Strategic Initiatives & Community Impact Lead

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k Retirement Program + 6% employer–

12 Paid Holidays

Annual incentive program

Job summary

Covista is America's largest healthcare educator, serving more than 97,000 students and supported by a community of 385,000 alumni across five accredited institutions.

The Senior Manager, Strategic Initiatives & Community Development, will lead the day-to-day execution and operational management of strategic impact initiatives and community development programs that advance Covista's mission of empowering students and strengthening communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of experience in social impact, sustainability, community development, and program management.
• Experience managing cross-functional projects, coordinating multiple stakeholders, and delivering programs on time and within budget in complex organizational environments.
• Experience working with NGOs, community partners, and external stakeholders to implement collaborative initiatives.
• Experience supporting team development and providing guidance to junior staff members.

Responsibilities

• Translate strategic vision into actionable plans and operational frameworks, serving as the bridge between high-level strategy and ground-level program execution.
• Lead day-to-day execution and operational management of impact initiatives and community development programs, while supporting in strategic planning
• Manage project implementation, coordinate cross-functional teams and oversee program delivery to ensure initiatives meet quality standards, timelines and budget requirements.
• Maintain direct relationships with community partners, NGOs and local stakeholders to support program operations, troubleshoot challenges and ensure effective collaboration.
• Provide leadership, guidance and development support to team members
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Partnership building

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Job description

Covista is America's largest healthcare educator, serving more than 97,000 students and supported by a community of 385,000 alumni across five accredited institutions.

The Senior Manager, Strategic Initiatives & Community Development, will lead the day-to-day execution and operational management of strategic impact initiatives and community development programs that advance Covista's mission of empowering students and strengthening communities.