Director of Community Initiatives

INTRODUCTION

Manchester Proud's mission is to mobilize the full strength of our community-schools, families, businesses, and partners-to support youth success and strengthen public education.

SUMMARY

The Director of Community Initiatives will lead and support the implementation of strategic initiatives established by Manchester Proud's Champion's Council and Executive Director. This position will play a critical role in advancing family engagement efforts, early childhood initiatives, community partnerships, and special projects that improve outcomes for children and families.

The ideal candidate is a relationship-builder who thrives in collaborative environments, enjoys managing multiple projects, and is passionate about educational equity, youth success, and strengthening communities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Initiatives

• Lead implementation of initiatives aligned with Manchester Proud's strategic plan.
• Coordinate cross-sector partnerships and collaborative projects.
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, reporting, and evaluation efforts.
• Support the development of future initiatives and community impact strategies.

Family Engagement & Early Childhood

• Coordinate family engagement activities and outreach efforts.
• Support early childhood and school readiness initiatives.
• Connect families with community resources and support systems.
• Facilitate workshops, community conversations, and engagement opportunities.

Community Partnerships

• Serve as a key liaison to schools, businesses, nonprofits, healthcare organizations, and community agencies.
• Build and maintain partnerships that support children and families.
• Identify opportunities for sponsorships, in-kind donations, and collaborative projects.
• Represent Manchester Proud at meetings, events, and community gatherings.

Special Projects & Events

• Support implementation of grant-funded initiatives.
• Assist with data collection, grant reporting, and project evaluation.
• Coordinate and support community events including CelebratED, Spring into Summer, Compass Live, and other organizational initiatives.
• Assist with volunteer engagement, communications, and outreach efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, education, communications, social work, public administration, community development, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of three to five years of experience in nonprofit leadership, community engagement, family engagement, project management, or related work.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to build authentic relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience facilitating meetings, events, or collaborative initiatives.
• Knowledge of family engagement, early childhood systems, collective impact, or community-based work preferred.
• Commitment to equity, youth development, and community-centered solutions.
  Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends for meetings and events.

BENEFITS

The current compensation package includes:

• 12 Paid Holidays & Generous PTO
• 403(B) Retirement Plan, 5% match
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• SmithRX Prescription Savings
• Flexible Savings Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance Discounts
• Long Term Disability and AD&D 100% employer paid
• Life Insurance 100% employer paid
• Voluntary Short-term Disability Option