Centra has an exciting opportunity for an AVP Community Impact in Columbus, Indiana. The AVP Community Impact leads Centra's efforts in both community outreach and financial inclusion. This role combines strategic leadership in outreach, philanthropy, business development, and financial access for underserved communities. The role oversees company-wide volunteerism, community events, grants, donations, sponsorships, and business development initiatives.At Centra, we approach compensation with care and integrity, ensuring our pay practices reflect local markets while honoring our commitment to our Team Members. Compensation is just one part of our total rewards approach. Eligible positions also offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.Spanish/English interpreters may be eligible for an interpreting differential.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: This position may be required to perform additional duties as requested. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform.- Supports and implements the strategic plan that advances business development and increases overall engagement of Members and prospective Members including increasing and retaining net new checking and new households. Ensures strategic execution of team generation of leads for Commercial, Mortgage, Retail Delivery and CFS. Additionally, ensures a strategic plan for best utilization of resources of community engagement and financial inclusion in alignment with Centra's overarching vision and strategy.
- Oversees Centra's signature programs, including Holiday Giving, Scholarships, Community Involvement Leadership Program, and Team Member Nominated Donations.
- Plays a vital part of Centra's community outreach and engagement, fostering relationships and networking with community leaders, community resources and not for profit organizations.
- Leads strategic development of Centra @ Work and oversees employer outreach, including fostering strong branch partnerships.
- Oversees and strategizes sponsorships, donations, and business development events companywide. Manages major donor relationships.
- Manages Centra Foundation and coordinates board communications. Collaborates with SVP CUSO Community Impact on endowment growth strategy, grant writing, fundraising, overseeing investment performance and utilization.
- Collaborates with Lines of Business and external partners to expand services. Leads Community Impact team ensuring processes within the department maximizes efficiencies while strengthening effectiveness. Leadership duties include: performance management, Member engagement coaching, training and development, and demonstrating and cultivating Centra's Vision, Mission, Culture and Core Values.
- Conducts research and provides strategic recommendations for community impact.
- Provides reporting and analysis of Centra Foundation financials and profitability of business development programs.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE - (Equivalent combination of Education & Experience will be considered.)
- Bachelor's Degree in Related Field
- Five years up to eight years of similar or related experience, including preparatory experience
