Community Engagement Associate, BBC NY

Community Engagement Associate, Best Buddies Challenge : New York

The Community Engagement Associate is a key member of the Best Buddies Challenge Development Team, responsible for leading all in-market rider engagement, grassroots participant recruitment, and community activation initiatives in New York City. This role hosts weekly training rides, conducts team and corporate trainings, supports participant fundraising, and ensures excellent customer service throughout the registration and event process. The Associate works closely with the NY Ride Director to execute the local strategy and support the growth and success of the Best Buddies Challenge : New York.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in marketing, communications, or a related field.

2-4 years of experience in peer-to-peer fundraising, event management, or community engagement.

Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, and customer-service skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with CRM systems preferred.

Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Demonstrated knowledge of, and connections within, the NYC cycling community.

Cycling and / or running experience preferred.

Ability to lead local group rides or runs in support of participant engagement and training initiatives a plus.

Proven ability to plan, promote, and execute community marketing activations and events.

Flexible schedule - available for evenings, weekends, and event days as required.

Motivated, collaborative, and mission-driven self-starter.

Job Duties

Development :

• Serve as the primary in-market contact for riders, supporting registration, training, and fundraising efforts for corporate and sponsor teams locally.
• Lead weekly training rides and in-person training sessions for participants and corporate teams.
• Execute grassroots marketing and recruitment initiatives to grow participation and fundraising.
• Assist participants with team development, fundraising support, and customer service inquiries.
• Assist with sponsor activation events and community engagement opportunities as necessary.
• Collaborate with the NY Ride Director to ensure local efforts align with strategic participant and revenue goals.
• Track and report on participant leads, registrations, and fundraising performance metrics.

Operations :

Best Buddies is an affirmative action employer, in addition to an EOE and M / F / V / PWD / PV employer. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are foundational to Best Buddies International's core values and help the organization continue to achieve its mission. Here at Best Buddies, our goal is to lead and advocate for a more inclusive world. Best Buddies offers a comprehensive and generous benefits program that include financial security, health and wellness and time off.