CAREERS

Overview:

The Strider Education Foundation is a national nonprofit dedicated to helping every child in America learn to ride a bike in kindergarten PE class through the All Kids Bike program.  As we continue to scale our impact nationwide, the Foundation is evolving its operational structure to better support long-term growth and efficiency. The Foundation is transitioning its primary operations to Arizona. This role will be based in Arizona and is part of a broader strategic realignment of the organization’s operational and leadership functions. Candidates should be prepared to work within Avondale, AZ as a condition of employment.

The Public Relations Manager will play a crucial role in enhancing the organization’s visibility, building positive relationships with key stakeholders, and promoting awareness of our programs and initiatives, through coordination of bike reveal moments at schools.  This position requires exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills. 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Event Project Manager:

• Plan and execute major donor activations in multiple areas simultaneously, where activities such as a bike build, and a reveal moment takes place with school and donor
• Coordinate the activation project, ensuring effective communication with schools, donors and possibly dignitaries for scheduling and planning.
• Ensure that all bike builds and reveals are delivered with high quality and meet the expectations of the donors.

• Media Relations:

• • Work with our third party public relations contractor to create and distribute press releases, media alerts, and other materials to generate positive media coverage at reveal moments.
  • Act as the organization’s spokesperson and manage media inquiries.  This involves participating in on-camera interviews.

• Communication Management:

• Act as the primary liaison between donors, schools, communication offices, and media sources.

• Facilitate clear and timely communication to ensure all stakeholders are informed and aligned for reveal moments or events.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key partners to enhance collaboration. 
• Oversee social media accounts for the Foundation.

• Strategic Communication Planning:  

• • Work to develop and implement comprehensive public relations strategies to promote the organization’s mission, programs, and accomplishments.
  • This work will involve coordination with a national contracted public relations team.  On an ongoing basis will meet with key leaders to identify issues and opportunities to position Strider Education Foundation in the media.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or a related industry field.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to think strategically and execute plans effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships.
• Ability to work, travel independently, troubleshoot problems, and make recommendations. 

Physical Demands: 

• Must be able to lift, carry, and move items up to 30 lbs.

• Must be able to travel freely throughout the US and willing to occasionally assist after hour/weekend events 

Location and hours: 

• This position is an in-office position and will be based in Avondale, AZ (office location 12725 W. Indian School Road) 

• Regular office hours are Mon-Thurs 8 am to 5 pm and Fri 8am to noon 

Pay: 

• $50,000 – $60,000 depending upon experience 
• This position reports to the Executive Director 
• This full-time, exempt position qualifies for a benefits package that includes paid time off, sick leave, health benefit stipend of $607/month, and other perks. 

To Apply:

We value passionate individuals who believe their work can make a meaningful impact. If your skills and experience align with this role, please submit your resume and cover letter.