Business & Community Engagement Manager

EO•Abingdon, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the VP of Development, the Business & Community Engagement Manager serves as the primary liaison between EO and the businesses and volunteers within Career Commons. This role leads storefront partner relationships, revenue tracking, sponsorship development, and volunteer engagement to ensure Career Commons delivers an exceptional experience for students, schools, businesses, and community partners. This position plays a critical role in sustaining strong partnerships, driving earned and contributed revenue, and cultivating a high-quality, mission-aligned volunteer experience.

Requirements

Passion for workforce development and expanding opportunity for youth.
Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to engage business leaders, educators, volunteers, and community partners.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
Experience with revenue tracking, sponsorship development, or business relationship management.
Strategic thinker who can balance long-term partnership development with hands-on execution.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Sound judgment, professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with CRM, fundraising, or project management systems.
Valid driver's license and automobile insurance
Reliable high-speed home internet
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university
Three to five years’ experience in business development, community engagement, nonprofit management, workforce development, or related field

Responsibilities

Lead and manage all Career Commons storefront business relationships, including lease agreements, renewals, vacancy management, and onboarding of new partners.
Oversee revenue tracking for Career Commons, including leases, sponsorships, field trip fees, and all tuition for all camps and sponsorships.
Drive sponsorship development for Career Commons learning camps and special initiatives.
Serve as the primary point of contact for business partners, addressing needs and resolving concerns in a timely and professional manner.
Lead coordination with business partners and Operations to ensure successful storefront build-out, space readiness, and ongoing functionality.
Collaborate with EO program staff and business partners to support development of learning lab curriculum and programming alignment.
Lead tours of Career Commons for prospective partners, donors, and stakeholders.
Partner with Marketing to prepare and distribute impact reports, updates, and success stories to business partners.
Coordinate and capture content highlighting Career Commons partners for promotional and social media use.
Maintain comprehensive knowledge of Career Commons programming, participating schools, workforce focus areas, and business partnerships to effectively represent and support the initiative.
Collaborate with the Development team to support grant proposal development and reporting related to Career Commons.
Lead recruitment, coordination, and communication for Career Commons volunteers.
Oversee volunteer onboarding, orientation, and training processes.
Maintain accurate volunteer records and track service hours to support reporting and recognition.
Develop and lead volunteer appreciation and recognition efforts to ensure a positive, mission-aligned experience.
Build strong relationships with volunteers to foster long-term engagement and advocacy.