Manager Of Community Outreach and Impact

This is a Full Time Job

Cavaliers Holdings LLC is committed to delivering unparalleled sports and entertainment experiences fueled by a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture. We strive to find talent that defines being the DIFF through a ''Care – Lead – Engage'' (CLE) philosophy across all aspects of our business. If this sounds like a culture you can thrive in, and you enjoy working in fast-pace and high energy setting, then we want to talk to YOU!

JOB SUMMARY/GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Manager of Community Outreach & Impact will play an integral role in the bringing the Social Impact & Equity and Cavaliers Community Foundation mission statements to life throughout Northeast Ohio through a commitment to education, community outreach, utilizing the game of basketball to create positive change and aiding the Cavaliers in making a positive impact on the lives of children and young adults throughout Northeast Ohio.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Shares responsibilities in the implementation of team's community impact programs and initiatives.
• Develops, coordinates, and executes core needs programs within the community including the teams ''Safe Spaces'' pillar, focusing on creating a supportive, safe and equitable environment for youth within the city.
• Assists in the execution of programs such as ''Hoops after Dark'', Conversations for Change, Community Basketball Rec Center Tours, Recreation center programming, and agency partner activation and more.
• Collaborates with the different teams and team members within the organization to provide opportunities to connect with the community in ways that align with the Social Impact and Cavaliers Community Foundation mission statements.
• Manages the relationships with external organizations that are looking to form partnerships with the Community Impact Team and/or seek funding from the Cavaliers Community Foundation. (Example: My Brothers Keeper, Boys & Girls Clubs etc.)
• Acts as the point of contact with the NBA League Office regarding Cavs Community Relations efforts and assumes responsibility for implementing League initiatives in the Northeast Ohio community.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 3 years of prior work experience in social responsibility, community relations, foundation or nonprofit role, and having a sports/basketball background is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability and proven track record to multi-task and work in a faced-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and experiencing in interacting with a wide variety of people, especially when interacting with external individuals and/or organizations.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously with great attention to detail.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently to complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and creatively along with the confidence to introduce new perspectives and approaches to various programs and events.

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.