MEMBERSHIP MANAGER
MONTGOMERY, AL

Job Summary:

The Membership Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organization's membership program including recruitment, retention, communication, and satisfaction. This role is tasked with growing membership numbers, enhancing member experiences, and ensuring that the membership program supports the overall goals and mission of the organization. This position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to analyze data to drive improvements.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Nonprofit Administration, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in membership management or a closely related role preferred.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful membership growth and retention strategies.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret membership data and trends to inform decision-making.
• Experience with membership databases and association management platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated team management capabilities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of membership marketing, engagement, and communication best practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to foster positive, long-term member relationships.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and time-management abilities.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, engaging, and member-centered environment aligned with the organization’s mission.

Key Responsibilities:

Membership Growth and Retention

• Work with senior leadership to develop and implement mission-aligned strategies to recruit new members and retain existing members.
• Enhance member engagement by identifying evolving needs and delivering meaningful benefits, programs, and services.
• Build long-term relationships that foster loyalty, advocacy, and active participation in the association.

Member Communication and Engagement

• Oversee member communications
• Ensure messaging reflects the organization’s mission, values, and strategic priorities while keeping members informed and connected.
• Coordinate targeted communication strategies to support member renewal, onboarding, and engagement initiatives.

Program and Event Development

• Design and implement programs, events, and initiatives that enhance the member experience and foster involvement.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure programs align with membership value propositions.

Data Management, Analysis, and Reporting

• Oversee the membership database, ensuring data accuracy, integrity and compliance.
• Monitor and analyze membership trends, engagement metrics, and member feedback to improve services and retention outcomes.
• Prepare regular membership reports and presentations for senior leadership and the board, highlighting insights and opportunities for growth.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Relations

• Work collaboratively with marketing, communications, programs, development, and senior management to deliver cohesive, mission-driven member experiences.
• Collaborate with other departments to expand member benefits and offerings.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with partners, chapters, committees, and other key stakeholders.

Staff Management

• Supervise membership staff
• Promote a culture of service excellence, accountability, and member-centered decision-making.
• Ensure consistent operational standards and high levels of member satisfaction.

Financial Stewardship

• Align membership initiatives with the organization's mission and long-term goals.
• Manage the membership department budget, ensuring responsible financial stewardship.
• Conduct continuous evaluation and improvement of membership programs, policies, and processes.