Sr. Community Engagement Development Associate POST NUMBER: 447045
Client: Non Profit
Role: Senior Development Associate/
Salary: $70,000-$75,000
Hybrid 4 days a week onsite in office 1 day from home
Location: Midtown, Manhattan
**Must have non profit experience
Job Description:
The Senior Development Associate, Community Engagement plays a key role in supporting multiple team leads within the Community Engagement Department. This position centers on promoting collaboration, offering strategic support, and ensuring the successful execution of major initiatives. Responsibilities include identifying new opportunities through research, assisting team leads in their respective areas, and contributing to the alignment of departmental efforts with the organization’s broader mission. The ideal candidate will be poised, diplomatic, and adaptable, with the ability to work effectively across teams and engage diverse stakeholders. A strong and sincere commitment to supporting active-duty service members, veterans, and their families is essential.
Education
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Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
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3–5 years of demonstrated success in community engagement or a closely related field.
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Proven ability to make thoughtful, inclusive decisions while balancing strategic vision and attention to detail.
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Strong organizational and project management capabilities, with experience recommending and executing strategic initiatives independently.
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Deep commitment to the organization’s mission.
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Background in community organizing and program development.
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Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; able to articulate ideas clearly, effectively, and persuasively.
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Excellent interpersonal and diplomatic skills with a track record of leading with integrity and fostering collaboration.
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Flexibility and comfort working with volunteer leaders and a diverse array of stakeholders.
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High energy, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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Willingness to attend evening and weekend events as required.
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Ability to take on additional responsibilities as needed.
Essential Job Duties
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Collaborate with team leads to design a comprehensive programming framework tailored to specific areas of responsibility.
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Plan and execute educational programming, including securing engaging speakers for synagogue and community-based events.
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Contribute to the development of educational content for school-based initiatives aimed at increasing awareness of the organization’s mission.
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Partner with donors and local stakeholders to develop impactful community education programs.
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Establish and maintain internal support systems for the Community Engagement team, coordinating with regional leadership to ensure alignment and effective communication.
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Support the rollout of key engagement initiatives and assist team leads in delivering meaningful, mission-aligned programming.
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Provide strategic input on a variety of projects, adapting to evolving departmental needs.
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
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