Position Summary:

• Works directly with the CEO/State Director and COO/Associate State Director, leading the strategic planning and execution of multiple large-scale projects, including the management of multi-million-dollar grant-funded programs, statewide branding initiatives, and the coordination of major statewide business events, training programs, and public outreach initiatives
• Serves as the primary marketing lead for the entire NJSBDC network, developing and implementing marketing strategies that ensure businesses across New Jersey are aware of and engaged with the organization's services
• Supervises a full time part-time employees and student interns, ensuring that all logistical, administrative, and operational tasks related to program deployment and outreach efforts are executed efficiently
• Develops comprehensive reports, grant narratives, accreditation documentation, and impact assessments that drive strategic decision-making and support compliance with federal and state regulations
• Leads public-facing efforts by managing relationships with small business-related government agencies, economic development organizations, chambers of commerce, and business associations to strengthen NJSBDC's partnerships, amplify its reach, and increase participation in its business support programs
• Manages complex statewide initiatives, oversees multi-channel marketing strategies, coordinates large-scale events, and drives impactful engagement efforts that strengthen NJSBDC's reputation as New Jersey's leading small business support organization
• Ability to travel to client and SBDC sites, events; must have access to transportation, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and longer days, as required.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Management, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience in project management, marketing, public relations, or nonprofit program coordination

City: Newark

State: NJ

Equipment Utilized:

• Knowledge of graphic art programs such as Canva and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) for professional content creation.
• Experience with Center IC database for tracking training sessions, managing client data, and documenting event participation and outcomes.
• Advanced knowledge of Outlook, MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft platforms.
• Experienced with Eventbrite for event registration and coordination, and skilled in using Constant Contact for creating and distributing newsletters, event invitations, and promotional materials.
• Experience with Google Workspace (Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Forms) and Box for collaborative file management and secure data sharing.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Able to travel on-site and off-site.
• Assist with event preparation, including setting up materials, technology, and signage for smooth execution.
• Operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment .
• Largely a sedentary role; however, may require the ability to lift up to 25lbs.

Posting Number: 25ST0744

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