Remote (Washington, DC area preferred), WERC is seeking an experienced volunteer relations, governance, or engagement manager to run all aspects of robust volunteer management and member engagement of 450+ volunteer leaders annually. This dynamic position will work with a variety of member engagement groups to deliver high-touch support of their efforts to engage the wider membership and develop, implement, and administer programs to enhance the value of membership. Successful candidate will be an independent self-starter.

WERC is a fully remote office with occasional in-person working days in Washington, DC. Our culture is focused on accomplishments over hours and offers employees the opportunity to innovate and grow.

 

  Position Summary: 

The Member Engagement manager is responsible for elevating and advancing member engagement across the global talent mobility industry. This role administers a dynamic portfolio of 450+ WERC members across 60+ volunteer groups and their subcommittees. The ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of member engagement, exceptional organizational skills, and a passion for community building.  

What You Will Do:

Manage the annual Call for Volunteers process for 450+ WERC members.  

Lead the coordination and high-touch support of 60+ volunteer groups and subcommittees.  

Work with the leadership team and staff liaisons to develop and maintain committee charters and annual work plans that align key initiatives and deliverables with organizational goals.  

Monitor and manage multiple project timelines and milestones simultaneously to ensure timely progress of action items and outcomes.  

Serve as the primary staff liaison for 10-12 assigned volunteer groups, collaborating closely with co-chairs to schedule sub/committee meetings, prepare agendas, and coordinate action items.  

Prepare regular updates and reports for board meetings, highlighting committee progress.  

Develop onboarding, training, and recognition programs to support and sustain volunteer engagement.  

Facilitate collaboration across volunteer groups to foster innovation and knowledge sharing within the talent mobility ecosystem.  

This Role Might Be for You If: 

You thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.   

You enjoy building relationships and fostering a sense of community among members and volunteers.  

• You are exceptionally detail-oriented and proactive, with a knack for juggling multiple priorities simultaneously, anticipating needs, and keeping projects on track.  
• You are a strong communicator—both written and verbal—and can confidently lead meetings and prepare professional updates for leadership.  
• You are tech-savvy and comfortable using databases, project management tools, and communication platforms to streamline operations.  

Qualifications:  

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution or equivalent combination of education and experience  

2+ years of relevant professional experience, preferably within a trade association context  

Exceptional project management, communication, and relationship-building skills  

• Experience working across cultures and time zones with international member communities  

Familiarity with the talent mobility industry or related sectors (e.g., HR, relocation, immigration, global workforce management) is preferred  

Proficiency with CRM systems (e.g., Impexium), project tracking tools (e.g. Asana), and Microsoft Office Suite  

Ability to travel to annual conference