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About Empowered Community
Empowered Community is a nonprofit organization that identifies and addresses unmet needs by evolving programs to fill gaps that would otherwise be ignored. We meet with students, young adults, families, employees, small businesses, and government agencies to learn what programs and services are needed. Then, we analyze job market trends to determine where people are being left behind and resolve that through education, economic empowerment and health & fitness programs.
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We're looking for talented and like-minded volunteers who are eager to learn and help others. You'll work with experienced leaders and business professionals on a cohesive team. We eliminated bureaucracy so you can make a direct impact and feel great about your contributions.
Join us in creating a legacy of empowerment. Apply now!
Position Summary
The Business Giving Relationship Manager cultivates and nurtures relationships with corporate partners, securing funding, and expanding our organization's reach and impact.
Position Responsibilities
- Identify, prospect, and qualify potential corporate partners aligned with our mission and values
- Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate partners, fostering mutual understanding and trust
- Develop and implement strategies to solicit and secure corporate gifts and sponsorships
- Represent our nonprofit at corporate events, meetings, and networking opportunities
- Conduct research and analysis to stay informed about industry trends, potential partners, and funding opportunities
- Prepare and present compelling proposals and presentations to prospective corporate partners
- Cultivate and steward relationships with existing corporate partners, ensuring ongoing support and engagement
- Track and report on corporate giving activities and progress towards fundraising goals
- Collaborate with the Development team to integrate business giving strategies into the overall fundraising plan
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in business development, corporate fundraising, or relationship management
- Proven track record of success in securing funding and building strong relationships with corporate partners
- Excellent understanding of corporate giving strategies, donor motivations, and nonprofit fundraising techniques
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with diverse audiences
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and donor relationship management (CRM) software
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Demonstrated experience in business-to-business (B2B) relationship building and fundraising
- Experience in developing and implementing corporate giving strategies
- Proven ability to identify, prospect, and qualify potential corporate partners
- Experience in preparing and presenting compelling proposals and presentations
- Understanding of corporate giving trends and the landscape of corporate philanthropy
Important Notes
Reports to the Finance Director
Must be:
- able to volunteer at least 8 hours per week
- passionate about our mission, values, and empowering others
- using a reliable computer and internet connection
IMPORTANT: It's vital that the nonprofit has access to all tools, resources, artifacts, etc. used in this position and stored in the nonprofit's cloud. Therefore, agreed upon web-based tools in the nonprofit's name (open source, free, commercial, etc.) must be used to ensure reuse and sustainability.