Senior Community Recovery Manager Hurricane Helene NC and TN Long Term Recovery Operation

American Red Cross - Asheville, NC

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Asheville, NC

Social Assistance

About the position

The Senior Community Recovery Manager for Hurricane Helene NC and TN Long-Term Recovery Operation is responsible for leading community recovery efforts in the aftermath of the disaster. This role involves managing a team, coordinating with community leaders, and implementing recovery programs to address the needs of affected communities. The position is term-limited for 24 months with potential for extension, and it requires frequent travel within the impacted areas.

Responsibilities

• Direct, coordinate, manage and support community recovery staff.
• Produce plans and reports as required.
• Support grants and individual resilience efforts to maximize impact in vulnerable communities.
• Conduct community assessments to understand the impact of the storm and recovery efforts.
• Conduct strategic planning for community recovery interventions and facilitate meetings among community sectors.
• Manage outreach activities and establish contacts with community leaders.
• Maintain effective working relationships with community agencies, schools, businesses, and government.
• Monitor progress through data collection and ensure services are available to diverse communities.
• Coordinate external activities with internal Red Cross departments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• 3 years of supervisory or management experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of program or service and ability to create presentations and develop training modules.
• Ability to develop project plans, budgets, and strategies to achieve organizational goals.
• Demonstrated analytical and decision-making skills for continuous program improvements.
• Proven track record of collaboration, facilitation, problem solving, marketing, leadership, and partnership management.
• Ability for planning, public speaking, project management, and process improvement.
• Intermediate proficiency with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to work outside of regular duty hours including nights and weekends.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Valid Driver's License.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
• PTO: Starting at 15 days a year
• Holidays: 11 paid holidays
• 401K with 5% match
• Paid Family Leave
• Employee Assistance
• Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
• Service Awards and recognition