The American Diabetes Association (ADA) is seeking a Senior Manager, Health Equity to support ADAs Eye Health Equity initiative. The Senior Manager will be relied on as a strategic partner to community-based organizations in the Washington DC/Baltimore, MD area. The Senior Manager will report to the Senior Vice President, Health Equity, and be responsible for coalition development, initiating and advancing grassroots and communications strategies, coordinating and implementing community outreach, provide awareness and education and support the coordination of participation/engagement with community partners at the Eye Health Equity Summit. This is a temporary 12-month position working part time (20- 25hrs/week) and must be based in the Washington, DC area.RESPONSIBILITIESIndividual contributor responsible for cultivating and creating relationships, and collaborating with community-based organizations, community influencers, health clinics and organizations, and other partners to implement and advance ADAs Eye Health Equity initiative. In addition to forming new relationships within the community, this person will collaborate with existing community partners.Strategic Summit event planning, event implementation, engagement with diverse stakeholders around event attendance, participation and follow up.Provide leadership as the key ADA point of contact and subject matter expert for the local community and region.Drive creative solutions and ideas informed by the community that will remove barriers to equitable health and advance access to quality careRepresent the ADA and ADA-led collaborations at local events and meetingsUtilize company assets to raise awareness of prediabetes and diabetes-related eye disease within the community, as well as support sustainable change at the individual and community levelOther duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONSBachelors degree or equivalent experience in community engagement and impact, civic roles, community-based organizations, public health, health promotion, public relations, or related field3 years experience in community engagement and impact, civic roles, community-based organizations, public health, health promotion, public relations, or related field.Proficiency in spoken and written Spanish is strongly preferredExceptional written and verbal communication skills.Demonstrated ability to recruit and mobilize volunteers and support Community Councils and Leadership Boards.In-depth understanding of local communitys strengths and opportunities; existing relationships with community leaders and ability to build those relationships.Ability to manage multiple projects and relationships simultaneously.WHY WORK HEREThe American Diabetes Association (ADA) offers a rewarding career working for one of the premier voluntary health organizations in the world supporting people with type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes. Our employees like working at the ADA because of our mission, the inclusive environment, work-life balance, our benefits and our culture:Industry competitive base pay ranging from $30.00 - $35.00/hr for this role. Base offers are determined by several factors including but not limited to your relevant work experience, education, certifications, location, internal pay equity, etc.A culture of recognition including new hire welcome announcements, service anniversary awards, referral bonuses, monthly All Employee Assembly, appreciation awardsGenerous Paid Time Off, including holidays, vacation days, personal days and sick daysComprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA),disability & life insurance, pet insurance, and retirement savingsGuided by our mission, we provide top tier diabetes supply coverage through our medical benefits programA company focus on offering mental health programs and work/life balance with most of our employees working remoteJoining our dedicated team affords the gratification of knowing beyond a doubt that you will impact the lives and well-being of millionsAbout the Organization The American Diabetes Association (ADA) is a leader in the fight to end diabetes. Our mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. We provide lifesaving education and resources backed by trusted experts to help people learn how to make life with diabetes easier until the day diabetes is gone for good. Through research, the ADA searches relentlessly for a cure and supports the professionals who provide direct care. Our team is on the ground fighting for those with diabetes who suffer discrimination, health inequity, high health care costs and so much more. Employees of the ADA embrace this mission and vision and keep people living with diabetes at the center of everything we do. Req Number HEA-24-00003Location Arlington RemoteFull-Time/Part-Time Part-TimeCategory Health EquityEOE Statement It is the policy of the American Diabetes Association to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.This position is currently accepting applications.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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