Manager Global Partnerships Corporations And Foundations (Remote)

Manager Global Partnerships Corporations And Foundations | Roomto Read | United States

Manager, Global Partnerships, Corporations and Foundations

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Manager Global Partnerships Corporations And Foundations | Room to Read | United States

Manager, Global Partnerships, Corporations and Foundations

The Opportunity:

As Manager, Global Partnerships, Corporations and Foundations, you will play an integral role in helping us reach our annual goal of raising $30+ million from corporate and foundation (CF) donors globally. Using your relationship-building and story-telling skills, you’ll identify, cultivate and steward new partnerships.

You’ll also collaborate with Room to Read’s executive leadership team and global development staff to develop and execute a successful fundraising strategy that includes building a pipeline of prospects.

If you are a proactive and motivated self-starter with demonstrated experience securing annual funding of $50,000 and above, we’d love to hear from you.

The position can be based in San Francisco, New York, London, Mumbai, or Delhi and reports to the Director, Global Partnerships, Corporations and Foundations, who is based in the UK.

What You’ll Do:

Business Development and Strategy (75%)

Raise $2-3+ million per year from companies and foundations giving primarily $50,000+ each year. Build long-term relationships with corporate and foundation donors, cultivating and stewarding their interests.

Develop strategies and craft proposals and messaging to promote potential partnerships such as corporate sponsorships.

Identify growth areas across other global markets and support corporate and foundation fundraising in those locations.

Coordinate with global office staff to support those relationships and ensure integration with the overall development strategy.

Support efforts to build pipeline for high-level funding awards and contributions from corporate and foundation donors; collaborate across teams to pursue strategic opportunities.

Collaborate with the Chief Development and Communications Officer (CDCO) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) as necessary to co-manage and provide support on key relationships and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan.

Stay current with organizational strategies, operational plans, and program details to recommend and present potential funding opportunities to donors.

Other Responsibilities (25%)

Participate in and contribute to the global accounts coordination group to collaborate with other CF relationship managers globally.

Create customized tools and resources for cultivation and stewardship activities.

Write, edit and/or coordinate clear, compelling materials including concept papers, letters of inquiry, proposals, presentations, reports, and additional materials as needed.

Work closely across other departments to craft innovative, unique funding proposals when required by the donor.

Partner with the finance department to ensure budgets and financial reports are appropriately represented.

Maintain current donor records in Salesforce, as needed.

In your first 3 to 6 months, you will:

Familiarise yourself with Room to Read and the Global Partnerships team.

Work closely with your accounts, stewarding them and understanding potential for growth.

Support RMs with managing global accounts, helping with strategy and resources.

Conduct prospecting.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 7 years of relevant work experience, with at least 5 years of direct experience in nonprofit fundraising processes or client relationship management, preferably working with corporate and/or foundation philanthropy.

Demonstrated ability to solicit and cultivate relationships with donors and employ successful stewardship strategies.

Proven track record of obtaining corporate and foundation funding in the $50,000 to $250,000 gift range.

Strong presentation and storytelling skills with ability to present data in an engaging way to external stakeholders.

Proven ability to work successfully in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple projects and priorities, paying close attention to details, results and staying organized.

Excellent writing, editing, verbal and written communication skills in English.

Strong cross-cultural communications skills.

Location(s)

Global Office – Remote – United States

To be successful at Room to Read, you will also:

Have passion for our mission and a strong desire to impact a dynamic nonprofit organization
Be a proactive and innovative thinker who achieves results and creates positive change
Have a very high level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness
Embrace diversity and a commitment to collaboration
Thrive in a fast-paced and fun environment

Room to Read is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to identifying and developing the skills and leadership of people from diverse backgrounds. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

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