Job Purpose: The Social Responsibility Manager will serve an integral role in amplifying the organization’s community and philanthropic efforts. The Social Responsibility Manager will work in collaboration with the Vice President of Social Responsibility to make a positive impact in marginalized communities through program curation and execution, having an impactful presence in the community promoting, in addition to increasing the organization’s philanthropic footprint throughout the North Texas region. The role will also contribute to the overall success of the organization by engaging in cross-departmental functions where appropriate in a unified effort to reach business goals.
Primary Duties / Responsibilities:
Community Relations:
- Aid in amplifying the organization’s overall community engagement strategy by:
- being a thought leader in curating innovative community engagement programs and resources
- amplifying pre/post-game, in-game community-related activations
- having an impactful presence throughout North Texas as change agents
- Lead community-related elements as agreed to in partnership agreements in collaboration with the partnership activators *
- Assume a leadership role in providing an impactful learning experience for SR/Foundation interns and department coordinator *
- Manage and track staff and player community-related appearances *
- Oversee implementation and tracking of donation of goods and services *
- Oversee community tickets allocation and distribution; work with ticket sales department to foster group sales where appropriate *
- Assist in execution of key WNBA tentpole social responsibility community programs
- Track and document program outcomes/impact for community initiatives
- Assist with the development of the Annual Social Responsibility Report
- Develop and foster meaningful relationships with community stakeholders
- Serve as an internal liaison/support to the staff social justice committee *
Foundation:
- Assist in the day-to-day operation of the Dallas Wings Foundation to include but not limited to:
- program development and execution
- fundraising
- donor management
- volunteer management
- event planning
- Assist with board governance tasks related to the Dallas Wing Community Foundation
- Develop and manage fundraising auctions and related vendor relationships *
- Attend nonprofit fundraisers and events, and build relationships with organizations and key partners
- Research best practices across top nonprofits and team foundations including fundraisers, grant process, programs, and events
General:
- Attend ALL home games and community/foundation department led programs and events that may take place on weekends and holidays.
- Schedule programming and event needs with marketing, digital, entertainment and social teams
- Develop detailed reports and analysis of programs to showcase impact for internal and external audiences
- Maintain a high level of content knowledge relating to best practice trends in WNBA community activation
- Manage intern schedule and day-to-day responsibilities
- Lead in-game community/foundation tabling
Game Day Duties/Responsibilities:
- Assist VP with social responsibility activations
- Prepares and monitors concourse set up and photo op locations *
- Prolonged standing, walking and extended work hours.
- Assist other marketing department personnel on game and event days
Reporting Relationships:
This position reports to: VP of Social Responsibility & Executive Director of the DWCF
Do Other Positions Report to This Position? _X_ No __ Yes
If so, what titles report to this position and how many of each?
Job Requirements:
- Formal Education & Relevant Work Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university, and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s degree preferred.
- 3-5 years of experience with community engagement, sports philanthropy preferred.
- 3+ years of experience with partnerships and event planning
- 2+ Previous fundraising/sales experience preferred.
- 2+ Previous experience working with Foundations/non-profits preferred.
- Work Location & Hours: Work is performed in the community, office and/or at one of the arenas as determined necessary by the Company. Must be available to attend all home games for both Dallas Wings, as well as attend company events. Games & events may take place on nights, weekends, and/or holidays.*
Ideal Candidate Attributes/Competencies:
- Self-starter and motivated
- Detailed oriented and organized
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain positive, productive, and supportive working relationships.
- Team Centric
- Service Minded
- Results oriented with pride and quality.
- Adaptable and manage time well
- Ability to multi-task, work independently, and work efficiently.
- Be able to work extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and highly confidential matters related to organization and Foundation
Physical Requirements*
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, working on a computer, walking and extended work hours.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.
- Hearing, seeing, reading, writing, concentration, comprehension, and talking with clear speech.
- Planning, organizing, interpreting data, making decisions, problem-solving, and composure under deadlines/stress.
*Indicates essential functions of position
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
