Manager, Social Impact

Mars•Chicago, IL

2d•$86,720 - $119,240•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Social Impact is part of a new social impact team who bring our purpose and values to life in Mars Snacking communities around the world. The Manager will develop and lead strategic community engagement programs and initiatives, supporting regional and market implementation around the world where Mars Snacking operates while owning the tactical activation in Mars Snacking global headquarters in Chicago. Global programs include but are not limited to, Associate volunteer service and in-kind donation strategy and implementation. In addition, the Manager will own comprehensive reporting and data management across corporate giving platforms including the Mars Snacking Foundation, translating data and impact into engaging storytelling. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a global role within a multi-national organization and understand the complexities of global corporate philanthropy.

Requirements

At least 5 years of direct experience managing global volunteer programs and corporate giving initiatives across multiple sites/regions including partnership and program management as well as operationalizing in-kind donations
Ability to cultivate collaborative working relationships with people at all organizational levels internally and externally
Highly organized project manager with the ability to simultaneously manage multiple initiatives
Solid experience with measurement, reporting and communication for organizational and program impact

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a global role within a multi-national organization
Understand the complexities of global corporate philanthropy

Responsibilities

Design and lead a global volunteerism and in-kind donation strategy that is locally relevant, scalable, and aligned with Mars Snacking’s strategic priorities.
Establish clear globally aligned goals, targets, and success metrics for respective programs aligned with enterprise goals and Mars Snacking’s priorities.
Track program outcomes and translate impact into clear, compelling internal and external social impact communications
Partner internally across the global Corporate Affairs function and broader Mars Incorporated enterprise to align and deliver strategic programs and goals.
Partner closely across business functions to activate volunteer and social impact initiatives as a key driver of Purpose.
Create clear toolkits, frameworks and guidance for teams to confidently lead volunteer initiatives and in-kind giving in their regions and markets.