Community Relations Specialist – Mid-level

LanceSoft Inc; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a dedicated professional to manage grant programs for community relations. The ideal candidate will track grant requests, support database management, and liaise with nonprofit partners. This role demands attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a collaborative spirit in navigating multiple projects effectively.

Qualifications

• Ability to navigate systems, maintain database and produce reporting.
• Excellent attention to detail and prioritization skills.
• Great teammate with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Updates grant program trackers and supports funding requests.
• Tracks event sponsorships and conducts research assignments.
• Acts as a resource for external partners and database inquiries.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Database management

Data analytics

Customer relations

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Tools

Word

Excel

Powerpoint

Job description

Duration: 12 months

Job Description:
• Updates grant program trackers for CR team to monitor statuses of grant requests and overall programs, including tracking and monitoring budgets
• Supports Community Relations grant funding requests, including vetting nonprofit organizations and doing first level reviews of requests
• Supports the execution of grant programs, including moving requests through the grant management system
• Serves as a resource for database questions from external partners, including nonprofit grantees and applicants, and is the point of contact for external troubleshooting
• Tracks and monitors event sponsorships, including guest lists
• Supports research needs and other miscellaneous projects as assigned

Requirements:
• Ability to navigate systems, maintain database and produce reporting
• Excellent attention to detail with an ability to prioritize tasks and responsibilities across several Teams and projects
• Self-reliant and self-motived, with the ability to work autonomously to achieve results
• Great teammate with excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Minimum Job Skills required to perform this job:
• Excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Experience with database management and/or data analytics
• Experience working in highly collaborative setting with multiple levels of stakeholders
• Ability to be flexible and navigate multiple processes and workstreams at the same time
• Strong customer relations skills
• Decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with Word, Excel, and Powerpoint

Preferred Skills:
• Knowledge of the nonprofit sector
• Experience with Blackbaud, IGam preferred