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Manager, Corporate Partnerships

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Fairfield, CT, United States
Full-time

The Manager, Corporate Partnerships is a key contributing member of the Corporate Partnerships team.  S/he assists in identifying new revenue generating corporate partnerships to support Save the Children's domestic and international programs.  In addition, s/he is responsible for managing and growing assigned partnerships in order to reach department revenue goals.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Manage portfolio of assigned corporate partners to meet and exceed revenue goals. Partnerships may include corporate grants, cause promotions, gifts-in-kind, employee engagement and communications planning. (40%)
  • Provide account management support for key corporate partnerships led by the Director and Associate Directors with focus on reports, donor recognition activities, and communications with field offices. (40%)
  • Coordinate other revenue generating channels, such as the gift-in-kind program. Interface with prospects and donors contributing goods to Save the Children (10%)
  • Participate in new business development through research and due diligence and creation of pitch presentations. Input information into fundraising system and pipeline documents (5%)
  • Cultivate increased knowledge about the agency programs, representing the Corporate Unit in program sector updates and fundraising meetings. (5%)
Educational Background: 
High School or Technical/Vocational Degree required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Skills/Experience: 

Required Qualifications

  • 3-5 years progressively responsible professional work experience in fundraising, project management, gift in kind programs, or grants management
  • Background in not-for-profit organizations with emphasis on client facing experience is highly desirable
  • Track record in donor/client relationship management is necessary
  • Ability to drive projects through to completion
  • Demonstrated ability to cultivate donors, navigate complex internal business processes, and follow-through on complex projects
  • Fluent in Microsoft Office package

Preferred Qualifications

  • Excellent communication, writing, and interpersonal skills
  • Strong research capabilities
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work in an ambiguous, highly matrixed environment
  • Ability to drive projects through to completion
  • Passion and commitment to Save the Children's mission and values
Compensation/Benefits: 
  • Meaningful work, with a knowledge that you are changing the lives of children all around the world
  • A family friendly work environment
  • Highly collaborative and innovative teams
  • Generous paid vacation days, holidays, family leave days, and sick time
  • Healthcare plans including medical, dental, and life insurance
  • Retirement savings account with matching company contributions
  • Structured and formalized management development and coaching programs for mid and senior level managers
  • Extensive e-learning opportunities on a variety of topics offered through our affiliation with several prestigious universities and with the American Management Association, as well as language learning opportunities
Additional Information: 

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, or status as a veteran. Save the Children complies with all applicable laws.

Organization Info

Save the Children US

Overview
Headquarters: 
Fairfield, CT, United States
Annual Budget : 
More than $500M
Founded: 
1964
About Us
Mission: 

Save the Children is the world's leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in nearly 120 countries, including the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to create immediate and lasting change in their lives by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. in times of acute crisis, we mobilize rapid assistance to help children recover from the effects of war, conflict and natural disasters. Save the Children is a member of the International Save the Children Alliance, a global network of 30 independent Save the Children organizations working to ensure the well-being and protection of children in more than 120 countries.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Sep 17 2017
Active Until: 
Oct 17 2017
Hiring Organization: 
Save the Children US
industry: 
Nonprofit