Manager, Member Communications and Events at CropLife America & RISE – Arlington, Virginia

RISE (Responsible Industry for a Sound Environment), a trade association established in 1991, is seeking a full-time Manager of Member Communications and Events. Based at RISE headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, the Manager, Member Communications and Events, leads development and implementation of member communications initiatives, plans and executes key association events, and drives member engagement programs to support RISE's mission and industry presence. Working under the direction of the Vice President, Public Affairs, the Manager will use RISE's five-year strategic plan and annual tactical plan to advance organizational goals.

The position requires in-office presence at RISE headquarters at least three days a week and travel approximately 30 percent of the time.

Responsibilities:

Communications

• Manage RISE member communications and develop RISE's content strategy, including RISE's editorial calendar, in alignment with RISE's strategic and tactical plans. The communication channels include email distributions, member webinars, website, reports, in-person speaking engagements, LinkedIn, and more.
• Manage member communications projects and events, including budget development, timelines, and production in coordination with RISE consultants.
• Collaborate with the Vice President of Public Affairs on overarching communications strategy and execution.

Member Engagement & Development

• Manage RISE's membership development and retention programs and serve as the first contact for member inquiries and needs.
• Serve as staff liaison to the association’s Programs & Membership Committee, and other project or work groups as necessary, providing regular updates and support.
• Cultivate meaningful member relationships and facilitate deepening involvement in the organization by acting as a connector and by providing support to other departments within the association.
• Lead program and event sponsorship solicitation and fulfillment, ensure timely outreach and sponsor recognition, and track progress against defined annual sponsorship goals.

In addition, this position will lead the production and the successful delivery of RISE events.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• A minimum of six years of professional experience in communications, with increasing responsibility.
• Experience in nonprofit, association, policy-focused communications, or in a communications agency preferred.
• Professional and effective in written, verbal, and interpersonal communication, with knowledge of AP style.
• Adept in relationship building, problem solving, and conflict resolution.
• Exceptional attention to detail and quality control.
• Experience successfully managing multiple projects, deadlines, and budgets.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to align messaging with organizational goals.
• Skilled at survey design, feedback collection, and data analysis to inform communications and member engagement strategies.
• Familiar with WordPress, Swoogo, Microsoft Dynamics, iContact, Adobe Creative Suite, and Google Analytics or related content management platforms.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams.