Independent Contractor: Outreach and Relationship Development in Phila. Schools (Part Time), WAC – Aug 27

Posted by World Affairs Council of Philadelphia on August 10, 2021

About the World Affairs Council

The World Affairs Council (WAC) of Philadelphia is a +70-year-old private, nonprofit, nonpartisan educational organization dedicated to informing and engaging people of all ages on matters of national and international significance. The Council provides its members and the greater Philadelphia community with access to influential figures in the global arena though speaker events as well as opportunities to visit fascinating destinations through its unique travel program. The Council offers professional development to enhance global fluency skills and leaders’ confidence when working cross-culturally through its Global Leadership Institute. With the support of individual and corporate members, the Council’s global education serves an annual average of 2,500 area students across 85 schools who are the citizens, workforce, and leaders of the future. More information.

Scope of Work for Independent Contractor: Outreach and Relationship Development in Philadelphia Schools

The independent contractor will be responsible for expanding and sustaining the participation of partner middle and high schools with Council’s education programming and initiatives. Responsibilities include but are not limited to coordinating outreach efforts to school districts, schools, and partner institutions, primarily located in and around the greater Philadelphia region, with an emphasis on federally designated “Title 1” and/or under resourced schools. The contractor will recruit, secure, onboard, and sustain engagement with new schools while supporting program delivery and engagement efforts with existing partners. The contractor will also plan and implement outreach activities in collaboration with schools and community partners which includes (but is not limited to) site visits, presentations, assemblies, club meetings, and conferences. This contractor may be required to travel to schools, school district agencies, and community partner institutions. Additionally, the contractor will help to gather data to prepare and deliver reports and presentations related to both school, student, and program enrollment and outreach activities.

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Apply by August 27.