External Relations Manager / USA: Evanston, IL

Job title:

External Relations Manager / USA: Evanston, IL

Company

Rotary

Job description

Job Title: External Relations Manager

Area: Marketing & Communications

Reports to: Director, Marketing & Communications

Classification: Exempt or Non-Exempt

Location: Evanston, Illinois

This position is designated as Hybrid – Fully Flexible and expected to work from our World Headquarters office once per month to several times a week. The specific days in the office are determined by managers based on business requirements. Rotary is under the jurisdiction of Illinois employment laws; we require all employees to live within reasonable daily commuting distance to Evanston.

Organization Overview

Rotary is a membership organization that unites people from all continents and cultures who take action to deliver real, long-term solutions to pressing issues facing our communities and the world. Each year, Rotary members expand their networks, build lasting relationships, and invest more than $300 million and 16 million volunteer hours to improve lives and create positive change in the world. In exchange for hard work and dedication in support of Rotary’s clubs, members and other participants, and their humanitarian service projects, our employees receive competitive salaries, flexible schedules, comprehensive benefits, and job enrichment. To learn more, visit .

Rotary’s Commitment to Diversity

As a global network that strives to build a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change, Rotary values diversity and celebrates the contributions of people of all backgrounds, regardless of their age, ethnicity, race, color, abilities, religion, socioeconomic status, culture, sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity.

Overview

The Manager, External Relations, develops long-term communications strategies and manages Rotary’s external outreach and thought leadership platform. This role is primarily responsible for activating Rotary influencers and experts (Rotary’s volunteer leadership, the Rotary Representative Network, senior staff, technical experts, and others) to support mutually beneficial engagements or collaborations with external organizations and influencers (including celebrities/notables, governments and government entities, international institutions, private foundations, and other NGOs).

The primary objectives of the position are to: * Promote Rotary programs and enhance the organization’s image

• Build and maintain public and key influencer awareness of Rotary as a thought leader and longstanding leading global humanitarian organization
• Enhance the impact of Rotary’s programmatic/service work by building long-term, mutually beneficial connections to experts in key fields of interest for the organization;
• Oversee ongoing training, cultivation and activation of Rotary’s network of thought leaders, speakers, and representatives
• Support creation of external partnerships and other collaborations that help strengthen Rotary programs, offerings, and operations

You Will Have

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations or marketing required. Master’s degree preferred.
• Effective administrative and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Computer literacy and knowledge of Microsoft and database software
• Seven years public relations, media, or marketing experience with at least three years’ supervisory experience.

You Are Good At

• Written and oral communication
• Public speaking
• Showing attention to detail
• Managing multiple priorities
• Working with highly visible and skilled volunteer and organizational leaders

You Will Be Responsible For

• Identifying opportunities for high visibility/impact Rotary engagement with influencer

organizations that can help Rotary reach new potential participants and/or increase our ability to deliver impact through our humanitarian service. Collaborates with Influencer Engagement Lead to facilitate Rotary speaking opportunities or participation in key international meetings or events.

• Partnering with the Marketing, Strategy, Partnership, PolioPlus, Executive Communications and other teams to conceptualize and develop new outreach opportunities (collaborations, speaking engagements, PR activities, knowledge sharing, events, etc.) to help Rotary achieve its strategic objectives through engagements with external influencers.
• As needed, supporting existing core Rotary events such as the Rotary International Convention, International Assembly or Presidential conferences/initiatives by connecting with high-profile speakers.
• Working with Corporate Communications, PolioPlus and the Areas of Focus Managers, develop key messages, talking points and background materials as needed for Rotary Representatives, delegates or senior leaders for delivery at regional and international meetings. In consultation with Partnerships, Programs and Grants, schedule bilateral meetings with potential partners or corporate donors attending key meetings/events. Research and prepare background dossiers for all private meetings.
• Gathering, organizing and supervising teams related to local and global outreach events such as Rotary Day at the United Nations, Rotary Day in Washington, Area of Focus outreach or events with non-governmental organizations, the diplomatic corps, and key international organizations.
• Maintaining ongoing contact with Offices of the President, President-elect, and General Secretary, Partnerships, and Areas of Focus groups to understand and set priorities for external engagement.
• Managing budget for External Relations and handling related expense reports.
• Establishing strategy, oversees KPIs, and serves as liaison to Rotary’s volunteer leaders, Representative Network, speakers and technical experts. Functions as Rotary’s liaison with other organizations, including both the United Nations and its agencies, and other prominent organizations.
• Creating speeches, briefing notes, event flyers or leave-behind materials, online content or other resources as needed. Works with social media team to ensure consistent messaging and appropriate thought leadership follow-up
• Promoting activities and educating Rotary members about our participation in the international community through internal Rotary media. Facilitates communication between UN organizations, the Rotary Representatives, Regional Coordinators, and Rotary Action Groups as needed.
• Preparing senior leaders and members to strengthen presentation and storytelling skills and effectively communicate Rotary’s external messages.
• Promoting the participation of UN and other non-governmental organizations at key Rotary meetings such as the annual Convention – including roles as featured speakers, panelists, resource people and booth representatives.
• Reporting significant activities on model Rotary efforts to senior leaders, and, where appropriate, Rotary media.
• Providing counsel, direction, information and training to general inquiries regarding how to effectively utilize Rotary’s global network.
• Other duties as assigned.

Leadership Attributes

• Communication: Be open to receiving ideas from diverse viewpoints and able to communicate messages so that they are universally understood.
• Collaboration: Builds partnerships and works jointly with others to meet shared objectives.
• Global Perspective: Anticipates trends in the global humanitarian market to make decisions on where to focus Rotary’s efforts.
• Productivity: Able to generate results that moves Rotary toward achieving its goals.
• Strategy: Identify Rotary’s opportunities and design approaches that align with our strategic goals.

Why work for Rotary?

• Generous medical, dental, and vision benefits package
• Progressive 401k matching contributions
• Above market and generous paid time off package
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• On-site cafeteria and coffee bar with special pricing for Rotary employees
• Flextime-several different work schedules to choose from
• Close to CTA, Metra, a variety of stores, and many food options

Please note:

• Rotary does not provide VISA sponsorship or relocation assistance.

Expected salary

Location

Evanston, IL

Job date

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 23:21:38 GMT

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