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Job Posting: Community Engagement Manager

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It’s an exciting time for Epilepsy Alliance America.  We are hiring for a newly created position – Community Engagement Manager.

The full position summary can be found below as well as a link to the application.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT MANAGER

Position Summary: 

The Community Engagement Manager is a dynamic leader responsible for organizing, developing, implementing, and expanding the community engagement programs. They play a crucial role in enhancing fundraising results by fostering stronger relationships within the epilepsy community.

Essential Responsibilities including the following and additional duties may be assigned:

  • Manage the Seizure Action Plan Coalition, focusing on increasing participation among existing partners and recruiting new ones.
  • Implement year-round initiatives to support the Seizure Action Plan Coalition and provide annual reporting to sponsors and partners.
  • Lead and support community outreach efforts, including planning and executing events like the “Patient Party” at Epilepsy Awareness Day at Disneyland.
  • Manage Epilepsy Alliance America booths at various events and conferences.
  • Support EAA Program Initiatives, providing staff support for committees and assisting in the implementation of national program initiatives.
  • Plan and execute the annual Member Organization meeting, collaborating with volunteers and member organization staff.
  • Develop relationships with key epilepsy leaders nationwide to promote Epilepsy Alliance America for fundraising and membership.
  • Manage Community Engagement communication, including engagement plans, newsletter content, and social media.
  • Ensure fiscal responsibility within Epilepsy Alliance America’s budget.
  • Oversee accurate recording of interactions in CRM systems.
  • Assist in evaluating organizational activities and seek ways to improve performance and fundraising success.
  • Handle inquiries, complaints, and issues promptly and courteously.
  • Maintain a good understanding of epilepsy and its treatments.

Qualifications:

  • 2 years of relevant experience and a college degree or equivalent.
  • Knowledge of fundraising activities and community initiatives organization.
  • Volunteer management experience preferred.
  • Ability to identify growth opportunities and make programmatic recommendations.
  • Proficiency with MS Office and databases.
  • Strong multitasking and organizational skills.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently, take initiative, and make data-driven decisions.
  • Willingness to travel overnight and work occasional evenings and weekends.

Location:
This is a remote position with occasional overnight and air travel within the United States, typically 2-4 nights up to 5 days per year including Epilepsy Awareness Day at Disneyland and Industry Conferences.

The Community Engagement Manager will work remotely, dedicating 7 hours a day, with at least 5 hours between 9am and 5pm Eastern Time. Necessary equipment and a cell phone allowance will be provided.

Essential Functions:
The ability to talk, hear, see, sit, stand, walk and use fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be made.

No Third Party Agencies or Submissions Will Be Accepted.   

Our company is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. DFWP   

Opportunities posted here do not create any implied or express employment contract between you and our company / our clients and can be changed at our discretion and / or the discretion of our clients. Any and all information may change without notice. We reserve the right to solely determine applicant suitability. By your submission you agree to all terms herein.

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