
Vice President, Community Affairs
Mimecast
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Dallas • Illinois • Texas • United States
Visit company websiteExplore more
Job Level
About the role
- Develop and lead a comprehensive community affairs strategy that supports organizational priorities.
- Advise executive leadership on community issues, emerging trends, and partnership opportunities.
- Represent the organization in high-level community, civic, and governmental forums.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, civic groups, and local government simultaneously across multiple locations.
- Oversee community programs and sponsorships.
- Ensure community investments reflect organizational values and deliver measurable impact.
- Serve as a spokesperson on community-related matters.
- Collaborate with communications teams to craft messaging that reflects community priorities.
- Monitor public sentiment and guide proactive engagement strategies.
- Partner with HR, Communications (Marketing), and Asset Management to integrate community engagement across the organization.
- Provide guidance to internal teams on culturally responsive and community-centered practices.
- Oversee budgets, grants, and community investment portfolios.
- Establish metrics to evaluate program effectiveness and community impact.
- Prepare reports and presentations for executive leadership and the board.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in community relations, public affairs, nonprofit leadership, or a related field.
- Proven track record of building partnerships with diverse community stakeholders.
- Strong executive presence and communication skills, with the ability to represent the organization credibly and authentically to internal and external audiences.
- Experience navigating complex political, social, and cultural environments.
- Ability to think strategically while managing multiple initiatives simultaneously.
- Leadership experience with a deep understanding of community dynamics and the ability to translate insights into effective, actionable strategies.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Administration, Finance, Real Estate, or a related field required; MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible work hours
- Paid time off
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
community affairs strategycommunity programs managementbudget oversightgrant managementprogram effectiveness evaluationreport preparationpresentation skills
Soft Skills
executive presencecommunication skillsrelationship buildingstrategic thinkingleadershipcultural responsivenessproactive engagementmulti-initiative management
Certifications
Bachelor’s degreeMBA