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The Global Centre for Risk and Innovation (GCRI)

Website contact@therisk.global

Company Description

The Global Centre for Risk and Innovation (GCRI) is an organization that aims to build participatory mechanisms for private-public-planet actions to mitigate risks and make smarter decisions towards more resilient, democratic, and prosperous communities. Our mission is to create a unique nexus where civil society meets and engages the academy, industry, and government to collectively achieve our goals. We envision a world of harmony, equity, and justice for all on a sustainable planet, nurtured by innovation, open collaboration, and engaged citizenry.

Role Description

The Manager of Community Engagement and Outreach at GCRI is a pivotal role dedicated to fostering and strengthening the organization’s relationships within the community and beyond. This role is instrumental in amplifying GCRI’s mission, ensuring that our initiatives resonate with diverse audiences, and facilitating collaborative endeavors. The manager will serve as GCRI’s ambassador, bridging the gap between the organization and the community, ensuring mutual understanding, collaboration, and growth.

Responsibilities

  1. Community Engagement:
    • Develop and implement strategies to engage with various community groups, stakeholders, and partners.
    • Organize and facilitate community meetings, forums, and events to promote GCRI’s initiatives and gather feedback.
    • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure community insights are integrated into GCRI’s broader strategies.
  2. Outreach Programs:
    • Design and execute outreach campaigns to raise awareness about GCRI’s mission, projects, and opportunities.
    • Partner with educational institutions, local organizations, and other relevant entities to promote GCRI’s initiatives.
  3. Stakeholder Relations:
    • Build and maintain relationships with key community leaders, organizations, and stakeholders.
    • Address any concerns or issues that arise, ensuring that GCRI’s reputation and relationships remain positive and constructive.
  4. Event Management:
    • Plan, coordinate, and execute community events, workshops, and seminars, ensuring they align with GCRI’s objectives and resonate with the target audience.
    • Collaborate with the media and PR teams to ensure effective coverage and promotion of community events.
  5. Feedback and Reporting:
    • Gather feedback from community interactions and provide insights to the GCRI leadership team.
    • Monitor and report on the effectiveness of community engagement and outreach initiatives, recommending improvements as necessary.
  6. Continuous Learning:
    • Stay updated on community engagement best practices, trends, and tools.
    • Attend relevant workshops, seminars, and conferences to enhance community engagement skills and knowledge.

Qualifications

  • Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Community Relations, Public Relations, Communications, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
  • Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in community engagement, outreach, or a related role, preferably within a nonprofit or research-oriented organization.
  • Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities, with the skill to engage diverse audiences effectively.
  • Organizational Skills: Strong ability to plan, coordinate, and execute multiple events and campaigns simultaneously.
  • Interpersonal Skills: A natural ability to build and maintain relationships, with a genuine passion for community engagement.
  • Analytical Abilities: Proficiency in analyzing the effectiveness of engagement strategies and deriving actionable insights.
  • Cultural Sensitivity: A deep understanding and respect for diverse cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives.
  • Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with community engagement tools, platforms, and software.
  • Professionalism: A commitment to upholding GCRI’s values, ethics, and mission in all community interactions.

 

Compensation & Benefits

Base Compensation: This position is primarily on a volunteer basis, underscoring the dedication and enthusiasm for GCRI’s overarching mission and goals.

Performance Incentives: While the position is fundamentally volunteer-based, GCRI acknowledges and rewards outstanding contributions. Incentives are granted for:

  • Establishing significant community collaborations or partnerships that align with GCRI’s strategic goals.
  • Sustaining and enhancing these valuable community relationships over time.

Non-Monetary Benefits:

  • Professional Development: GCRI supports continuous learning, offering avenues for skill enhancement through specialized training sessions, workshops, and industry conferences.
  • Networking Opportunities: Engage with a broader community and industry professionals through exclusive access to premier events, seminars, and workshops.
  • Recognition: Exceptional efforts in community engagement and outreach won’t go unnoticed. GCRI will publicly commend significant achievements, elevating your professional standing.

Reimbursements: GCRI ensures coverage for all role-related expenditures, encompassing:

  • Travel allowances for official community engagements.
  • Meal provisions during official meetings and events.
  • Essential tools or software to streamline community outreach and engagement activities.

Contractual Provisions: Our contractual agreement will distinctly outline:

  • The specific benchmarks and scenarios under which performance incentives are granted, such as the successful establishment of a key community partnership or the execution of a significant outreach event.
  • Stipulations ensuring that the compensation framework adheres rigorously to nonprofit regulations, with a particular focus on performance-based incentives.

 

Policies and Opportunities

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: At GCRI, we are deeply committed to fostering a culture that values diversity and inclusivity. Our equal opportunity ethos ensures that all managerial appointments and decisions are anchored in qualifications, merit, and organizational requirements, without regard to race, gender, religion, age, or any other protected status.

Internal Growth and Advancement: GCRI cherishes its team members and often looks within its ranks when filling positions. The commitment, insights, and passion our managers bring position them as prime candidates for elevated roles within our structure.

Zero Tolerance for Discrimination and Harassment: GCRI is a sanctuary of respect and safety. We strictly prohibit any form of harassment or discrimination, ensuring every team member feels valued and secure.

Continuous Professional Enhancement: At GCRI, managerial roles aren’t just positions; they’re avenues for continuous growth. We facilitate a plethora of seminars, workshops, and courses aimed at equipping our managers with future-ready skills, enhancing their current roles and priming them for elevated positions within GCRI.

Balancing Professional Commitments: Recognizing the multifaceted responsibilities our managers might shoulder, GCRI offers adaptable work schedules and options for remote engagement, ensuring effective contribution without compromising on personal well-being.

Open Dialogue and Evolution: Transparent communication is the cornerstone of our growth. GCRI values feedback from its managerial cadre, ensuring we evolve in sync with their insights. Periodic reviews and open discussions ensure every perspective is considered, valued, and integrated.

Upholding Data Integrity and Confidentiality: The confidence our managers place in us is sacred. GCRI is committed to the highest standards of data protection, ensuring all personal information is safeguarded with utmost diligence and accessed only by authorized individuals.

Engagement Beyond Boundaries: GCRI’s aspirations transcend our immediate confines. We empower our managers to interact with the larger community, providing a platform to effect meaningful global change.

Navigating the Future Landscape: With the future teeming with prospects, GCRI stands at the cusp of this transformation. Our managers gain unparalleled insights into the paradigms shaping the future, ensuring they’re not just ready but ahead of the curve. This foresight, coupled with our dedication to professional development, guarantees our managers are primed for the myriad opportunities on the horizon.

 

Workflow & Structure:

At the Global Centre for Risk and Innovation (GCRI), we’ve cultivated a unique organizational model that emphasizes collaboration, integration, and collective intelligence. Here’s a breakdown of our managerial workflow and the role of committees within the GCRI structure:

1. Managerial Roles:

Centralized Communication Hub: All managerial roles, regardless of their specific domain, operate through a centralized communication hub. This hub serves as the nexus for:

  • Real-time performance reviews by directors.
  • Day-to-day communications, ensuring alignment and swift decision-making.
  • Knowledge sharing, promoting a culture of continuous learning.

Management Board Participation: Every manager is a member of the Management Board, ensuring they are not only leaders in their respective domains but also key decision-makers for the organization at large.

2. Committee-Centric Operations:

Unified Vision: Managers participate in various committees, ensuring they’re always aligned with GCRI’s broader goals. This participation ensures that while they have domain-specific responsibilities, they’re also attuned to the organization’s overarching mission.

Inter-departmental Collaboration: The committee structure is designed to foster collaboration. Managers bring their domain-specific insights to these committees, ensuring that strategies and solutions are holistic, considering all facets of a challenge.

Breaking Down Silos: The committee-centric model ensures no department operates in isolation. This structure promotes a seamless flow of ideas, resources, and innovations across all departments.

3. GCRI’s Holistic Structure:

Director of Committees: All managers report to the Director of Committees. This role is pivotal in overseeing the seamless integration of all managerial functions, ensuring that the committee-centric model operates efficiently.

Committee Operations: Committees are the operational backbone of GCRI. They ensure:

  • A unified approach to problem-solving.
  • Streamlined resource allocation.
  • Continuous feedback loops, promoting iterative improvements.

Managerial Integration: While managers have specific responsibilities, their active participation in committees ensures they’re always working in harmony with other departments, driving collective success.

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