Regional Shoe Distribution Program Manager

Samaritan’s Feet International is looking for a talented, motivated individual to join our team as a Regional Shoe Distribution Program Manager.

The role of Regional Shoe Distribution Program Manager is to plan and implement Samaritan’s Feet (SF) shoe distribution programs as assigned, according to the strategic objectives of the organization. This position will lead and execute shoe distribution events. The Regional Shoe Distribution Program Manager is responsible for securing site location partners, identifying shoe recipients, and logistical planning for Shoes of Hope shoe distributions including scheduling, completing shoe work-orders, traveling, recruiting volunteers, event set-up, event execution, follow up, and sharing potential Development contacts. The goal is to bring a life-changing message of hope and compassion to those in need through the gift of a new pair of proper fitting shoes.

This position will serve multiple states. The ideal candidate should be located in the mid-east.

Primary Responsibilities

Plan and execute domestic Shoes of Hope shoe distributions that are assigned by Domestic Program Management (i.e. Corporate, Regional, and National sponsored events).

• Identify partners in assigned territory while continuing to work with existing partners.
• Assist sponsor with recipient and location identification and volunteer recruitment.
• Work with recipient partners to plan logistics and gather shoe sizes of recipients.
• Submit Work Order to SF Logistics and Domestic Program Management at least three (3) weeks prior to Distribution Date.
• Ensure that all parties (sponsor, location, volunteers, and recipients) have clear direction as to their roles.
• Lead and execute domestic shoe distribution events according to SF standards, including location setup, volunteer orientation, shoe distribution or other engagement, closeout reporting, and thank participants.
• Identify potential sponsors, partners and grants to raise a minimum of $100,000 annually.
• Include Domestic Programs Management on all decisions and activities.
• Refer potential partners to Development Department.
• Serves as the primary SF contact in the assigned geographic region responsible for:
  • Introducing the SF mission to businesses, schools, organizations, and individuals, through 1:1 meetings, networking events, and speaking engagements.
  • Preparing and presenting compelling partnership proposals and accurate memoranda of understanding for small sponsorship partners.
  • Providing stewardship of all relationships to both recruit and retain support in the assigned region.
  • Entering and tracking all constituent information and related activities in the Bloomerang CRM, ensuring that data is always current.
  • Maintaining records in shared Google Doc including all partner contact information, dates, funding plans, volunteer numbers, etc.
  • Working with Finance related to funding, from requesting the invoice to ensuring that payment is received and accounted for.

Additional Functions

• Regular attendance on weekly Distributions call (unless unable to due to travel, vacation, or conflicting meetings)
• Reconciling Bill/Divvy transactions in a timely manner (no later than 2 weeks of expense).
• Helping others within SF with activities outside area of responsibility when requested.
• Responding to interested parties in assigned geographic territory that express interest (via SF website) in becoming involved with SF.
• Following proper training and shadowing, leading international mission trips (if desired and available).
• In some cases, you may be assigned a certain “specialty group” outside your geographic area for which you will be responsible (example: coaches, civic organization, etc.).

Individual Qualities Needed To Be Successful

• Ability to work independently and make decisions
• Ability to speak publicly to small & large groups
• Self-motivated with ability to motivate/influence others
• Flexible schedule
• Knowledgeable of Microsoft Suite- Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Strong relational skills (ability to exhibit patience, enthusiasm, kindness, compassion, and a gracious demeanor with all SF partners including volunteers, donors, corporate sponsors, staff members, regional coordinators, surprise guests, etc.)
• Ability to problem-solve
• Ability to multi-task and set priorities
• Maintain flexibility with daily job responsibilities.

Samaritan’s Feet International currently offers the following benefits to its employees.

• PAID TIME OFF (PTO) – 120 hours (15 Days)
• 2 Floating Holidays
• 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Work 1 Day Remote Per Week
• 25% Discount for Samaritan’s Feet Mission Trips: Samaritan’s Feet employee and their partner who wish to participate in Samaritan’s Feet mission trips will receive a 25% discount off the base cost of the trip. As an added benefit, the employee is not required to use their PTO to go on a trip. One trip per calendar year.
• Health Insurance: Samaritan’s Feet International provides medical coverage. The company pays for 1/2 of the monthly premium for employees only. All other family members’ premiums are paid 100% by the employee.
• Health Savings Account: Available only on select health insurance plan that you select. Depending on the Option of Health Insurance you selected, you may be able to Enroll in Health Savings Account or Health Care Flex Spending.
• Dental Insurance: Optional – The company pays for 1/2 of the monthly premium for employees only. All other family members’ premiums are paid 100% by the employee.
• Vision Insurance: Optional – The company pays for 1/2 of the monthly premium for employees only. All other family members’ premiums are paid 100% by the employee.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability: All full-time and eligible employees are covered in Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability and are paid for by Samaritan’s Feet International.
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D): Insurance policies paid for by Samaritan’s Feet International. NOTE: Employee must Enroll in this Benefit and name a Beneficiary.
• Voluntary (employee-paid) Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D).
• Voluntary Disability Insurance – employee paid.
• Other Voluntary Insurance – (employee paid coverage) includes:
  • Accident
  • Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement:
• Wellbeing
• 24/7 Telemedicine – Virtual medical and behavioral visits available through your Insperity benefits.