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Manager - Community Engagement DTE Energy Location: Michigan Category: Marketing

Electricenergyonline, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228


Job ID: 13870Job SummaryResponsible for leading a team to develop and execute strategies to establish and strengthen DTE's partnerships with community stakeholders, identifying barriers and developing opportunities for strategic collaboration in the communities we serve across our service territory. Utilize strategic thinking and relationship building techniques to identify and pursue partnership opportunities that align with the company's objectives and drive its community engagement efforts. Responsible for managing and maintaining relationships with a broad set of stakeholders to enhance the company's credibility among community leaders and support the achievement of business objectives. Engage in significant interaction with both DTE's senior leadership and influential leaders from external organizations. Span of Control: typically,

Key AccountabilitiesDevelops and leads a comprehensive strategy to establish and expand DTE's network of community partners including nonprofits, community groups, and community leaders to create greater community impact.Develops and leads the oversight of goals, objectives, and key performance indicators to measure the success and impact of partnership initiatives.Develops and has direct oversight and involvement in DTE's community engagement and outreach strategic plan.Represents DTE both internally and externally and cultivates relationships with key stakeholders to increase awareness and visibility of DTE in the community.Oversees the development and management of major community engagement programs, events, and forums, such as the Community Partners Meeting and Community Advisory Council, enterprise-wide United Way fundraising program, etc.Identifies, assesses, and evaluates opportunities for external partnerships on an ongoing basis and adjusts strategies and tactics accordingly. Builds relationships with key influential and thought leaders to promote and advocate company positions.Evaluates new partnership opportunities to ensure they are aligned with business priorities and oversees execution.Conducts research and analysis to identify and pursue potential partnership opportunities that align with DTE's goals and objectives.Develops and maintains a cohesive team of employees and performs leader functions that include selection, coaching, development, goal setting, and performance management, as well as the utilization of other rewards and recognition tools to optimize individual and team performance.Advises, supports, and serves as a company expert on community outreach to all members of senior management.Minimum Education & Experience RequirementsBachelor's degree in public policy, communications, business administration, marketing, or related discipline with 8 years of job relevant experience and 2 years of formal leadership experience.Other QualificationsAbility to recognize potential synergies between philanthropic opportunities and the enterprise's public policy, relationship building, and credibility building objectives.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to interact with all levels of management and external parties.Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.Ability to attend external events during work hours and after work hours.Ability to think strategically to develop new programs with little or no previous structure in place.Ability to manage multiple, complex projects under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment and often changing priorities.Analytical and problem-solving skills consistent with the ability to identify key issues from a broad range of alternatives and recommend optimal solutions for various situations.Computer skills including MS PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.Local/Regional travel required.

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