Who We Are:
For more than a century, Big Brothers Big Sisters has been helping change kids’ perspectives and giving them the opportunity to reach their potential.
Since 1904, Big Brothers Big Sisters has operated under the belief that inherent in every child is incredible potential. As the nation’s largest donor- and volunteer-supported mentoring network, Big Brothers Big Sisters makes meaningful, monitored matches between adult volunteers (“Bigs”) and children (“Littles”), ages 5 through young adulthood in communities across the country. We develop positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on the lives of young people.
Position Purpose
The Senior Manager, Executive Communications & Engagement is a member of the Communications Department at Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA). This role reports directly to the Senior Director, Executive Office & Communications and is responsible for developing and effectively managing internal and external messaging and communication strategies for the CEO.
The Senior Manager, Executive Communications & Engagement will develop, execute and update executive engagement plans to include employee engagement, thought leadership and external opportunities. They will also partner with subject matter experts to develop narratives and key messages, collaborate with peers to create and execute program milestone communications plans and support other projects as needed.
Location: United States (Remote), East Coast Time Zone Preferred
Travel: 20%
Career Opportunity Closing Date: Until Filled
FLSA: Full Time, Exempt
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Culture
Education & Related Work Experience
Skills and Knowledge: Excellent project management skills; Highly organized in approach, with ability to set and manage priorities; Ability to work independently in achieving results consistently on deadline; Excellent team working skills; ability to collaborate across teams and levels; Experience in collaborating directly with C-suite executives; Understanding of how to capture and effectively reflect distinct voices within the C-suite; Advanced interpersonal skills; Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Proactive in approach with proven ability to think creatively and adapt quickly; Flexible hours as dictated by the needs of the organization for projects and meetings; Previous experience with non-profit and/or corporate communications developing communications strategies and messaging in support of organizational objectives.
Our Commitment
At Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, we recognize, affirm, and celebrate the backgrounds, lives, and experiences of all of our stakeholders, including youth, families, donors, volunteers, and staff. We ensure the opportunity for all voices and perspectives to be heard and honored. In the workplace, we foster an environment where all people can be their best selves. We affirm that every person has the opportunity to reach their full potential. We strive to realize the full potential that is within all of us by ensuring that all voices and perspectives are heard and honored.
Equal Employment Opportunity
BBBSA provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, citizenship, religion, national origin, age, sex, familial or marital status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and ordinances.
Americans with Disabilities Act
Employee must be able to perform all essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Job Responsibilities
The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. BBBSA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.
Disclaimer
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is directly recruiting and hiring for this position. We are not engaging any staffing/recruitment firms or agencies for this position. If any candidate profile/resume/identifying information is sent to Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and/or Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies we will not pay any referral or firm fees in relation to this information.