Manager, External Engagement and Coordination - BRAC USA

About BRAC and BRAC USA

BRAC is an award-winning international non-governmental development organization with the vision of a world free from all forms of exploitation and discrimination, where everyone has the opportunity to realize their potential. BRAC is a leader in developing and implementing cost-effective, evidence-based programs to assist communities in low-income countries, including in conflict-prone and post-disaster settings, as well as situations of extreme poverty. It is an organization of and for the people of the Global South, pioneering new development and social enterprise approaches to equip communities to achieve prosperity.

With headquarters in New York City, BRAC USA is the North American affiliate of BRAC. BRAC USA is an independent 501(c)3 nonprofit that strengthens BRAC's impact by raising awareness about its work, mobilizing resources to support its programs, and amplifying its evidence-based poverty innovations worldwide.

BRAC USA operates in a hybrid work environment. This role is primarily remote, with periodic in-person engagement required in New York City. Candidates located in the New York metropolitan area are preferred to support periodic in-person engagement.

About the Position

After more than half a century of impact at scale, BRAC is deeply committed to creating opportunities for people to realize their potential. BRAC is looking to raise awareness of its work and values among key stakeholders in strategic markets across North America, particularly through high‑touch in‑person and digital events. To support this effort, BRAC USA has created a new role to shape, manage, and steer its growing events portfolio.

This role shapes how BRAC USA shows up externally through events. The Manager will collaborate with BRAC USA’s Communications, Individual Philanthropy, and Partnerships teams to design meaningful, well‑organized experiences that reflect BRAC’s values. These events will engage and strengthen relationships with key partners, donors, and stakeholders, ensuring that these stakeholders experience positive, memorable interactions with BRAC.

The Manager will bring the vision and strategy for these engagements to life. They will oversee the hands-on elements of planning, logistics, vendor management, and execution. BRAC’s event work in the U.S. is relatively new, and the Manager will oversee an exciting expansion in 2026.

Key Responsibilities

Design and deliver strategic, in-person events (c. 40%)

• Lead up to four in-person, medium-sized events each year, including donor receptions, BRAC USA annual convenings, partner roundtables, and region-specific engagement events.
• Collaborate with colleagues, leadership, board members, external partners, and vendors to ensure every event aligns with BRAC’s brand, advocacy, stewardship, and fundraising goals.
• Manage all facets of execution, from planning and guest recruitment through run-of-show and post-event follow-up, ensuring each gathering is purposeful, polished, and builds lasting connections that advance BRAC’s mission.

Support community-based and peer-to-peer initiatives (c. 20%)

• Partner with the Communications and Individual Philanthropy team members to plan and coordinate peer‑to‑peer fundraising initiatives, including community-based activities such as walks, runs, campaigns, or other supporter-led events.
• Provide logistical and branding support, support development of participant materials, and ensure events are consistent with BRAC’s visual identity.
• Track participant engagement and share insights that can strengthen future efforts for the broader BRAC network.

Produce partner- and donor-focused webinars (c. 20%)

• Work in close partnership with BRAC and BRAC International communications teams in Dhaka and field offices to co-design and deliver at least four webinars annually. These sessions will highlight high‑demand topics and give donors and prospects access to program and technical experts across Africa and Asia.
• Coordinate content development, scheduling, speaker preparation, audience recruitment, and pre- and post‑event communications to ensure a high‑quality experience.

Support Individual Philanthropy salon dinners (c. 10%)

• Collaborate with the Individual Philanthropy team to plan and deliver small‑scale donor-facing engagements, including dinners and cultivation events.
• Oversee logistics, support guest communications, and deliver on‑site coordination to ensure an exceptional experience for attendees.
• Align event storytelling, materials, and environment with BRAC’s brand and fundraising goals, and support thoughtful follow‑up to deepen donor engagement.

Oversight of events strategy and systems (c. 10%)

• Build and strengthen BRAC USA's annual event calendar, aligning it with BRAC's global events calendar, and wider organizational needs.
• Oversee all event budgets, ensuring events are cost-effective, and alerting team members and partners when budgets are overstretched.
• Build and maintain relationships with preferred vendors, including catering, production, materials, signage, and on-site support services.
• Negotiate contracts for event services and serve as key vendor contact during all events.
• Identify and procure digital tools to support event promotion, registration, management, attendee follow-up, and post-event communications; ensure timely and appropriate stewardship of attendees.
• Track event metrics, such as attendance, cost, and outcomes, and provide feedback to ensure future programs can improve.

Organizational Stewardship

• Model cultural competence and humility as a member of a multicultural team that works globally.
• Model and support BRAC USA's commitment to valuing and supporting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
• Support BRAC USA's engagement in OneBRAC initiatives.

Qualifications/Skills & Abilities

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and significant relevant professional experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience supporting or leading complex, multi-stakeholder events and engagement initiatives, including participation in strategy, budget management, and execution.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.
• Experience using Salesforce or a comparable CRM system.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing event budgets and vendor relationships.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a nonprofit, international development, or mission-driven organization.
• Professional event certification(s).
• Experience with design tools such as Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, or Canva.
• Experience using collaboration and project management platforms such as Slack or Notion.
• Experience designing events with accessibility and inclusion in mind.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong project management and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects, timelines, and vendors in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to translate organizational goals into clear event strategies and execution plans.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain productive relationships across diverse teams, both in-person and remotely.
• Demonstrated cross-cultural sensitivity and ability to collaborate effectively with international colleagues and stakeholders.
• Ability to collaborate across time zones, including flexibility for early morning, East Coast hours and international calls.
• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and commitment to BRAC USA’s mission.
• Ability to remain calm, adaptable, and solutions-oriented during live events and high-pressure situations.
• Knowledge of event branding and ability to ensure alignment with brand voice and visual identity.

Work Environment & Travel Requirements

• Fast-paced, mission-driven work environment with multiple priorities.
• Ability to manage the physical demands of on-site event execution, which may include prolonged periods of standing, walking, and the ability to lift or move event materials up to 25 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to participate in international calls outside standard working hours as needed.
• Hybrid work environment with occasional in-office engagement, as applicable.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally when required.

Compensation & Benefits

This is an outstanding opportunity to support a highly effective, collaborative, and innovative nonprofit.

BRAC USA offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including a base salary, medical/dental/vision insurance, FSA, life insurance, 401 (k), an annual professional development stipend, and generous paid time off. Note that some benefits are subject to a waiting period, more information can be provided to shortlisted applicants upon request. The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $85,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

EEO Statement

BRAC USA is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status.

We encourage candidates with relevant experience and skills to apply, even if they do not meet every qualification listed.

Safeguarding

BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and adults experiencing situations of vulnerability. We expect all team members and volunteers to uphold this commitment. We believe in protecting every individual from harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation, regardless of age, race, religion, gender, disability, or ethnic background.

How to Apply:

To apply, please upload your resume and a cover letter, explaining why you’re a good fit for the role and what draws you to BRAC’s work. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.

BRAC USA is unable to sponsor work visas for this position and will only consider applicants with valid work authorization in the United States.

BRAC USA offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including a base salary, medical/dental/vision insurance, FSA, life insurance, 401 (k), an annual professional development stipend, and generous paid time off. Note that some benefits are subject to a waiting period, more information can be provided to shortlisted applicants upon request. The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $85,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.