Community Engagement Manager

IREN • Kiowa, CO

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

IREN is a leading AI Cloud Service Provider, delivering large-scale GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN’s vertically integrated platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid-connected land and data centers in renewable-rich regions across the U.S. and Canada. Reporting to the VP – People, Culture & Community, the Manager, Community Engagement is responsible for maintaining the meaningful connections between our organization and the communities in which we operate, specifically focused in Kiowa, Oklahoma. This role will enable and support our community engagement efforts across grants, sponsorships, events, and municipal relations, while aligning our external presence with our internal culture. The person in this role thrives at the intersection of relationship-building, impact-driven programming, and brand stewardship. In this role, you will be a vital part of a small cross-functional team to deliver on the initiatives of our business in accordance with the agreed and approved strategic plan. With 100% renewable energy, we build, own and operate our data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for the ever-evolving applications of high-performance compute. We believe that human progress is invaluable, but it should be done in the right way – responsibly, sustainably and having a positive impact on the communities we operate in.

Requirements

• Proven experience in community engagement, corporate social responsibility, public affairs, or a related field.
• Strong existing relationships with local government organizations, businesses and non-profits
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills, with experience working with diverse stakeholders including governments, nonprofits, and local communities.
• Superior project management experience, with an eye on details and the ability to coordinate multiple resources to deliver on objectives
• Ability to design and deliver programs that are impactful, measurable, and aligned with business strategy.
• Comfortable with public speaking and representing the organization in external forums.
• Collaborative thinker with a passion for social impact and brand stewardship.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with executive leadership, service providers and potentially members of the community
• Thorough research and problem-solving skills
• Superior time management and multitasking skills with a strong sense of urgency

Nice To Haves

• Experience coordinating internal engagement programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and manage the community grants program for Kiowa that supports local initiatives aligned with our values and social impact goals.
• Plan and execute community-focused events that foster local relationships, enhance visibility, and engage employees in community-building efforts.
• Oversee the process of establishing local sponsorships and funding partnerships, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and measurable outcomes.
• Liaising internal key stakeholders with local community and government stakeholders on community matters and strategic collaborations.
• Represent the organization at approved community events, conferences, and public forums to enhance visibility, credibility, and our reputation as a responsible, values-driven company.
• Oversee and manage the company's local tax obligations by tracking compliance requirements, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Establish and manage a community issues log, ensuring concerns and complaints are accurately documented, assigned to the appropriate internal stakeholders, and resolved with timely, well-coordinated responses by the internal contact.
• Collaborate with the Marketing team to deliver on our external brand promise, ensuring our community presence reflects our purpose, values, and impact.
• Connect internal culture initiatives with external engagement activities to maintain authenticity and consistency in how we show up to our people and our communities.
• Partner with appropriate internal teams to engage employees in approved community initiatives, fostering pride, purpose, and a strong connection between culture and community impact.

Benefits

• Base salary
• Annual performance incentives
• Equity programs
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage – 100% company paid for employees, 75% company paid coverage for dependents
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage available
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) – when combined with the High-Deductible Health Plan
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Financial wellness tools and resources
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Flexible work arrangements
• Opportunities for advancement and internal mobility
• Training and personal development opportunities
• Company events and team-building activities
• Relocation (as applicable and based on successful candidate circumstances)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed