Position:            Executive Director, EdPro Community Engagement

Reports to:        Vice President, Community Engagement & Education

Location:           Exempt

Position Type:  Full Time

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Who We Are
At E&I Cooperative Services, we are transforming how universities and schools buy the goods and services they need to operate and thrive. Through the power of cooperative purchasing, we help over 6,000 educational institutions save time, reduce costs, and redirect critical resources to their core mission of education and research.

But we don’t stop at procurement. We’re becoming the professional home for education procurement professionals—offering a growing suite of community, education, and leadership development initiatives that connect, inspire, and elevate the profession. From digital networking through The EdPro Hub, to national leadership programs and regional forums, to online training programs, our goal is to serve the people behind the purchasing.

If you’re energized by building community, designing member-facing programs, and shaping the future of a profession, we’d love to have you join our growing team!

What Makes E&I Unique

•   Mission-Driven Impact: At E&I, your work directly supports the success of educational institutions nationwide, from universities to K-12 schools.

•    Growth Culture: We are passionate about the power of culture to create conditions for excellence. We believe in the power of linking arms and lifting each other up in pursuit of common objectives. And we invest heavily in the personal and professional development of every single member of our team.

•    The Best of All Worlds: We’re ninety years old - but act like a startup. We’re a non-profit cooperative - with a high-growth enterprise mindset. We work hard – and play hard. We love success - but reward failure that comes from bold ideas and big swings. We combine tradition with innovation, passion with purpose, and ambition with heart.

What You Will Do

Under the direction of the Casey Laurienzo, Vice President, Community Engagement & Education, the Executive Director, EdPro Community Engagement will lead the design and execution of E&I’s member-facing engagement strategy—across digital, in-person, and hybrid formats. This includes building and managing our digital professional network (The EdPro Hub), delivering national and regional events, and developing educational content and leadership programs that position E&I as the trusted convener for the profession. This role will shape how members connect, grow, and lead—while advancing E&I’s impact and influence in education procurement.

How You Will Do It

In close partnership with the Vice President, Community Engagement & Education and in collaboration with the E&I Marketing team, you will drive impact through the following:

Strategic Program Support & Execution 

• Assist in designing and executing a comprehensive engagement strategy that integrates community, events, and educational programs.
• Translate member needs and institutional trends into high-impact programming that advances E&I’s mission.
• Build and scale a dynamic portfolio of digital and in-person experiences that support professional development and peer connection.

Digital Community Leadership (EdPro Hub)

• Establish and grow The EdPro Hub as the central platform for professional networking and knowledge exchange.
• Lead user engagement strategies, content programming, and campaign design to drive participation and retention.
• Oversee the identification of features and functionality (e.g., Resource Library, Peer Match, gamified onboarding) in collaboration with internal teams.

Leadership & Professional Development Programs

• Expand and help manage flagship development programs, including EdPro NextGen and EdPro Certification.
• Coordinate with external partners (e.g., academic institutions) to ensure rigor and industry alignment.
• Design pathways for growth and leadership within the education procurement profession.

Content Strategy & Thought Leadership

• Develop an annual editorial calendar aligned to institutional priorities and procurement trends.
• Source, curate, and produce (in collaboration with Marketing) high-value member content—articles, playbooks, videos, webinars, and white papers.
• Elevate practitioner voices through contributor programs and member-led insight sharing.

Event Design & Facilitation

• Plan and execute in-person and virtual events, including summits, roundtables, cohort meetups, and regional forums.
• Partner with members, business partners, and subject matter experts to co-create programs that deliver real-world value.
• Establish goals for participation, satisfaction, and follow-up engagement and report on performance.

Member Experience & Engagement Analytics

• Monitor participation across programs and platforms; track KPIs for usage, retention, and satisfaction.
• Lead feedback loops (surveys, interviews, polls) to refine content, format, and delivery.
• Deliver regular engagement reporting to inform internal priorities and investments.

Partnerships, Influence & Amplification

• Build relationships with procurement leaders, professional groups (i.e., NAEP, NACUBO), and key stakeholders.
• Develop strategic alliances and sponsorship opportunities that amplify community and content initiatives.
• Represent E&I externally as a thought leader, speaker, and convener.
  
  

Education

• Bachelor's degree or advanced degree preferred

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in education procurement, association leadership, or adjacent member-serving roles required
• Strong network across higher education and/or K-12 procurement professionals
• Demonstrated experience in building communities, hosting events, and leading educational programming
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills—comfortable online and in front of a crowd
• Proficiency with digital platforms, virtual collaboration tools, and community engagement best practices
• Experience designing and measuring program outcomes and using data to inform strategy
• Passion for member engagement and commitment to serving the education sector

Travel Requirements

• Travel to member institutions, conferences, and meetings approximately 15%

Call To Action

If you’re ready to bring your skills or values to a mission that matters and create meaningful impact together, we’d love to hear from you. 
 

Use the "Apply Now" button on our careers page and submit your resume and a cover letter specifying your salary expectations.  All submissions will be handled with the highest level of confidentiality. 

E&I is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and advancement without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law.