Manager- Development, Marketing & Communications

Job Description

Are you looking for an opportunity to be 'hands on' and directly involved in growth and strategy. Are you committed to improving the quality of life and maintaining the dignity of older adults and those who care for them? Then, this position might be perfect for you!

AgeOptions is recognized nationally as a leader in developing and helping to deliver innovative community-based resources and options to older populations in transition and through our network of community agencies we serve over 200,000 people annually. At AgeOptions we believe that quality of life is essential to everyone, communities that care make a difference, knowledge is powerful, and good choices depend on reliable resources.

Our offices are conveniently located in downtown Oak Park, Illinois, near the Green Line ‘L’ and Metra train station. We offer a casual work environment with competitive salaries and a strong benefit package. To learn more about what we do, please visit our website at: AgeOptions

Overview Of The Role

This role is a pivotal piece in AgeOptions' leadership team and growth strategy. Overseeing the organization's relationship development strategy, marketing initiatives and grant writing efforts. This position is instrumental in driving revenue development and responsible for increasing awareness of AgeOptions' services, programs and impact within the community. This position will have a small but mighty team dedicated to these efforts.

• Lead the development of strategies and activities to establish and cultivate partnerships with foundations and corporations.
• Initiate and cultivate large scale relationships with managed care organizatio ns, Healthcare plans, foundations and other key stakeholders. Actively lead and participate in the proposal process, ensuring the successful securing of contracts, grants and partnerships.
• Lead grant writing and business proposal development efforts.
• Lead Marketing and external communication efforts.
• Responsible for developing and executing a strategic plan for events to include partnership and resource development, community education and more.
• Coach, Develop and guide a team of professionals. Evaluates and gives feedback to the team, ensures efforts are highly effective and resources are used appropriately.
• Plans and manages budgets for assigned programs, identifies and researches sponsorships and funding opportunities.
  
  

Experience And Skills

Who are we looking for? Someone with---

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience
• At least 5 years demonstrated experience and success in the areas of Development, Marketing or Corporate Sponsorships in a nonprofit setting to include some event management experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; CRM systems a plus
• Familiarity with various social media platforms
  
  

Key Competencies Or Experiences For Success--

• Proactive and self-motivated, results oriented and able to plan and execute on strategy or roll your sleeves up to bring a project to completion, with the ability to take initiative while considering the diverse needs and perspectives of others
• Ability to implement long-term goals and strategies that align with the agency's mission, vision, values and objectives. A strong understanding of the aspects to make informed decisions that contribute to our success
• Passionate communicator, who is equally comfortable in front of a crowd or delivering a written message. Able to synthesize information and communicate at various levels adapting to different situations
• Experience working cross-culturally to effectively engage with diverse groups and communities
• Active and organized meeting planning and event coordination skills
• Experienced People Leader Leader with a keen sense to build high performing teams as well as develop individually
• Accountable, Collaborative, Self-starter with a passion for our Mission, Vision and Values
  
  

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the requirements! Tell us why you want to work with us!

AgeOptions is an Equal Opportunity Employer where diversity is celebrated and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all