Community Relations and Partnerships Manager

Create a systematic, process-driven approach to partner outreach and relationship management

§ Identify and source partnership opportunities through inbound lead follow-up and outbound cold calls, emails and client visits

§ Research partners, identify key players and generate interest

§ Handling public relations, such as developing strategic relationships, attending tradeshows, and conducting informational presentations at universities, clubs, and civic groups.

§ Developing press releases, brochures, and other marketing materials.

§ Organizing outreach events, including sales, marketing, and planning, to promote the services of the organization and receive donations.

§ Collecting and analyzing data on local demographics, developing results, and presenting the conclusions to the relevant departments.

§ Collaborate with senior management and other marketing teammates to align internal goals with new and existing partner relationships

§ Negotiate and finalize deals in accordance with company’s contract guidelines and policies

§ Deliver a great experience to our partners when working with our organization - you will represent our brand and be our partners’ liaison internally

§ Forecast, measure, and report the results of various projects with partners, including co-created and/or co-branded content promotions, lead sharing, and/or event partnerships

§ Keep ongoing relationships with current partners and offer new ways to grow the partnership

§ Oversee the planning and implementation of outreach strategies.

§ Responsible for connecting organizations and people in the broader community by creating sponsorship agreements and cultivating relationships with businesses, individuals, and other relevant organizations.

§ Must be able to maintain a calendar of outreach activities, including community events, workshops, appearances, and other communication opportunities, prepare an annual budget for community outreach activities, and nurture new and old relationships with collaborative partners.

§ Schedule regular outreach exhibitions in the community and prepare accurate records and reports on the goals of the fundraising plan.

§ Work collaboratively with Donor Relations and Events and oversee a professional donor management system.

§ Assist in the organization of special events, including donor/volunteer appreciation events and other fundraising initiatives.

Community Relations and Partnerships Manager Requirements/Skills:

§ Preferred experience within non-profit fundraising and/or outreach activities.

§ Possess or currently enrolled and working towards a bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, business, or related fields.

§ Knowledge of appropriate software including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams and Adobe Acrobat

§ Outstanding written communication and presentation skills.

§ Strong experience preparing reports preferred

§ Friendly, enthusiastic, and positive attitude.

§ Strong knowledge of social media and other basic marketing platforms.

§ Detail-orientated with the ability to manage multiple projects at a time.