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Memorial Sloan
United States, New Jersey, Basking Ridge
Feb 06, 2026
Job details About Us: The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursueour missionat MSK and around the globe. Exciting Opportunity at MSK : Community Engagement Manager - New Jersey At Memorial Sloan Kettering, the Community Engagement Manager - New Jersey role strengthens trusted relationships across diverse community networks to advance cancer awareness, education, and long-term partnership development. The position builds sustainable civic and organizational connections that expand MSK's future collaboration opportunities while supporting inclusive engagement across underserved and high-impact communities. Role Overview Build long-term partnerships with community organizations such as churches, civic groups, and nonprofit organizations to advance cancer awareness initiatives. Develop professional networks focused on relationship cultivation rather than direct marketing of MSK services. Establish trusted partnerships that create future collaboration pipelines across community stakeholders. Engage government, municipal, and civic organizations to strengthen public-sector relationships and advocacy alignment. Represent MSK at community meetings, events, and regional forums to maintain consistent visibility and engagement. Identify opportunities to connect MSK with diverse community leaders and professional organizations. Expand outreach across broad geographic regions to ensure equitable community coverage and accessibility. Build inroads with Black, Hispanic, and other underrepresented communities through culturally responsive engagement. Maintain ongoing relationship tracking, follow-up, and partnership development to support long-term impact. Key Qualifications Demonstrated experience in community engagement, government relations, public affairs, or external partnership development. Proven ability to cultivate and sustain professional networks across civic, nonprofit, and community organizations. Experience creating events and other engagement opportunities for diverse populations and culturally diverse community groups. Strong understanding of stakeholder engagement, relationship management, and partnership strategy development. Ability to manage a geographically distributed portfolio of partnerships and community engagements. Core Skills Relationship-building and trust development across diverse community stakeholders. Event planning and project management Strategic networking and partnership cultivation. Adaptability and independence in dynamic, field-based environments. Clear communication, diplomacy, and professional presence in external settings. Spanish and other language fluency a plus Additional Information: Location: Hybrid; primarily in field across several locations in New Jersey Schedule: Monday - Friday with flexibility for weekends and evenings as needed. Flexible schedule to offset (40 hour workweek) Reporting to the Senior Director, Marketing & Communication Helpful Links: Compensation Philosophy Benefits Pay Range: $90,700.00 - $145,300.00 FSLA Status: Exempt Closing: At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills. MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.