[Hiring] Economic Initiatives Manager @Community Economic Development Association of Michigan (CEDAM)
Apr 05, 2025 - Community Economic Development Association of Michigan (CEDAM) is hiring a remote Economic Initiatives Manager. 💸 Salary: $63,268. 📍Location: USA.
Role Description
The Community Economic Development Association of Michigan (CEDAM) seeks an individual with proven success in building coalitions and providing technical assistance to join our team as the economic initiatives manager. Under the direction of the CEDAM director of economic initiatives, this person will work closely with diverse stakeholders across Michigan to steer and implement economic initiatives, ensuring program compliance and providing expert support. To be successful, the manager will maintain and strengthen existing coalitions while also developing new strategies to expand reach and impact. This position involves both internal and external engagement, making the manager the key point of contact for coalition members, grantees, and partners.
SCOPE OF WORK
- Guide and implement EI coalition-building efforts
- Provide technical assistance to key stakeholders
- Ensure grant compliance
- Support grantees
- Maintain departmental documentation
- Oversee program implementation
- Support department objectives
- Contribute to communications
- Engage in cross-organizational activities
Coalition Building (30%)
- Manage day-to-day operations of the coalitions
- Be responsible for coalition meeting administration
- Lead planning and implementation of coalition training
- Strengthen existing coalitions through outreach
Technical assistance & resource development (20%)
- Act as a thought partner to organizations
- Provide direct technical assistance as needed
- Assist organizations in aligning community projects with best practices
Grant Oversight (15%)
- Maintain and create written documentation and policies
- Communicate requirements to grantees
- Collect, maintain, and ensure accuracy of grantee records
- Complete and submit accurate grant reports
- Identify and report compliance issues
Programs Management (10%)
- Ensure timely program communications and accurate grant reporting
- Work with the director to determine department objectives
- Contribute to communication efforts for the department
Cross-Organization Support (15%)
- Attend bi-weekly all-staff meetings in Lansing
- Represent CEDAM at conferences and events
- Participate in CEDAM organizational committees
- Collaborate with coworkers via task management software and Slack
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
- Collaborative and Facilitative: Highly motivated to develop meaningful professional relationships
- Expert and Supportive: Skilled at providing clear, accurate, and empowering technical assistance
- Meticulous and Mission-Aligned: Approaches grant oversight and program management with attention to detail
We're looking for someone who has:
- Proven success in managing complex projects and maintaining organizational systems
- Proven ability to work effectively across a variety of program partners
- Demonstrated experience in leading and facilitating productive meetings
- Precision in past work and attention to detail
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Advanced understanding of digital platforms
- Proven and extensive experience in individual income tax preparation
- Demonstrated technical knowledge and research ability
Benefits
- Employer-paid health, vision, and dental insurance starting on day 1
- Strong retirement match after one year of employment
- Unlimited paid time off
- Recognition of all state and federal holidays
- Flexible work schedules
- Professional development budget
Why CEDAM?
CEDAM takes great pride in its collaborative environment, vibrant atmosphere, and welcoming team members. The CEDAM team is currently working remotely with an office available in the REO Town neighborhood in Lansing if needed. New staff members have access to a home office stipend to assist with outfitting their space. Candidates may be based anywhere in Michigan so long as they're able to travel to Lansing and other areas of the state.
The deadline to apply is Sunday, April 27, 2025.
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Salary
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$63,268
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Remote
Location
USA
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Job Type
full-time
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Posted
Apr 05, 2025
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| 📍 | Be aware of the location restriction for this remote position: USA |
| ‼ | Beware of scams! When applying for jobs, you should NEVER have to pay anything. Learn more. |
