Community Relations Manager jobs in Portland, ME

Community Relations Manager manages programs supporting the corporate strategy designed to promote and represent the organization and brand as a socially responsible force in the community. Creates and plans outreach programs that engage, support, and partner with the community and produce a positive impact to address local issues. Being a Community Relations Manager collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to develop clear objectives and deliver meaningful and measurable results. Supports community relations programs' entire life cycle, including coordinating events, managing volunteers, and executing grant proposals. Additionally, Community Relations Manager requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Community Relations Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Community Relations Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Development and Community Relations Manager
  • New Beginnings Inc
  • Lewiston, ME FULL_TIME
  • NEW BEGINNINGS, INC.

    Position Title: Development and Community Relations Manager
    Programs: Administration
    Position Type: Exempt
    Salary from $70,000 and up depending on experience.

    Job Summary: The Development and Community Relations Manager works in close collaboration with the Director of Development & Community Relations to identify and apply for state, federal and private grants to further the mission of the organization. This position focuses on grant writing and reporting, while supporting agency fundraising and development. The Manager works with the Director to cultivate funder/donor relationships and develop diverse funding sources to sustain new and existing programs. With the Leadership Team and program staff, they work to integrate new funding steams and reporting requirements into the agency.
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    Essential Job Functions:
    1. Grant Development, Writing, and Management

    a. Work with the Director of Development & Community Relations and Program Directors to establish priority areas for grant-seeking to meet agency needs, expand programs, and increase revenue.
    b. Research potential sources of grant funding from foundations and government sources.
    c. Write and edit federal and state grants and contracts and ensure timely submittal; in conjunction with Directors, ensure compliance with all requirements once awarded.
    d. Research, write, and submit letters of intent and grant proposals to private foundations.
    e. Maintain agency monthly and annual schedules for grant applications, reports and renewals.
    f. Work with agency data management staff for compiling client data needed for reporting; assist Program Directors/staff as needed with drafting/editing narratives for grant reports.

    2. Fundraising and Development
    a. Support the execution of the agency development strategy to increase revenue.
    b. Cultivate and maintain ongoing relationships with major donors, foundations, government agencies, municipalities, and corporations.
    c. Participate in and support the agency fundraising and marketing plans and support the development and implementation of publicity, special events, annual fund, and capital campaigns.

    3. Community Relations and Administrative Management

    a. Represent agency at presentations/speaking engagements as needed; participates in community and statewide networking groups as assigned.
    b. Interact with staff, youth/clients, donors, volunteers, and the public in a friendly, professional, and welcoming manner; model respect and encourage culture of philanthropy
    c. Maintain strict confidentiality of client, agency, and donor information
    d. Assist in preparation of department budgets and track expenditures within budget
    e. Participate in administrative, management, and/or Board committee meetings as assigned
    f. Supervise staff and/or volunteers for grants and development functions
    g. Any other duties assigned by the Director of Development & Community Relations

    Specifications and Qualifications

    Education and Training:
    Bachelor?s degree strongly preferred. 5 years? experience with increasing responsibility for grant writing and development in a non-profit may be substituted for a bachelor?s degree. Training in nonprofit and/or public grant writing required. Experience/training in nonprofit grants management, program development, social services grant reporting, fundraising, or other relevant skills preferred.

    Job Related Experience:
    Minimum of 2 years? successful development and proven grant writing experience required.

    Specialized Skills:
    Excellent writing and editing skills required. Ability to communicate clearly and engage/influence others via grant proposals, phone, email, and in person. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Able to work independently and as a team. Excellent Windows-based computer, word processing, formatting/layout, PDF, and web research skills required.

    Cognitive Requirements:
    Able to communicate and write skillfully in English, and compose original content and correspondence with excellent readability. Able to self teach/self-directed. Flexibility and ability to multi-task desired. Well-developed critical thinking, problem-solving, literacy, and writing skills at an advanced degree level.

    Physical Requirements:
    Ability to climb stairs and sit/work at a computer/video monitor for up to 8 hours per day.

    Work Environment:
    Second floor agency administrative offices and some travel to various community settings; some evening and weekend hours required for events and meeting grant deadlines.
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Breakfast Server
  • Residential Community Manager
  • Portland, ME PART_TIME
  • Calling all Restaurant Rockstars! The Hilton Garden Inn Portland Airport is now hiring for a Breakfast Server Part Time. Must be detail oriented, able to work on own and in a team, and must have good ...
  • 11 Days Ago

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Public Relations Manager
  • USL to Portland Soccer Club
  • Portland, ME FULL_TIME
  • SUMMARY: The Public Relations Manager will be responsible for handling all media interaction and matters, create and manage all content written by the club, and be a liaison between the player interac...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Community Case Manager
  • Crisis and Counseling Center, Inc.
  • Kennebec, ME FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionCrisis & Counseling Centers is a collaborative and comprehensive behavioral health agency operating in Central Maine. Since its founding 53 years ago, Crisis & Counseling Centers has become...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Community Case Manager
  • NFI North, Inc.
  • Bridgton, ME FULL_TIME
  • We offer a $4,000 Sign On Bonus In addition, you would be working with families, spouses, providers, and state agencies. The position requires a person who is self-motivated and comfortable working in...
  • 22 Days Ago

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District Community Manager
  • Sun Communities, Inc.
  • Augusta, ME FULL_TIME
  • Are you an experienced property manager looking to take your talents in a more entrepreneurial direction? Are you looking for a dynamic and growing organization that will both challenge and reward you...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Store Manager
  • Journeys
  • South Portland, ME
  • COMPANY OVERVIEW Journeys is a teen retail leader with an emphasis on footwear and unique specialty items including appa...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Program Manager
  • Shalom House
  • Saco, ME
  • Job Description Job Description Job Title: Assistant Program Manager Organization: Shalom House Inc. Location: [Saco, Ma...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Subcontract Admin Manager (US)
  • Elevance Health
  • South Portland, ME
  • Elevance Health Subcontract Admin Manager (US) SOUTH PORTLAND , Maine Apply Now WARNING: Please beware of phishing scams...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Project Manager
  • Ccb Inc.
  • Westbrook, ME
  • The CCB Team shares core values of pride, focus, safety, drive, empowerment, encouragement and celebration. These values...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sr. Project Manager/Architect
  • CHA Consulting, Inc.
  • Portland, ME
  • WHY CHA?: Finding a better way. At CHA, we believe in the power of clean water, resilient energy, safer roads, and struc...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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General Manager
  • Chipotle
  • South Portland, ME
  • General Manager (24005531) Description CULTIVATING A BETTER WORLD Food served fast doesn't have to be a typical fast foo...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Project Manager
  • CCB Inc.
  • Westbrook, ME
  • The CCB Team shares core values of pride, focus, safety, drive, empowerment, encouragement and celebration. These values...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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General Manager
  • HMSHOST
  • Portland, ME
  • With a career at HMSHost, you really benefit! We offer: Health, dental and vision insurance Generous paid time off (vaca...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

Portland is a city in the U.S. state of Maine, with a population of 67,067 as of 2017. The Greater Portland metropolitan area is home to over half a million people, more than one-third of Maine's total population, making it the most populous metro in northern New England (an area comprising the states of Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont). Portland is Maine's economic center, with an economy that relies on the service sector and tourism. The Old Port district is known for its 19th-century architecture and nightlife. Marine industry still plays an important role in the city's economy, with an a...
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Income Estimation for Community Relations Manager jobs
$100,380 to $145,778
Portland, Maine area prices
were up 1.6% from a year ago

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