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SRS Distribution Inc. · 1 month ago

Executive Director, Community Engagement

McKinney, Texas

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

SRS Distribution Inc. is seeking an Executive Director for their Raise the Roof Foundation to lead and coordinate all foundation events and fundraising efforts. The role involves setting strategies with the Board of Directors, developing partnerships, and facilitating employee engagement activities.

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Responsibilities

Participate in all aspects of the gift cycle, and lead strategies to identify, cultivate, solicit, and recognize all donors and prospects. Help plan and execute the major fundraising events for each business vertical and coordinate other events as appropriate that are in line with our customer and vendor base

Ensure that all donors are appropriately recognized, thanked and receive regular contact and communication

Collaborate effectively with company colleagues, especially marketing, leadership and development and those that volunteer their time for Foundation events and engagement activities

Oversee administration of the Foundation endowment and future opportunities to increase its corpus

Administer the new and renewal funding request process and coordinate with the Foundation board to determine appropriate charitable organizations to fund

There are no direct management responsibilities of this time

Qualification

Community engagement strategiesPublic relationsLeadership experienceAdvanced leadership trainingAnalytical abilitiesDiversityInclusion commitmentInnovative problem-solvingCommunication skillsNegotiation skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field; an advanced degree is preferred

At least 10 years of experience in community engagement, corporate social responsibility, or public relations, including a minimum of 5 years in a leadership capacity

Proven success in crafting and executing community engagement strategies at a corporate level within large, complex organizations

Outstanding communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively influence and build trust with a diverse array of stakeholders

Strong analytical abilities, with experience in leveraging data to inform decision-making and assess program impact

Demonstrated leadership skills, with success in strategic planning and program management

Commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the workplace and community initiatives

Preferred

Advanced Leadership Training: Completion of executive leadership programs or certifications from accredited institutions, illustrating a commitment to continued professional development

Global and Cross-Cultural Experience: Demonstrated experience working in international settings or with multinational teams to address community engagement challenges on a global scale

Industry-Specific Knowledge: Deep understanding of the specific challenges and opportunities related to community engagement within the [industry] sector, enabling tailored and impactful strategy formulation

Public Policy Acumen: Experience in navigating public policy and governmental frameworks to effectively advocate for community-related initiatives and drive regulatory support

Innovative Problem-Solving: A proven track record in leveraging creative and innovative approaches to overcome complex challenges in community engagement, enhancing the company's positive societal impact