Operations and Communications Manager

The Role
Are you a dynamic, organized, and motivated individual looking to make a tangible impact in your community? LEADS is seeking an Operations and Communications Manager to join our team and play a pivotal role in advancing our mission and scaling our organization.
Reporting to the President, you’ll be at the heart of our operations and communications, helping us translate strategic objectives into operational success, overseeing the development and implementation of efficient internal systems, and ensuring that our programs run smoothly. You’ll manage program logistics, vendor relationships, internal systems, and social media strategy, and support our development program. You’ll also be the point person for integrating AI into our various workflows—realizing efficiencies while staying true to our relational and community principles.
We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented individual with excellent communication skills, a collaborative spirit, and a passion for making a positive impact. Join us for a chance to be part of a passionate team driving real change.
What You’ll Do
Program Operations
Event Coordination: You’ll work closely with the Executive Director to manage logistics and operations for our LEADS programs, which include full-day and multi-day events for 50–100+ leaders at a time.
Vendor Liaison: You’ll build and maintain relationships with our vendors, ensuring smooth contract management and top-notch service for all our events and operations.
Systems & Capacity Building
Project Management: You’ll implement task and project management tools to streamline event management and support larger strategic efforts.
Workforce Training Funds: You’ll develop and manage a process for qualifying and securing state tuition reimbursement, helping us maximize available resources.
Fundraising Systems: You’ll support our emerging development program, tracking funder and prospect information, and capturing the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activities that advance their connection to LEADS.
Organizational Management
Systems: You’ll enhance and manage our internal systems for shared process and documentation, ensuring everyone is on the same page and operations run smoothly.
Database: You’ll maintain our internal CRM to track our growing network of funders and partners, keeping connections strong and organized. You’ll become the content expert of our CRM platform.
Tech: You’ll oversee and standardize technology use across the organization, ensuring our team has the best tools to succeed.
Events Management
Program Production: You’ll run point on everything from venue selection and catering coordination to room setup and overall logistics for one- to two-day program modules hosted for groups of 40–150 leaders.
Fundraising Events: You’ll help develop and implement logistics for fundraising events, ranging from informal house parties to highly produced galas.
Communications
Social Media: You’ll work directly with our Chief Advancement Officer to develop and manage social media protocols across all channels, create content, and tell an effective story in the LEADS brand voice to enhance our online presence and engagement.
Newsletters: You’ll produce regular newsletters for our community.
Team & Culture
Team Meetings: You’ll support our growing team in a variety of ways—managing agendas, scheduling and co-facilitating meetings, coordinating co-working days, and contributing to a strong, collaborative, and positive organizational culture in a rapidly growing, fast-paced environment.
Who You Are
Organized & Efficient
You have a talent for organizing tasks and managing your time effectively. You prioritize well and ensure deadlines are met without compromising quality. You take pride in keeping yourself and others on track.
Detail-Oriented & Thorough
Your meticulous attention to detail ensures high-quality work and reliable outcomes - nothing gets overlooked. You understand that the little things can make a big difference.
Proactive & Resourceful
You anticipate challenges before they arise and proactively seek out solutions. You’re always on the lookout for ways to improve processes and outcomes.
Independent & Self-Motivated
You can work independently, taking ownership of your responsibilities and driving projects forward with minimal supervision. You thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. At LEADS, we’re building as we go - and that energizes you.
Flexible & Adaptable
You’re comfortable navigating change and can adapt to new situations with ease. You can pivot quickly and efficiently, ensuring smooth operations even in a dynamic environment. You don’t take constructive criticism personally and understand it’s part of the creative process. You bring a positive attitude and a sense of humor. You appreciate the role laughter plays in fostering a collaborative work environment.
Collaborative & Communicative
You enjoy working alongside others and understand the importance of clear, open communication. You know that honesty makes for a stronger team. You’re a great listener, value diverse perspectives, and work well with others to achieve common goals.