Community Health Advocate

Sowega Rising Inc

Albany, GA

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Community Health, Community Relations, Data Collection, Data Management, Data Quality, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Hardware Virtualization, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Local News, Marketing, Medicine, Multitasking, Nonprofit, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Psychology, Public Health, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Relationship Management, Sales Management, Social Media, Social Work, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Albany, GA

POSTED

30+ days ago

Benefits:

Competitive salary
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development

Position Summary

The Community Health Advocate (Part-Time / Contract) serves as a trusted representative of SOWEGA Rising Inc. in the Albany, Georgia community and surrounding counties. Working in close partnership with the Morehouse School of Medicine RCMI Community Engagement Core and the FIGHT for Life Study, this individual promotes health equity, builds community relationships, represents SOWEGA Rising at public events, and supports research outreach and data collection activities.

This role requires a self-directed professional who communicates effectively with diverse audiences — including residents, media outlets, and health researchers — and who is deeply committed to improving health outcomes for Black families in Southwest Georgia.

This position is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and requires a high degree of professionalism, cultural competency, and reliability.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Essential functions are the primary job duties that are fundamental to the role.

1. Community Representation & Event Engagement

Attend and host community events to represent the FIGHT for Life Study and other health-related initiatives on behalf of SOWEGA Rising Inc.
Promote study participation and organizational programs through meaningful conversations, distribution of materials, and public presence at community gatherings.
Represent SOWEGA Rising at 1–2 outreach events per month, including some weekend events as required.
Serve as a local liaison and advisor to the Morehouse School of Medicine Community Engagement Core (CEC), connecting community partners, leaders, and residents to CEC initiatives.
Host a minimum of two (2) advocacy trainings per year for CEC partners and community members.

2. Reporting & Data Management

Attend monthly meetings with internal team and research partners to report findings and updates from community events and outreach activities.
Collect, organize, and maintain accurate data related to community engagement, participant interactions, and outreach outcomes.
Assist in disseminating community engagement activities and materials in alignment with agreed-upon timelines.
Complete all required compliance and research training, including CITI (Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative) certification, prior to beginning study-related activities.

3. Communications & Public Relations

Communicate with local news sources, press contacts, and media outlets to market and publicize upcoming events and health initiatives.
Draft and distribute outreach communications including announcements, press materials, and social media content as directed.
Advise on translation and dissemination activities to ensure messaging is culturally appropriate and accessible to the target community.

4. Community Relationship Management

Cultivate and maintain strong, ongoing relationships with community stakeholders, residents, faith-based organizations, and partner agencies.
Share and maintain a community calendar to coordinate SOWEGA Rising activities with local partner events.
Assist in identifying appropriate venues and community spaces to host engagement activities and advocacy trainings.

5. Other Duties

Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Executive Director or designee, consistent with the mission and goals of SOWEGA Rising Inc.

Qualifications
Education & Experience

Associate degree or higher in a health-related field, Psychology, Social Work, Community Health, Public Health, Community Health Advocacy, or a closely related discipline required.
Equivalent combination of education and directly relevant experience may be considered at the discretion of the hiring authority.
1–3 years of experience in community advocacy, community health work, outreach, or a related role required.
2 or more years of demonstrated public speaking experience, including presentations to diverse audiences, required.
Prior nonprofit or community-based organization experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strong written communication skills, including the ability to draft professional correspondence, event summaries, and outreach materials.
Public relations or marketing skills, including experience with media outreach or promotional communications (strongly preferred).
Excellent attention to detail in data collection, documentation, and reporting.
Effective time management with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated ability to work respectfully and effectively with diverse communities, particularly Black families and residents of Southwest Georgia.
Proficiency with basic technology tools, including email, calendar applications, virtual meeting platforms, and standard office software.
Ability and willingness to work some weekends as required by event schedules.
Reliable transportation and ability to travel locally within Albany, GA and surrounding counties.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements (ADA-Aligned)
The physical and environmental demands described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

This role operates in community-based settings including outdoor events, public meetings, and faith-based or nonprofit spaces, as well as in a standard office environment.
Ability to remain in a stationary or standing position for extended periods during community events.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally (event materials, print supplies, signage).
Regular local travel within Albany, GA and surrounding counties for community events, meetings, and outreach activities.
Some evening and weekend work is required based on event schedules and organizational needs.

Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and employment process for individuals with disabilities, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable Georgia law.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

SOWEGA Rising is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We strongly encourage applications from women, people of color, bilingual or bicultural individuals, LGBTQ+ individuals, and others from historically marginalized communities.

Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, medical condition, or HIV/AIDS status.

Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and employment process.

Job Description Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Employment with SOWEGA Rising Inc. is at-will unless otherwise specified in a written contract.

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Sowega Rising Inc

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