Business and community engagement strategist

WEAVE’s mission is to promote safe and healthy relationships and support survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, and sex trafficking. WEAVE’s vision is When Everyone Acts Violence Ends.

Position Summary

The Business and Community Engagement Strategist is responsible for leading the growth and advancement of WEAVE's Silence Doesn't Work Here initiative, a signature community engagement program designed to equip businesses and organizations with the knowledge, tools, and commitment needed to recognize, respond, and refer individuals impacted by domestic violence and sexual assault. Serving as the strategic lead, this position is responsible for revitalizing the initiative, expanding participation, developing partnership and engagement strategies, and driving its successful implementation and long-term growth throughout the region.

In addition to leading Silence Doesn't Work Here, the Business and Community Engagement Strategist serves as the key architect of WEAVE’s business and community engagement efforts. This position develops and implements strategies that strengthen community partnerships, expand awareness, increase participation, and deepen support for WEAVE's mission. Working collaboratively with internal teams and community stakeholders, the Strategist helps guide community outreach activities, agency and community events, donation drives, volunteer engagement opportunities, and other initiatives that strengthen WEAVE's visibility and impact.

The Strategist also serves as the primary staff liaison for WEAVE fundraising events, partnering across departments, sponsors, vendors, volunteers, and community organizations to ensure successful engagement and execution. This position identifies opportunities to expand WEAVE's community presence, cultivate strategic partnerships, and create sustainable pathways for businesses and organizations to support survivors and advance WEAVE's mission.

The successful candidate is a skilled relationship-builder, strategist, and ambassador who excels at cultivating partnerships, strengthening community connections, leading cross-functional initiatives, and generating sustainable community and business support for WEAVE's mission.

Key Responsibilities

Silence Doesn't Work Here Program Leadership – 50%

• Lead the strategic revitalization, implementation, and growth of WEAVE's Silence Doesn't Work Here program
• Support the development of and maintain participant materials, resource guides, toolkits, follow-up materials, and educational content.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for prospective and participating organizations.
• Facilitate and oversee Silence Doesn't Work Here presentations, trainings, and organizational onboarding activities.
• Develop and implement annual program goals, growth strategies, and performance metrics.
• Cultivate and steward relationships with participating organizations to increase retention, deepen engagement, and expand collaboration with WEAVE.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure program messaging, participant engagement, and recognition activities align with WEAVE's mission and strategic priorities.

Business Partnerships & Community Engagement - 35%

• Serve as a strategic partner to the Community Engagement Coordinator and other internal staff, helping align community engagement activities with organizational priorities and goals.
• Develop and implement strategies that strengthen community engagement activities, including agency and community events, donation drives, volunteer engagement opportunities, and outreach initiatives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact and internal lead for WEAVE fundraising events, coordinating engagement efforts with sponsors, community partners, volunteers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor engagement outcomes and community partnership activities, utilizing data and feedback to improve effectiveness and identify growth opportunities.
• Develop and implement business and community engagement strategies that increase awareness, participation, and long-term support for WEAVE's mission.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with businesses, nonprofit organizations, and community partners to advance WEAVE's mission and strategic goals.
• Identify, cultivate, and steward sponsorship opportunities that support WEAVE's programs, events, and community engagement initiatives.
• Regularly represent WEAVE within the business community and at networking, community, and partnership events.
• Serve as the primary relationship manager for unassigned business partners.
• Serve as a trusted liaison between WEAVE and partnering organizations.

Administration and Planning- 15%

• Track and report on program outcomes, community engagement activities, partnership participation, and other key performance metrics.
• Participate in annual and quarterly planning processes, including goal setting, work planning, and performance evaluation of program initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records, documentation, and data related to community engagement activities, partnerships, and program participation.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

ADA Job Characteristics:

WEAVE is committed to providing inclusive, accessible, and respectful workplaces for all staff, including those with disabilities such as being in a wheelchair, Deaf or Hard of Hearing, blind or low vision or other access or functional needs and we works to equip staff of all abilities with reasonable accommodation to perform their job functions. These can include the provision of adaptive equipment, materials in alternate formats, and flexible work schedules. Our priority is to provide ongoing, individualized accommodation to give all staff access to resources best suited to their needs. If you require accommodation to access this job application, please send a request to hr@weaveinc.org.

Work environment is primarily a busy office setting in a two-story building with stairs and an elevator, or in various community settings to deliver training/presentations. Local travel (driving) will be required to conduct meetings and other activities at various area locations. Employees may need to move around and between floors, occasionally lift or move items weighing up to 25 lbs., or reach items above their head, below their waist, or stored in/on drawers and shelves. Employees may also need to remain in one position (i.e. sitting or standing) for an extended period while completing work tasks. Must be able to efficiently operate a keyboard and mouse or adaptive equivalent, write reports, take notes; utilize desk tools such as phones or calculators, and utilize larger office equipment such as printers and copy machines; communicate clearly and concisely with others; and apply above average reasoning and attention to detail as required in the accomplishment of job duties.

Reasons to Work for WEAVE:

• Compensation & Benefits: We offer competitive non-profit wages, 100% health insurance premium coverage for most eligible employees, dental and vision insurance, long-term disability, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer match contributions, paid holidays, generous PTO accrual, California Paid Sick Leave, an Employee Assistance Plan, and more.
• Growth-Oriented: WEAVE encourages employees to constantly learn and grow their skills; we provide continuing education opportunities, social justice learning opportunities and when possible, we strive to give staff opportunities to attend appropriate conferences and seminars relevant to their work.
• Collaborative & Inclusive Culture: We are committed to a diverse, inclusive, and accessible work environment where all staff and clients feel welcome; we celebrate our differences and actively seek out new perspectives from our staff to improve our programs and services. The successful candidate must be willing and able to work positively with other staff and clients with broad arrays of backgrounds and life experiences. All employees of WEAVE have a responsibility to always treat others with dignity and respect. All employees are expected to exhibit conduct that reflects inclusion during work, at work functions on or off the work site, and at all other organization-sponsored and participative events. All employees are also required to attend and complete annual diversity, equity, and inclusion awareness training to enhance their knowledge to fulfill this responsibility.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:

WEAVE INC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.