Manager, Community Affairs (Walnut Creek & Long Beach Field Offices)
McDonald's
- Long Beach, CA Walnut Creek, CA
- $96,230-122,690 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Take a class at Hamburger University
- Sample future items in our Test Kitchen
- Utilize the latest technology to connect with your team around the globe
- Lead community engagement efforts that advance McDonald's objectives in assigned region
- Identify and drive partnerships that positively impact our communities and enhance brand reputation
- Represent McDonald's and foster meaningful relationships with key community leaders, civic and charitable organizations, and influencers
- Collaborate closely with respective state and local GR Director and outside lobbyists to synthesize regional advocacy and community engagement strategies
- Engage with McDonald's Owner/Operators on strategies to create positive community impact in the communities in which we serve
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of community engagement activities, regularly gathering feedback and insights from key internal and external stakeholders for continuous improvement
- In cross-functional partnership with the Global Impact and North American Impact teams, develop strategies to positively impact brand reputation and policy matters that impact the McDonald's system and intersect with the company's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Community priorities
- Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree
- 5+ years of experience in Chicago local government, non-profit, or community engagement
- Proven track record building and driving successful community outreach, public relations, or community development initiatives
- Strong project management, event planning and stakeholder engagement skills
- Superior verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with diverse groups of stakeholders, with empathy and cultural competency
- Capacity to develop and execute strategic plans to address community needs and achieve business objectives
- History of developing creative solutions to effectively address community challenges
- Superior organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines and stakeholders simultaneously
- Deep interest in the social, economic, and political dynamics of communities