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Keep Indianapolis Beautiful (KIB) is an environmental and community nonprofit with a mission to help people and nature thrive. We partner with neighborhoods, local government, universities, community groups, and businesses to achieve our vision of an Indianapolis that is loved, cared for, and ecologically rich. We are also one of the most volunteered-for organizations in Indianapolis, working with about 20,000 volunteers each year to plant trees and native landscapes, organize litter cleanups, turn vacant lots into pocket parks, create outdoor classrooms, restore habitat, and educate and employ youth.

KIB helps people and nature thrive most effectively when we reflect the diversity of perspectives, voices, and abilities found throughout our city. The principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to our work - from supporting biodiversity in nature to engaging communities. KIB is an equal opportunity employer that encourages applicants - including people of color; people who are LGBTQ+; veterans, people who are multilingual or multicultural; and individuals of various ages and abilities - to help us create a team with a broad range of backgrounds and thinking.

Job Title: Manager of Community Engagement

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Reports To: Director of Community Engagement

Compensation: $46,000-$51,000

Benefits: Health, dental & vision insurance (company pays 90% of employee coverage), company-paid life and long-term disability insurance and 403b match of 3%; generous PTO and holiday schedule.

Purpose:

As the Manager of Community Engagement, you will work closely with the Director of Community Engagement Department (CE) to develop and implement a strategy for outreach, with a focus on external facing efforts within and beyond KIB programming. You will respond to the needs and goals of individuals and neighborhood groups, as well as ensure KIB’s programmatic goals are met. You will manage various community-facing initiatives to facilitate more equitable access to resources in low-income and majority minority neighborhoods.

Duties, Functions, and Responsibilities:

KIB Programmatic Responsibilities

Collaborate closely with the Director of Community Engagement to foster and strengthen community-level relationships, ensuring active neighborhood and resident participation in KIB projects.
Manage community outreach and neighborhood canvassing strategies for assigned Community Forestry projects, maintaining KIB's connection with the community throughout the planning process.
Lead engagement efforts for a least one KIB GreenSpace project annually, including participating in the application, selection, and implementation process.
Serve as point of contact between the Community Engagement team and various departments at KIB.
Utilize community connections and collaborate with KIB's Development Department to identify potential funding sources for KIB's community initiatives.

Neighborhood Outreach

Develop and coordinate partnerships with community organizations to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
Represent KIB at community meetings and public events, delivering information, listening to feedback, and collaborating on solutions.
Collaborate with KIB staff and external partners to design and distribute police education and engagement resources as needed.

Partner Engagement

Build and manage a wide network of relationships with constituents across the Indianapolis area, ensuring effective tracking and engagement.
Foster and maintain strong, ongoing connections with community stakeholders, facilitating their involvement in KIB programs through regular communication.
Continuously engage with KIB focus areas to strengthen relationships and support the sustained impact of KIB programming.

Metrics Tracking

Track and monitor progress toward Community Engagement goals, ensuring alignment with the KIB Strategic Plan and measuring long-term impact.

Other Duties as Assigned

Assist with any additional duties as requested in service to the mission of KIB.

Characteristics of a Strong Candidate:

Excellent listening and communication skills
Able to represent KIB positively in community and professional settings
Skilled at multi-tasking and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Understanding and appreciation of diversity, equity, and inclusion
Highly organized and self-motivated
Quickly acclimates to new environments, remembering names and personal details
Skilled in conflict resolution
Experienced in facilitating and moderating group discussions
Proficient in language other than English (e.g., Spanish, Haitian Creole, Chin, Tagalog) preferred

Education:

Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of community engagement experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Experience with GIS and/or Salesforce a plus

Requirements:

Experience connecting with people from varied backgrounds
Some weekend and evening work required
Comfort walking, standing for long hours, and withstanding outdoors in all seasons
Physical ability to lift heavy items (up to 50 lbs.)
Valid driver's license with six points or less
Ability to, or willingness to learn how to pull a 20-25' trailer behind full-sized pickup truck
Exhibit KIB's cultural values of Teamwork, Accountability, Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, Balance, and Joy.

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