Vice President, Community Affairs

The Vice President of Community Affairs serves as a senior leader responsible for shaping and executing the organizationu2019s community engagement strategy. This role builds meaningful relationships with local stakeholders, strengthens the organizationu2019s presence and reputation, and ensures that community partnerships align with longu2011term business and socialu2011impact goals. The VP of Community Affairs acts as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on community trends, public sentiment, and opportunities for strategic collaboration. Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership + Develop and lead a comprehensive community affairs strategy that supports organizational priorities. + Advise executive leadership on community issues, emerging trends, and partnership opportunities. + Represent the organization in highu2011level community, civic, and governmental forums. Community Engagement & Partnerships + Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, civic groups, and local government simultaneously across multiple locations. + Oversee community programs and sponsorships. + Ensure community investments reflect organizational values and deliver measurable impact. Advocacy & Public Relations + Serve as a spokesperson on communityu2011related matters. + Collaborate with communications teams to craft messaging that reflects community priorities. + Monitor public sentiment and guide proactive engagement strategies. Internal Collaboration + Partner with HR, Communications (Marketing), and Asset Management to integrate community engagement across the organization. + Provide guidance to internal teams on culturally responsive and communityu2011centered practices. Program Oversight & Measurement + Oversee budgets, grants, and community investment portfolios. + Establish metrics to evaluate program effectiveness and community impact. + Prepare reports and presentations for executive leadership and the board. Qualifications: + 10+ years of experience in community relations, public affairs, nonprofit leadership, or a related field. + Proven track record of building partnerships with diverse community stakeholders. + Strong executive presence and communication skills, with the ability to represent the organization credibly and authentically to internal and external audiences. + Experience navigating complex political, social, and cultural environments. + Ability to think strategically while managing multiple initiatives simultaneously. + Leadership experience with a deep understanding of community dynamics and the ability to translate insights into effective, actionable strategies. Education/Certifications: + Bacheloru2019s degree in Business, Public Administration, Finance, Real Estate, or a related field required; MBA or other advanced degree preferred. CyrusOne is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. CyrusOne provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state or local laws. We will respond to requests for reasonable accommodations to assist you in applying for positions at CyrusOne, or to submit a resume. Welcome to the CyrusOne Career Portal A great opportunity awaits you so don't delay, apply today CyrusOne may use artificial intelligence to assess how your application matches the job requirements. 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Created: 2026-01-30