Associate Manager, Programs & Community Initiatives

Take Your Career On A Mission!

Our employees like working at the American Diabetes Association because of our opportunities, inclusive environment, benefits and culture. They remain employees because they are passionate about our cause. Experience the gratification of knowing your work impacts the well-being of millions of people, both directly and indirectly, affected by diabetes.


The American Diabetes Association, the nation's leading health organization focused on diabetes, is seeking an Associate Manager, Programs & Community Initiatives to support our efforts in the Eastern New England (Boston, MA) office. The ENE area includes Eastern Massachusetts, Maine, Rhode Island & New Hampshire.

The ideal candidate is an independent go-getter, who works well in team settings, & takes direction. You will have experience working among diverse communities through educational efforts, volunteer development (includes recruitment & training), community organizing & outreach through faith-based & youth initiatives. Primary responsibilities for this position will include, but are not limited to community development, program implementation, volunteer recruitment, & public presentations/speaking and administrative details (maintaining files) & supervising volunteers & student interns.


* Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
* Demonstrated experience in program implementation, community organizing, public health & policy, volunteer management, & developing/maintaining partnerships with medical, community & faith based groups/institutions.
* Experience working with & among diverse communities & in particular communities of color
* Administrative & detail-oriented with excellent verbal & writing skills
* Familiarity with grant writing
* Ability to prioritize key assignments & work independently
* Must have excellent command of Microsoft Office applications
* Must be willing & able to work evenings & weekends
* Must have a driver’s license in good standing & access to an automobile as frequent local travel is required
* Must be willing & able to travel out of state for 2-5 days at a time
* Bilingual verbal & written skills (Spanish/French/Haitian Creole) highly desirable.
* Other responsibilities as assigned
* Ability to lift 25 pounds


When you join us, you can expect competitive salaries, comprehensive benefit programs, and a true focus on work-life balance. You can find all of this in an environment that promotes inclusion. Are you ready to take your career on a mission?

An equal opportunity employer.

Cure * Care * Commitment

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