GEHA (Government Employees Health Association, Inc., pronounced G.E.H.A.) is a nonprofit member association that provides medical and dental benefits to more than two million federal employees and retirees, military retirees and their families. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

GEHA has one mission: To empower federal workers to be healthy and well.

Offering one of the largest medical and dental benefit provider networks available to federal employees in the United States, GEHA empowers health and wellness by meeting its members where they are, when they need care. We serve our members with products they value and a personalized customer experience, sustained by a nimble and efficient organization.

The role of the Strategic Partnerships and Growth Manager is pivotal in cultivating and overseeing meaningful relationships with strategic partners to drive the expansion of GEHA's health and dental product portfolio. As an integral member of the Partnerships team, this individual actively participates in various partnership activities, encompassing on-site activations, in-person and virtual events, and other initiatives aimed at brand awareness and lead generation. We are in search of a candidate who excels in a dynamic work environment, demonstrating adept project ownership and effective multitasking. The ideal candidate values collaboration possesses a strong teamwork mentality and is an excellent communicator with both internal and external stakeholders.

SKILLS

Responsibilities:

• Facilitates day-to-day relationship management with external sponsorship partners, conducts status calls and prepares detailed recaps and sponsorship tracking documents to ensure the optimization of sponsorship assets, adherence to deadlines, and successful execution of activations.

• Represents GEHA externally, playing a pivotal role in constructing and supporting our long-term strategic partnership programs.

• Collaborates with partners on seasonal marketing campaigns, social content plans, sponsorship performance metrics (e.g., engagements, click-throughs, impressions, attendance), and information related to partnership events.

• Provides support in ideation and activation planning for both on-site and virtual events and engagements.

• Negotiate/coordinate sponsorship opportunities for in-person and virtual events, tradeshows, fairs, and activations.

• Develops and manages the tracking, execution, and reporting of all events, actively monitoring, and updating campaigns within Salesforce.

• Oversee the GEHA Store and vendor relationship to maintain up to date products and processes to help create a seamless experience for internal teams.

• Works closely with the Director of Strategic Partnerships to evaluate current and potential partners, aids in the development of outcome reporting, and contributes to brainstorming future opportunities and partnerships.

• Acts as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, providing support and information on various projects, activations, and engagements throughout the year .

Requirements: Education & Experience

• Four-year degree in communications, marketing, sports management or related field or a combination of education and relevant experience totaling four years.

• Four years’ experience in managing corporate partnerships.

• Experience planning corporate events on a national basis.

• Exceptional customer/client orientation and people skills

• Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to create and deliver dynamic presentations.

• Must be a self-starter who is comfortable working individually and collaboratively.

• Deadline driven with the ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders.

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred:

• Experience in sports or branding partnerships and activations

• Knowledge of the health care industry, with emphasis on insurance and health care management

• Residing in KC Metro preferred

Work-at-home requirements

• Must have the ability to provide a non-cellular High Speed Internet Service such as Fiber, DSL, or cable Modems for a home office.

• A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 30x5 (30mpbs download x 5mpbs upload) is required.

• Latency (ping) response time lower than 80 ms

• Hotspots, satellite and wireless internet service is NOT allowed for this role.

• A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information

How we value you

• Competitive pay/salary ranges

• Incentive plan

• Health/Vision/Dental benefits effective day one

• 401(k) retirement plan: company match – dollar for dollar up to 4% employee contribution (pretax or Roth options) plus a 6% annual company contribution

• Robust employee well-being program

• Paid Time Off

• Personal Community Enrichment Time

• Company-provided Basic Life and AD&D

• Company-provided Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Assistance Program

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. GEHA considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

The annual base salary range for this position is $76,858 - $108,342 USD.

GEHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which means we will not discriminate against any individual based on sex, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, age, military status, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity, and sexual orientation, as well as all other characteristics and qualities protected by federal, state, or local law. GEHA will not discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their compensation or the compensation of another employee or applicant. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our diversity drives innovation deepens connections and strengthens our organization.

GEHA is headquartered in Lee's Summit, Missouri, in the Kansas City area. We recognize the importance of balance and flexibility and offer hybrid and work-from-home options for many of our roles.

GEHA (Government Employees Health Association, Inc., pronounced G.E.H.A.) is a nonprofit member association that provides medical and dental benefits to more than two million federal employees and retirees, military retirees and their families. Offering one of the largest medical and dental benefit provider networks available to federal employees in the United States, GEHA empowers health and wellness by meeting its members where they are, when they need care. Among our core values is embracing diversity and inclusion, where we thrive by creating an environment in which each of our employees feels a sense of belonging, can engage their full potential and focus on enriching our people, culture and community.

Your FUTURE is here with us –COME GROW WITH GEHA!

Benefits start on day one! Great 401(k) match! Tuition assistance programs! Professional development! Advancement opportunities!

For additional information, please visit GEHA Careers. (https://www.geha.com/careers)