We have a core belief that our toxic, sedentary lifestyles are making humans, and the planet, sick. So we’re on a mission to change it.

We’re a bunch of outsiders, dreamers, entrepreneurs, rebels and activists who fight for full regeneration of our people and planet. We move furiously fast in an ever-changing ecosystem, and we also fail fast, learn, get back up and try again. To thrive in this slightly crazy atmosphere, we’re also a bunch of mates, doing cool things and supporting each other along the way.

Celebrating the outdoors isn’t just something we talk about - when the seasons change we’re out there to mark it. Exploring, sharing, workshopping, camping and enjoying local produce (and wine) is all part of it. Ideally you already love the natural world, or you are eager to get out there, learn and get involved. You’ll be supported and encouraged all the way.

We are a footwear company, a health and wellbeing company, and an evolving bunch of activists. And we’re searching for brilliant humans with exceptional skills and talent to help us make this dream into a reality.

Does the shoe fit? Read on…

 We're looking for a highly credible and experienced, brand-aligned USA-based community lead to grow our ambassador & health professional community programs. We are looking for a strategic understanding of how to grow an influencer community within natural health and/or the footwear industry and will play a leading role in growing the Vivobarefoot brand.

The role will have 1 direct report based in the US, managing the USA regional community program and our coaching outreach program..

They will report into the Community & Education Lead, who is based in the UK.

This is a great opportunity in playing a key part in growing Vivobarefoot’s largest market, setting the standard on how we deliver community globally. 

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

• Managing our existing community of health practitioners, doctors, personal trainers and physiotherapists in the US.

• Building a strategic growth plan for US – then executing the plan.

• Managing our regional ambassador program and delivering growth for the USA.

• Building a coaching network. Working closely with our head coach to deliver our Education.

• Managing the delivery of our Health professional outreach strategy.

• Supporting the Health team activate their global coaching network, sourcing workshop, webinar and coaching opportunities for them.

• Tracking conversions of health professionals who engage with Vivohealth, and then sign up to the community program.

• Managing our existing community of health practitioners, doctors, personal trainers and physiotherapists in the US, UK and Germany.

• Building a strategic growth plan for US, UK and Germany – then executing the plan.

• Supporting the Health team activate their global coaching network, sourcing workshop, webinar and coaching opportunities for them.

• Tracking conversions of health professionals who engage with Vivohealth, and then sign up to the community program.

• Onboarding new members to the community.

• Setting up and managing all email and communications related to the management of the community.

• Working with the Head of Digital Community and Head of Health to identify and onboard key strategic partners.

• Overseeing the rewards and incentives for the community.

• Reporting back to the business on the health of the community networks, sharing insightful data and insights.

• Attending key events in the calendar year and being the face of the brand in the USA – an interest in travel and connection with partners is key.

• Creating online and offline events to engage Health professionals, where the Education team can present and engage with the community.

• Managing the development of content plans for our ambassador network, to support key campaigns and our social media plans.

WHAT WE'D LOVE TO SEE FROM YOU

• You have extensive experience building and delivering a strategy for health professional and ambassador communities.

• You have a minimum of several years’ experience in a similar role.

• Experience connecting directly with communities and understanding of the health, outdoor and fitness space.

• A killer book of contacts, with a great awareness of who could be fantastic additions to the community.

• You have an excellent understanding of and/or you’re an advocate or willing to learn the health benefits of barefoot footwear and natural health.

• Experience building frameworks to manage large numbers of community members with digital tools. E.g reporting programs, emails, CRM etc

• A deep-rooted passion for the outdoors and nature.

• A passion for Vivobarefoot’s brand mission.

JUST IN CASE YOU WERE WONDERING..

• This is a full time position, with the successful candidate needing to be based in the US.

• The successful candidate for this role will be engaged as a contractor as opposed to an in-house employee.

JUST IN CASE YOU WERE WONDERING..

• Flexible working hours – hours worked to be agreed by both parties.

• Allocated number of free Vivobarefoot footwear.

• Chance to grow an exciting area of the business, with opportunity to build and grow with the role.

• Chance to attend health & outdoor events.

• Invitation to Vivobarefoot staff retreats.

• Vivobarefoot discount for yourself (70%) and family and friends (30%).

Vivobarefoot believes that diversity is the essence of its ecosystem. We encourage  diversity of thought and believe that it enables creativity and innovation to flourish. Our mission is to create a fair and equitable workplace where people thrive and are empowered to become their true selves at work. We believe that feedback and fostering collaboration will allow employees to blaze new trails and enjoy every aspect of the Vivobarefoot community.

Every opportunity for recruiting a new member of the Vivobarefoot family should be an opportunity for us to introduce fresh perspectives, talent and skills into our community. Therefore, our commitment is to recruit  regardless of race, colour, nationality, religion, sexual orientation,  mental health illness, disability, marital or parental status, national or social origin, gender identity,  age or any other characteristics protected by law. We look forward to walking this barefoot journey with you!