VP of Community Engagement

Join United Way of Central Alabama as our Vice President of Community Engagement!
Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for connecting communities and amplifying impact? In this pivotal role, you’ll be the voice of United Way—shaping strategic communications, leading major events, and building relationships with media and community leaders. From crafting innovative outreach strategies to managing high-profile campaigns, you’ll drive engagement that makes a real difference. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, excel at collaboration, and want to lead initiatives that transform lives across Central Alabama, this is your opportunity to shine!

Responsibilities:

Oversee the dissemination of the United Way message to the communities served by UWCA

Manage events for Marketing and Communications

Manage advertising contracts for United Way’s campaigns

Manage external media and public relations

Negotiate contracts for catering, event space, decorations, speakers, audio/video, etc.

Coordinate with other departments as necessary for invitations, registration and sponsors

Manage budgeting, reports and purchase orders for Marketing and Communications

Act as the Marketing Committee liaison

Coordinate and collaborate with internal teams on Staff Development for internal events

Knowledge/Skills:

Strong oral and written communication skills; working knowledge of financial procedures, technology (e.g. WordPress, video production software, email software) and services, and good interpersonal skills. Established working relationships with key community leaders and members of the media. Superior presentation and analytical skills plus demonstrated skills to handle a variety of assignments simultaneously. Good managerial and organizational abilities. Good people skills for dealing with both corporate management and a larger diverse community. Demonstrated ability to coordinate efforts of various departments to present a coherent message.

Education:

A bachelor’s degree in journalism, advertising or communications related field.

Experience:
Five to ten years of communications experience. 2 years of management experience preferred and experience in social services a plus.