Community Engagement Manager - Osborn

Brilliant Detroit•Detroit, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Brilliant Detroit is seeking a Community Engagement Manager. The Community Engagement Manager is a member of the management team who ensures successful implementation and monitoring of Brilliant Detroit at a neighborhood hub. This position will oversee daily functions of people and activities in assigned neighborhoods.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Management, Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
Minimum 1 year of supervisory experience and/or 2 years of experience working in schools or other social service providers
Strong understanding of business management and leadership principles
Strong, demonstrated technological proficiency with Google Drive, especially Google Sheets
One to three years in non-profit or community settings preferred
Strong written and oral communications skills
Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and team members around a goal
Work with minimal up-front guidance and the ability to take ownership of work product

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations, including—but not limited to— neighborhood upkeep, staff scheduling, and participant needs
Ensure ongoing local program excellence; recommend timelines and resources needed to achieve strategic goals
Actively engage with Brilliant Detroit volunteers, community members, committees, partnering organizations, and funders
Design and assist with outreach efforts in neighborhood, ensuring successful implementation
Maintain familiarity with each partner organization and programming
Provide resources and referrals to families within Brilliant Detroit
Represent Brilliant Detroit at community meetings
Identify current trends and neighborhood families’ needs
Ensure program data is entered into network database(s)
Participate in training and staff development
Serve on network committees or work groups
Provide logistical support with listening sessions and other meetings as needed
Ensure that caregiver, family, and neighborhood voices are represented in all aspects
Organize calendar of activities to meet mission goals for the community
Develop and enforce Brilliant Detroit’s performance standards to maintain quality
Conduct orientation and training for staff and volunteer
Assist with program development and curriculum implementation
Oversee communication between organization and caregivers regarding activities and their child’s successes and opportunities
Ensure that priorities and needs are clearly communicated and represented to stakeholders
Work to identify and overcome barriers to assure the Brilliant Detroit effort advances
Ensure that key resources (people, time, materials, funds) are aligned efficiently and effectively
Drive decisions with scientifically-based data to inspire high performance and adherence to guidelines
Ensure spaces are clean, well-maintained, and organized following programming and events, including performing light cleaning duties and arranging the area for future use.
Perform other duties as assigned