Community Engagement Manager - Fairmount Indigo CDC Collaborative

Third Sector New England

US-MA-Dorchester

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# of Openings: 1

Category: Environment and Animal-Related

Fairmount Indigo CDC Collaborative

Founded in 2004, the Fairmount Indigo CDC Collaborative (FICC) is a collaborative made up of three Boston-based community development corporations (CDCs):
Codman Square Neighborhood Development Corporation, Dorchester Bay Economic Development Corporation, and Southwest Boston Community Development Corporation. FICC's mission is to strengthen vibrant, sustainable neighborhoods united by the Fairmount/Indigo Commuter Rail Line. FICC seeks to advance racial, climate, and health equity and justice in our communities through increased affordable housing; excellent public transit; pathways to good jobs and financial resilience; sustainability innovations;

expanded green space and opportunities for active living; and vibrant public places. To see these objectives through, FICC organizes local residents, engages in state- and local-level policy advocacy, and coordinates action with neighborhood partners, public agencies, and other stakeholders.

FICC is a fiscally sponsored project of TSNE.

The Community Engagement Manager plays a central role in advancing the Fairmount Indigo CDC Collaborative’s (FICC) climate justice and health equity work through grassroots engagement, community leadership, and outreach. Reporting to the Director of Climate Justice, the Manager will design and lead inclusive engagement strategies, coordinate community-based events and campaigns, and support residents in advocating for policies that address climate and environmental injustices.

• Lead virtual and in-person outreach efforts to connect with residents, tenant associations, and grassroots partners across Dorchester, Roxbury, Mattapan, and Hyde Park.
• Use a variety of outreach methods—including phone calls, flyering, door‑knocking, and in-person canvassing—to reach residents who may not be active online.
• Serve as the point person for community engagement events and activities, providing welcoming, equitable spaces and addressing barriers to participation.
• Organize regular community workshops, gatherings, and listening sessions that reflect residents’ priorities and FICC’s mission.
• Represent FICC at community meetings, neighborhood coalitions, and local convenings.
• Gather feedback from community members and stakeholders to refine programs and inform planning.

• Recruit, train, and support residents to participate in policy advocacy and community organizing efforts.
• Coordinate turnout and testimony for public hearings, legislative campaigns, and direct actions.
• Help co‑facilitate resident‑led advocacy groups, ensuring inclusive processes and alignment with FICC’s shared policy priorities.
• Help track key local and state legislation related to climate, health, and environmental justice.

• Plan and execute in‑person and virtual events focused on climate resilience, health equity, and sustainable community development.
• Manage event logistics, promotion, and evaluation, ensuring events are accessible, impactful, and well‑attended.
• Collaborate with the Director of Climate Justice, EDs/CEOs and staff of the member CDCs to align events with strategic goals and community needs.

• Oversee and execute FICC’s social media strategy, including creating and posting engaging content across Instagram, Facebook, X (Twitter), Linked In, and Tik Tok.
• Manage FICC’s monthly e‑newsletter and other digital updates.
• Engage with residents and community partners through digital platforms to promote campaigns, events, and storytelling.
• Track engagement metrics and refine strategies to grow FICC’s reach and visibility.

• Support the Director of Climate Justice with program strategy, community engagement planning, and team coordination.
• Contribute to the development and review of work plans, grant proposals, and community‑based programming.
• Participate in…