Community Engagement Manager
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About the role The Community Engagement Manager is a critical role responsible for developing the strategy for and overseeing the execution of all our community-based programs. This individual will be the central pillar of support guidance and mentorship for our team of field-based Community Engagement Associates ensuring that our grassroots interventions are strategic consistent and impactful across all project locations. SaveLIFE Foundation is seeking an experienced and strategic manager with a deep understanding of community development principles and a proven track record of leading field teams. The individual will be responsible for 1 developing the frameworks toolkits and monitoring systems that empower our Community Associates to succeed. As the primary link between the field and HQ the individual will ensure the communitys voice and field-level realities inform our program strategy. Role and Responsibilities 1. Strategy and Program Management: Lead the development and implementation of SLF s national community engagement strategy ensuring it aligns with our Zero Fatality Corridor (ZFC) and Zero Fatality District (ZFD) program goals. Design standardize and continuously improve program implementation frameworks training modules and operational toolkits for the Community Engagement Associates. Manage the innovation and piloting of new community-based approaches to enhance program effectiveness. 2. Team Management and Capacity Building: Manage mentor and build the capacity of the team of Community Engagement Associates deployed across various regions. Conduct regular performance reviews provide constructive feedback and identify professional development opportunities for the team. Act as the primary point of guidance and support for Associates helping them navigate complex field-level challenges and find solutions. Foster a culture of collaboration learning and high performance within the community engagement team. 3. Monitoring Evaluation and Knowledge Management: Establish and manage a unified Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) framework to consistently track the performance and impact of community engagement activities. Analyze and synthesize field reports from Associates to identify trends challenges successes and key learnings. Prepare and present consolidated reports and operational insights to the CPO and other program leads. Build and maintain a central knowledge repository of best practices case studies and community engagement models. 4. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with managers and leads of other teams (Policy Communications M&E) to ensure seamless integration and alignment of community-level work. Represent the community engagement team in cross-functional meetings. 2 Support the fundraising team by providing rich qualitative data success stories and programmatic insights for donor reports and funding proposals. Academic Qualifications Essential Master s degree in Social Work (MSW) Sociology Public Policy Rural Management/Development or a related social sciences field from a recognized university. Professional Experience A minimum of 8-10 years of progressive professional experience with a significant focus on community development social mobilization or grassroots program management. Must have at least 3 years of direct experience in a team management capacity preferably leading remote or field-based teams. Proven experience in designing and managing community-based programs at a regional or national level.
