Community Engagement & Communications Manager

About the Community Engagement & Communications Manager role

Join Donor Network of Arizona and help save and heal lives through organ and tissue donation. As the Community Engagement & Communications Manager, you will lead strategic communications, marketing, community outreach, donor registry growth initiatives and events that inspire Arizonans to register as organ and tissue donors. This role is responsible for developing meaningful community partnerships, overseeing communications and branding strategies, and leading a high-performing team dedicated to advancing the organization's mission.

The Community Engagement & Communications Manager serves as a key leader within the Community Engagement & Communications department and is responsible for driving awareness, engagement and donor registration efforts across Arizona.

• Provides leadership, coaching, performance management and professional development for Community Engagement & Communications team members.
• Oversees department workflows, priorities, training, competencies and staff development to ensure effective execution of strategic initiatives.
• Manages communications, branding and marketing activities, ensuring consistency, quality and alignment with Donor Network of Arizona's mission and brand standards.
• Oversees the creation and distribution of marketing and communication materials, including digital content, social media, newsletters, presentations, media relations, photography, video and other multimedia projects.
• Serves as a member of the organization's media and crisis communications response team.
• Develops, manages and strengthens relationships with community organizations, volunteers, multicultural groups, workplace partners and other stakeholders.
• Leads the planning and execution of signature events, community outreach activities and other initiatives.
• Identifies opportunities to increase public awareness of donation and encourage donor registration throughout Arizona.
• Oversees the Arizona Donor Registry, including registry initiatives, data accuracy, issue resolution and registration growth strategies.
• Collaborates with internal and external partners to develop and implement programs that increase donor registrations and support organizational goals.
• Champions Donor Network of Arizona's mission, vision and values while fostering a collaborative and service-oriented culture.

Why Join Donor Network of Arizona?

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being and professional growth:

• Competitive salary
• Annual organizational incentive program
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage
• Voluntary life insurance options
• 403(b) employer match and profit-sharing program
• Tuition assistance program
• Employee wellness & assistance programs
• Inclusive and mission-driven culture consistently recognized as a Top Workplace in Arizona
• Tobacco-free, drug-free workplace

Make a Difference Every Day

At Donor Network of Arizona, every conversation, partnership and registration creates an opportunity to save and heal lives. If you are a collaborative leader who is passionate about communications, community impact and inspiring others to support organ and tissue donation, we encourage you to apply.

• Minimum Education• Bachelor’s Degree
• Relevant work experience may be substituted for academic requirements.

• Minimum Experience• 4 years of experience in marketing, public relations and/or communications
• 2 years of supervisory experience

• Preferred Experience• 5+ years in a related field.

• Travel Requirements• The position requires a valid driver license. The employee must have access to an insured and reliable automobile for travel.