Senior Manager, Outposts

Responsibilities

• Manage the vetting and selection of local organizations to serve as Outpost partners
• Support the execution and management of high-quality business strategies and plans
• Work with Outposts and BSF Programs and Digital teams to identify programs and events
• Train and onboard new outposts
• Collaborate with Research and Evaluation teams on national research initiatives
• Partner with Strategic Alliances and Government Relations teams to engage stakeholders
• Communicate KPIs to evaluate and track Outpost performance and impact
• Assist with preparing and monitoring budgets, contracts, and MOUs
• Manage Outpost marketing, public relations, and social media strategies
• Support expansion into new markets through outreach and partner development
• Contribute to fundraising efforts through storytelling and stakeholder engagement

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field or commensurate experience
• 4-7 years of experience in program management and community outreach
• Experience monitoring budgets and reviewing contracts
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Cultural competence in the military and Veteran space
• Ability to travel overnight several times per year for staff offsites and events
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary
• Ability to lift and carry supplies up to 30 lbs

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with membership-driven organizations

About the Company

Blue Star Families is the largest nonprofit dedicated to making military life better for families. We support over 1.5 million military- and veteran-connected family members through a national network of local chapters and community partnerships.