Director of Community Engagement — Courtney Johnson
Operational Role Overview (prints as one page)
Role Purpose
The Director of Community Engagement strengthens the Foundation’s visibility, relationships, and trust by cultivating authentic connections with communities, partners, and supporters.
Core Responsibilities
- Build and maintain community partnerships and relationships
- Support events, outreach efforts, and public-facing initiatives
- Act as a bridge between community voices and Foundation leadership
- Identify engagement opportunities aligned with mission and values
- Provide feedback on community needs and emerging themes
Time Commitment
Ongoing monthly engagement with increased activity during events, campaigns, or partnership initiatives.
What Success Looks Like
Strong community relationships, increased awareness, and authentic engagement that supports the Foundation’s mission and growth.
Director of Community Engagement — Compensation Policy
Board governance vs. operational services clarified
Role Separation
Board duties performed as a Board Member (At-Large) are voluntary and unpaid. Compensation applies only to operational services performed in a non-board capacity as Director of Community Engagement.
Fixed monthly stipend; not tied to hourly tracking.
Funding Trigger
- At least $10,000 in awarded grant funding or documented, unrestricted committed donations, and
- Maintenance of three (3) months of operating reserves after stipend payment
Governance & Oversight
- Compensation requires independent board approval and documentation
- The individual will recuse herself from any discussion or vote regarding her compensation
- Compensation is reviewed annually for sustainability and reasonableness
Accountability Framework — Community Engagement
How operational contribution is verified
Standing Outcomes
- Community outreach and relationship-building activities completed
- Partnerships initiated or strengthened
- Events or engagement opportunities supported
- Community insights shared with leadership
- Next engagement priorities identified
Monthly Requirement
Submission of a Monthly Community Engagement Summary. Stipend release is contingent upon submission.
Monthly Community Engagement Summary — Template
Reusable one-page form