GARE Network Community Manager

📍 Location: Remote | 💰 Salary: $80,728 - $90,819 per year | 🕒 Employment Type: Full-Time

Join Our Mission to Advance Racial Equity

At Race Forward, we are committed to building a just, multiracial democracy, free from oppression and exploitation. Since 1981, we have worked to catalyze movement building for racial justice by providing research, media, and practice-based strategies. Through initiatives like Colorlines and the Facing Race Conference, we empower individuals and institutions to take effective action for racial equity.

About the Role

The GARE Network Community Manager will play a pivotal role in fostering engagement and strengthening relationships within the Government Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE) Online Community—a dynamic space where 15,000+ racial equity practitioners in government collaborate, share ideas, and drive systemic change.

In this role, you will be a network weaver, connecting members, facilitating discussions, organizing events, and developing engagement strategies. You’ll work closely with practitioners, government leaders, and Race Forward staff to create a thriving and impactful online community.

Key Responsibilities

🔹 Community Engagement & Strategy

• Cultivate relationships with racial equity practitioners, fostering meaningful connections through the GARE Online Community.
• Develop and execute engagement strategies that promote participation and collaboration.
• Identify key influencers and thought leaders, curating discussions and amplifying impactful work.
• Support facilitation and technical needs for Network Groups and Exchanges.

🔹 Content & Program Development

• Design and implement campaigns to encourage user participation.
• Organize virtual and in-person events that strengthen the network.
• Elevate key topics and trends, ensuring members have access to relevant resources and conversations.
• Develop curation strategies to compile and share user-generated content, creating resource libraries and best practice guides.

🔹 Platform & Technology Management

• Manage the GARE Online Community platform (Higher Logic Thrive), ensuring it remains an effective hub for engagement.
• Utilize data-driven insights to refine community engagement strategies.
• Support content moderation, uphold community values, and ensure a welcoming online environment.

🔹 Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong partnerships with internal teams, external partners, and community members.
• Align online engagement strategies with Race Forward’s broader communications and racial equity initiatives.
• Lead cross-departmental projects to enhance onboarding and user engagement.

Who You Are

✅ A Natural Connector – You have a relational approach to community-building, understanding how to engage people both online and in person.

✅ Passionate About Racial Equity – You are committed to advancing racial justice and have experience working in social justice or government-related initiatives.

✅ Tech-Savvy & Strategic – You understand how to manage online communities, curate content, and leverage engagement strategies using platforms like Higher Logic Thrive.

✅ Highly Organized & Detail-Oriented – You can juggle multiple projects, synthesize information, and execute ideas efficiently.

✅ A Strong Communicator – You excel in written and verbal communication, engaging members and stakeholders effectively.

Qualifications & Experience

📌 Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of experience in community management, online engagement, project management, or digital organizing.
• Experience managing online communities, preferably for social impact networks, nonprofits, or government organizations.
• Familiarity with racial justice, government policy, and institutional culture change is a plus.

📌 Skills & Tools:

• Experience with Higher Logic Thrive or similar community engagement platforms.
• Strong understanding of CRM systems (Salesforce preferred).
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel).
• Ability to analyze data to improve engagement strategies.

Why Join Race Forward?

✨ 100% Employer-Paid Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage.

✨ Remote Work Flexibility – Work from anywhere with a home office stipend.

✨ Professional Growth – Be part of a leading racial justice organization, driving real impact in government and policy.

✨ A Values-Driven Team – Join a passionate, mission-driven group of professionals committed to racial equity.

How to Apply

💻 Apply Online: Race Forward Careers

📅 Start Date: ASAP

💡 Need Accommodations? Race Forward is committed to full inclusion and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance, contact HRSupport@RaceForward.org.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Race Forward is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and prohibit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, age, or any other protected characteristic.

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