secure opportunities to achieve event fundraising goals

• Experience coordinating parent volunteer organizations, planning and executing fundraising and school events
• Ability to oversee organizational calendars and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team