Community Engagement Manager

Breakthrough T1D

. Expand community reach and activate strategies supporting Breakthrough T1D’s mission .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,400 - $73,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in community engagement management, volunteer leadership, and fundraising strategies, with a strong ability to build relationships and partnerships within the healthcare community. Proven track record in developing and implementing effective community outreach initiatives and managing diverse stakeholder communications.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Community Engagement ExperienceFundraising Through Peer-To-Peer ActivitiesVolunteer ManagementHealthcare Community FamiliarityStrong Relationship-Building Skills

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Hard Skills

Community Engagement ManagementFundraising StrategiesEvent PlanningData AnalysisCRM Database ManagementGoal SettingKPI MonitoringResource DistributionVolunteer TrainingProgram Evaluation

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationActive ListeningProblem-SolvingTime ManagementAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeConstituent Management Databases

Industry Keywords

Mission-Driven OrganizationCommunity BuildingHealthcare PartnershipsPeer-To-Peer FundraisingStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Expand community reach and activate strategies supporting Breakthrough T1D’s mission
Manage volunteers and amplify programming across the Mountain West Territory
Build pipelines by acquiring newly diagnosed supporters through Bag of Hope, Teen Pack, and Adult Pack programs
Expand community engagement resources and enhance healthcare provider strategy
Analyze national community engagement dashboards to identify growth opportunities
Onboard and maintain resource-distribution partnerships with healthcare providers and community partners
Drive personal engagement and acquisition goals, track progress, and adjust approaches as community needs change
Develop engagement opportunities for newly diagnosed families, T1D community members, healthcare providers, advocates, and stakeholders
Develop community-based small-event strategies and manage volunteers executing meetups, support groups, and community breakfasts
Partner with Institutional Fundraising to identify local grant resources
Elevate supporters to peer-to-peer fundraising, Signature Events, and Philanthropic Engagement
Implement supporter acquisition and activation strategies for territory events
Evaluate chapter activities and improve performance and fundraising success
Gather stakeholder feedback to shape engagement approaches and strengthen relationships
Recruit, cultivate, train, and manage volunteer leaders
Partner with volunteer leadership on strategic territory activities and supporter acquisition
Collaborate with Community Engagement peers and participate in national meetings, trainings, and working groups
Promote Breakthrough T1D’s mission, research therapeutics, advocacy, community engagement, and clinical trials
Develop and implement community engagement, mission engagement, and advocate recruitment strategies
Manage chapter communications, engagement plans, volunteer updates, and CE materials
Maintain organizational policies and procedures
Develop expertise in community engagement management platforms
Participate in monthly strategy meetings to monitor KPIs, risks, opportunities, and program success
Establish annual goals, metrics, and pipeline strategies with national program partners
Respond to inquiries, needs, complaints, and issues promptly
Update the CRM database regularly with communications, meetings, prospect information, and other details

Requirements

What you’ll need

3-5 years of community building and engagement experience in a complex, mission-driven organization, including large- and small-scale community events
Familiarity with the healthcare community
Knowledge of fundraising through peer-to-peer and signature event activities
Existing network of relationships in the territory is a plus
Strong relationship- and partnership-building skills
Experience building collaborative partnerships, organizing community initiatives, and working with a large network of passionate volunteers
Ability to be an enthusiastic spokesperson/representative of Breakthrough T1D’s mission
Clear communication and attentive listening skills
Ability to build trust with families and individuals facing a new diagnosis and inspire others to engage and support an organization’s mission
Track record of setting and meeting goals and following through on commitments
Ability to multitask, establish priorities, and adapt to shifting demands in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
Highly efficient time management and ability to meet deadlines under pressure
Ability to work and make judgments independently and take initiative
Active listening, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Proficient with MS Office and constituent management databases
College degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to travel within the territory
Evening and weekend work as needed
Occasional overnight travel
Ability to occasionally lift/move up to 25 pounds and infrequently up to 50 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
403(b) retirement plan
Voluntary benefits
Flexible spending and commuter benefit accounts
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Life and disability insurance
Performance-based bonuses
Generous paid time off