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About Empowered Community
Empowered Community is a nonprofit organization that identifies and addresses unmet needs by evolving programs to fill gaps that would otherwise be ignored. We meet with students, young adults, families, employees, small businesses, and government agencies to learn what programs and services are needed. Then, we analyze job market trends to determine where people are being left behind and resolve that through education, economic empowerment and health & fitness programs.
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We're looking for talented and like-minded volunteers who are eager to learn and help others. You'll work with experienced leaders and business professionals on a cohesive team. We eliminated bureaucracy so you can make a direct impact and feel great about your contributions.
Join us in creating a legacy of empowerment. Apply now!
Position Summary
The Expansion Manager leads our growth and expansion efforts. You will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new opportunities to expand our programs and initiatives into new geographic areas, both domestically and internationally. Your expertise in market analysis, strategic planning, and relationship-building will be instrumental in driving our organization's reach and impact.
Position Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis to identify potential expansion opportunities
- Develop and implement a strategic expansion plan that aligns with our nonprofit's mission and goals
- Identify and cultivate relationships with key stakeholders in potential expansion locations, including government officials, community leaders, and potential partners
- Oversee the planning and execution of expansion activities, including site selection, program adaptation, and community outreach
- Manage and monitor the performance of expanded programs, ensuring successful integration and alignment with our standards
- Collaborate with internal teams, including program staff, marketing, and communications, to ensure seamless implementation of expansion activities
- Liaise with external stakeholders, including partners, donors, and the media, to promote expansion initiatives
- Collaborate with the Development Director and senior leadership to ensure alignment of expansion efforts with the organization's strategic direction
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, international relations, nonprofit management, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in strategic planning, market analysis, and expansion management, preferably in a nonprofit setting
- Proven track record of success in leading and managing expansion initiatives
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience in cross-cultural communication and collaboration
- Proficiency in Google Drive tools (similar to Microsoft Office Suite) and other relevant software tools
- Strategic thinking and decision-making skills
- Passion for our nonprofit's mission and values
- Proven experience in conducting comprehensive market research and analysis to identify potential expansion opportunities
- Experience in developing and implementing strategic expansion plans that align with organizational goals and objectives
- Experience in identifying and cultivating relationships with key stakeholders in potential expansion locations
- Experience in overseeing the planning and execution of expansion activities, including site selection, program adaptation, and community outreach
- Experience in managing and monitoring the performance of expanded programs, ensuring successful integration and alignment with organizational standards
- Experience in collaborating with senior leadership to ensure alignment of expansion efforts with the organization's strategic direction
Important Notes
Reports to the Development Director
Must be:
- able to volunteer at least 8 hours per week
- passionate about our mission, values, and empowering others
- using a reliable computer and internet connection
IMPORTANT: It's vital that the nonprofit has access to all tools, resources, artifacts, etc. used in this position and stored in the nonprofit's cloud. Therefore, agreed upon web-based tools in the nonprofit's name (open source, free, commercial, etc.) must be used to ensure reuse and sustainability.