Manager, Community Engagement

Job Summary:

The Manager, Community Engagement, leads community outreach and charitable giving programs. This role is responsible for developing and executing strategies that strengthen relationships with local communities, nonprofit organizations, and key stakeholders. The Manager will ensure that all engagement activities align with HEP’s purpose, values, and strategic priorities, and play a central role in amplifying the company’s impact through events, partnerships, and volunteer programs.

Duties/Responsibilities:

- Develops, implements, and evaluates community engagement programs and charitable giving initiatives in alignment with HEP’s community engagement strategy priorities and its key focus areas.

- Develops and manages HEP’s charitable giving program, including donation requests, sponsorships, and long-term non-profit relationship opportunities across all the company’s locations.

- Cultivates and maintains relationships with nonprofit organizations, community leaders, and local partners to identify impactful giving and engagement opportunities.

- Serves as a liaison between HEP and the public, representing the company at community events, industry associations, and charitable functions.

- Manages the strategy and process for organizing charitable events, volunteer opportunities, and outreach programs, including employee participation and matching programs.

- Tracks, analyzes, and reports on the outcomes of community initiatives, providing insights and recommendations to leadership.

- Manages budgets for charitable giving and events, ensuring responsible stewardship of resources.

- Collaborates with internal departments to promote employee involvement in charitable and volunteer activities.

- Ensures all engagement activities reflect HEP’s brand values and enhance its reputation as a community-focused organization.

- Oversees Community Engagement fundraising events and ensures alignment to the broader strategy and leadership.

- Oversees administrative and logistical activities related to community engagement, including the use of CRMs or databases for tracking participation and impact.

- Supports executive board participation and encourages leadership involvement in charitable organizations, in line with company guidelines.

- Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

- Experience in event planning, corporate philanthropy, nonprofit management, or community relations.

- Innovative thinker with a track record for translating strategic plans into actionable and measurable outcomes.

- Strong project management and organizational skills.

- Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

- Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

- Data analysis, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

- High degree of professionalism and confidentiality.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and event/project management tools.

- Experience with CRMs, databases, and relationship-management software.

- Motivated, self-starter able to work with minimal direct supervision.

Education and Experience:

- Bachelor’s degree in management, communications, public relations, business, social work, public policy, or related field

- 5+ years of experience in community engagement, event planning, corporate philanthropy, or nonprofit management

- Management/supervisory experience preferred

Certifications:

- None required

Physical Demands and Hazards for Office Employees:

This position requires prolonged periods of sitting, frequent computer use, occasional lifting of office supplies, and may involve travel.

Thank you for your interest in Howard Energy Partners, an equal opportunity employer. If you need additional information, have questions, or need accommodations, please reach out to the Human Resources department at 210-298-2222.

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