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Manager, Community Engagement, Area 8

Position: Manager, Community Engagement Area 8

Department: Programs

Supervisor: Senior Manager, Community Engagement, Area 8

Job Role:

Manager, Community Engagement is responsible for supporting all competitive and non-competitive program development. The responsibilities of the job include but are not limited to: athlete recruitment, volunteer recruitment, family engagement, new business development, volunteer management, developing strategic partnerships and individual donor stewardship.

Qualifications:

BS/BA degree preferred in business, marketing, sports management, or related field
Understand and embrace the mission and philosophy of Special Olympics and our athletes.
Sports knowledge desired
Experience in marketing
Excellent written and presentation skills
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects at a time.
Experience in recruiting, motivating, supervising and delegating tasks to volunteers
Ability to take initiative and work independently
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
Strong interpersonal skills
Proficient computer skills including knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Possess a working knowledge of Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Constant Contact
Regular attendance required

Responsibilities:

Assists in robust community outreach to families, businesses, elected officials, and other local and regional stakeholders to build relationships that help to further Special Olympics Florida’s objectives
Work collaboratively with Special Olympics Florida staff on County, Area, Invitational, State or Regional Games
Supports sports and non-competitive staff in development of strategy to expand programming in assigned area to include marketing plan to recruit athletes, unified partners, volunteers and new donors to support programs.
Maintain current knowledge of Special Olympics Florida policies and procedures.
Assists in the development of an annual budget that supports community outreach activities for revenue growth and sustainability of program
Work collaboratively with program staff to ensure the proper management of volunteers with an appropriate recognition program
Support the Sr Manager, Community Engagement in creation of monthly newsletter and social media content
Maintain and expand community partnerships to support Special Olympics Florida programming
Assist in the coordination of special events, including donor/volunteer appreciation events or fundraising initiatives.
Help organize public outreach events including community meetings and open houses to introduce Special Olympics Florida to external stakeholders
Develop and maintain a comprehensive volunteer computer database.
Work with Director, Resource Development to cultivate corporate partnerships and steward individual donors
Ensure promotional activities are in place for county and local programs year round
Support Senior Manager, Community Engagement in creation of an annual engagement plan, establishing benchmarks for program development and evaluation
Represent the organization externally in community engagement program related activities and events
Assists in oversight of Special Olympics Florida annual campaigns and peer-to-peer events in assigned area including but not limited to: TD Bank, Publix Torch Campaign, Polar Plunge, Plane Pull and Law Enforcement Torch Run
Promote Athlete Leadership opportunities in assigned area
Identify and recruit athletes appropriate for Athlete Leadership
Recruit mentors and Athlete Input Council facilitators
Work with Senior Manager on New Letters and Social Tasks
Attend Athlete Input Council meetings
Work collaboratively with state office on development of training opportunities in assigned area or region
Other duties as assigned

Special Requirements:

Must be able to travel and complete weekend and evening duties as assigned
Must be able to lift 50 lbs

Status: Full-time exempt position

Salary: Based on experience

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The mission of Special Olympics is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical ...

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Nonprofit

INDUSTRY

Civic & Social Services

TEAM SIZE

201-500

LOCATION

Hybrid, based in Washington, DC

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