Professional Advancement & Engagement Manager

At Dress for Success Indianapolis (DFSI), we believe women deserve more than a job. We help women build confidence, achieve economic mobility, and create pathways to long-term success through workforce development, professional development, supportive services, and community.

We’re seeking a relationship-driven, strategic, and collaborative leader to serve as our Professional Advancement & Engagement Manager. This position leads our Professional Women’s Group (PWG) and related engagement initiatives, creating opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, mentorship, networking, and long-term connection to the mission of DFSI. The role also serves as staff liaison to our Success Circle donor engagement group.

What You’ll Do

Lead and Grow Signature Programs

• Provide leadership for the PWG, including strategic planning, program development implementation, and evaluation.
• Coordinate professional development workshops, networking events, leadership opportunities, and member engagement activities.
• Support career-stage pathways, mentorship initiatives, alumni engagement, and member leadership opportunities.

Build Relationships and Community

• Serve as the primary point of contact for PWG members.
• Recruit and coordinate speakers, mentors, volunteers, and community partners.
• Cultivate relationships with employers, workforce organizations, donors, and community leaders that expand opportunities for women served by DFSI.

Support Long-Term Engagement

• Serve as staff liaison to the Success Circle donor engagement group.
• Partner with committee leadership to support events, members engagement, communications, and strategic initiatives.
• Help strengthen the connection between DFSI participants, alumni, volunteers, advocates, and supporters.

Measure Impact

• Track and report program participation, outcomes, and engagement metrics.
• Use participant feedback and data to strengthen programs and improve outcomes.
• Support grant reporting and organizational storytelling efforts.

What We’re Looking For

Required

• Minimum 5 years of experience in program management, workforce development, nonprofit leadership, adult education, community engagement, or a related field.
• Strong facilitation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience working with stakeholders and managing complex projects.
• Experience collecting and reporting program data and outcomes.
• Commitment to empowering women and advancing economic mobility.

Preferred

• Experience with leadership development, mentorship, member engagement, donor engagement, volunteer leadership, or committee support.
• Familiarity with Salesforce of similar CRM systems.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Position Details

• Full-time, exempt position
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including periodic evening and weekend commitments associated with programs, events, and member engagement activities.
• Reports to the Director of Operations & Impact

Compensation & Benefits:

Compensation is commensurate with experience. Benefits include paid vacation, sick, and personal days; a 403(b) retirement plan; health, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance; and free parking.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Dress for Success Indianapolis is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter to Debby Routt at deborahkroutt@gmail.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.