Community Engagement Manager – Outdoor Outreach – San Diego, CA

OUTDOOR OUTREACH

Founded in 1999, Outdoor Outreach (OO) is an energetic and innovative San Diego-based nonprofit organization that connects youth to the transformative power of the outdoors. We use outdoor recreation and education to promote youth leadership, health and wellness, civic engagement and environmental conservation. The majority of our youth participants come from communities that do not have a strong connection to our region’s parks, beaches and open-space areas. Our vision is that youth everywhere will be inspired by the outdoors to play, learn, serve, and share.

We are searching for a talented and experienced development professional who is inspired to further our community impact and is looking for the opportunity to grow with our organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Community Engagement Manager is an outwardly-facing position responsible for identifying, cultivating and securing financial and in-kind support for Outdoor Outreach from a range of funders and community partners. S/he will lead partnership development with corporations, civic organizations, and outdoor retailers; manage major gift fundraising; engage decision makers and elected officials as champions of OO; manage stewardship and cultivation events, including supporting OO’s large-scale fundraising event; helping ensure OO’s Board of Directors has the resources and tools they need to cultivate their networks in support of OO; manage the organization’s annual campaigns; lead PR, media and marketing in the community; oversee OO’s website, blog and social media; and supervise full- and part-time staff, volunteers and interns as needed. The manager will work alongside and in partnership with the Development Manager whose main responsibility is grant tracking and proposal and report writing. Financial responsibility will include working within a budget to complete projects, assisting with budget and fund plan development, and meeting OO’s fundraising goals.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years demonstrated experience in nonprofit fundraising, including donor relations and marketing/communications. Experience with prospect research and using donor management software. Candidates must have strong leadership and supervisory skills, excellent oral and written communication skills and be able to prioritize multiple tasks. S/he must be hard working, self-motivated, team oriented and able to maintain positivity in the face of adversity. Successful candidates must demonstrate a deep commitment and passion for the mission, vision, and values of Outdoor Outreach. All candidates must successfully pass a federal background check before hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with major gifts fundraising, including identifying and cultivating major donors. Knowledge of San Diego’s philanthropic environment.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS

● Applicants should be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Gmail, and social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram); experience with WordPress preferred.

● Knowledge and ability to manage donor database; experience with Salesforce preferred.

● Ability to clearly and compellingly communicate Outdoor Outreach’s organizational impact to diverse stakeholder groups.

● Prepares weekly fundraising reports for Executive Director and additional reports when needed.

● Demonstrated experience using effective interpersonal skills, listening, diplomacy and tact to build strong professional relationships and motivate staff and volunteers.

● Well-developed written and oral communication, negotiating and organizational skills.

Problem Solving

● Ability to coordinate projects with many variables, set realistic deadlines and manage a fundraising calendar.

● Ability to adapt or modify processes in response to changing circumstances.

● Ability to interpret guidelines and analyze factual information.

● Ability to organize and manage diverse activities and set priorities under pressure.

Discretion and Decision-making

● Ability to take ownership of and act independently on assigned tasks. Refers difficult questions and unusual problems to Executive Director.

● Able to perform duties under general supervision and established guidelines.

● Demonstrates common sense, flexibility and teamwork with ability to exercise independent judgment.

Organizational Skills

● Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

● Knowledge of personnel management and demonstrated experience managing direct report employees.

● Self-starter with proven fundraising and grant writing skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT:

● Work requires the ability to occasionally participate in outdoor recreational activities.

● The majority of work is performed in an open office setting with occasional meetings and events offsite.

● Ability to flex one’s schedule based on personal and work related needs.

This Job Posting is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not meant to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required by this job classification.

Outdoor Outreach is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in its many forms. Outdoor Outreach does not discriminate in its employment practices or policies on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnic or national origin or ancestry, age, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability.

How to apply

To Apply:​​Inquiries will be accepted until position is filled. Target position start date is February 15, 2016. Send resume and cover letter to info@outdooroutreach.org.

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