Alliance/Partner Management, Aviation Industry, Budgeting, Campaigns, Catering Services, Communication Skills, Community Relations, Community Support, Customer Experience, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, Facilities Management, Food Services, Healthcare, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Multitasking, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Program Evaluation, Project Tracking, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Reporting Skills, Time Management, Writing Skills
SodexoMagic is seeking a dynamic and community-driven Manager of Community Relations to support DC Public Schools . This role is responsible for managing and advancing community engagement initiatives that strengthen partnerships, enhance program visibility, and support strategic goals.This position plays a key role in planning, coordinating, and executing projects that connect stakeholders, promote meaningful engagement, and drive measurable impact across the communities we serve.
SodexoMagic is the joint venture partnership between NBA Hall of Famer, Earvin “Magic” Johnson and Sodexo. This strategic alliance enables us to deliver creative solutions to our clients along with our local partners throughout the communities we serve. For almost 20 years, we have provided top-level food, facilities management and integrated services to corporations, healthcare facilities, K-12 schools, colleges, universities and aviation lounges.
What You'll Do
+ Manage and execute community relations initiatives aligned with organizational and client goals
+ Plan, direct, and coordinate projects to ensure delivery within timelines and budget parameters
+ Build and maintain partnerships with school leadership, community organizations, and stakeholders
+ Lead and support events, outreach efforts, and engagement campaigns
+ Track project progress, measure outcomes, and provide regular reporting
+ Serve as a liaison between Sodexo, DC Public Schools, and external partners
What We Offer
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
+ Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
+ 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
+ Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
+ Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
What You Bring
+ Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining strong attention to detail and deadlines
+ Strong interpersonal skills with a track record of building partnerships across diverse stakeholder groups
+ Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage a wide range of audiences
+ Strategic mindset with the ability to align community initiatives to broader organizational goals
+ Experience analyzing data, tracking outcomes, and using insights to improve program effectiveness
+ Proactive, solutions-oriented approach with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Who We Are
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please completethis form (https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/dbdf3c39f65e4cd49eda84cc599389ab) .
Qualifications & Requirements
Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 3 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years
Location _US-DC-WASHINGTON_
System ID _989709_
Category _Communications_
Employment Status _Full-Time_
_Exempt_
Posted Range _$89250 to $115500_
Company : Segment Desc _SCHOOL SERVICES_
_On-Site_S
Sodexo
Worldwide Leader in Food and Facilities Management for Over 50 Years
Sodexo was founded in 1966 by Pierre Bellon in Marseilles France and is still majority family owned today. For over 50 years, we have partnered with some of the world’s biggest companies, backed by employees in countries across the globe.
Everything we do is about improving people’s daily lives. We believe healthy school meals make kids do better. That relaxed patients recover faster. And organizations with engaged employees perform better. With our unique wide range of integrated services, this is what our On-site, Benefits and Rewards and Personal Home services do every day.
10,000 employees or more
Food and Beverage Production
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