Corporate Partnerships Director
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Mercy For Animals aims to end industrial animal agriculture by constructing a just and sustainable food system. We envision a world where animals are respected, protected, and free.
As a leading farmed animal advocacy organization, we know that achieving this goal requires a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment—one that welcomes and sparks new perspectives and innovative ideas. If you are passionate about our mission, driven to make a big impact for animals, and eager to be part of a dedicated team, join us!
We currently seek a corporate partnerships director to join our philanthropy team. In this role, you will advance the work of Mercy For Animals by identifying and cultivating potential corporate partnerships, soliciting corporate gifts, and sustaining long-term relationships with corporate partners.
You will do invaluable work:
Develop strategic partnerships and sponsorship opportunities with corporate leaders while strengthening existing relationships
Create and lead the overall strategy for corporate sponsorship and underwriting
Meet annual fundraising goal of $2 million, which will comprise corporate gifts, corporate event sponsorships, workplace giving, and cause-related marketing
Partner with Mercy For Animals’ director of foundations relations and the philanthropy team to strategize, cultivate relationships, and solicit gifts when appropriate
Oversee and manage Mercy For Animals’ cause-related marketing partnerships in coordination with the legal and finance teams
Identify viable prospective corporate sponsors through research, networking, and collaboration
Provide exceptional stewardship for corporate sponsors through strong relationship-management skills
Solicit and oversee all in-kind sponsors, working closely with the philanthropy and events teams
Develop strategy for workplace giving in coordination with the VP of philanthropy, VP of donor experience, and director of fundraising operations
Implement workplace giving strategy and achieve income growth targets in accordance with KPIs
Manage an existing portfolio of workplace-giving supporters, initiatives, promotional resources, platforms, and industry bodies to fully unlock their potential
Create and deliver impactful wrap-up reports for each sponsor that demonstrate ROI and summarize sponsorship deliverables and benefits
Track and reconcile all corporate revenue and expenses and create detailed reports
Identify new prospects, plan fundraising strategies, and project future revenue streams
Participate in third-party events as appropriate, including networking events, meetings, and training sessions
Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures
Perform any other duties assigned by team leader
Your qualifications will take our philanthropy team to the next level:
Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
Two to four years experience in corporate relations, corporate fundraising, or development
Exceptional sales skills (cold calling, persuasive presentation, persistence), as well as special events, marketing, and nonprofit management experience
Knowledge of cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies and techniques, particularly in the area of corporate sponsorship
Demonstrated knowledge of methods, practices, and procedures for obtaining information about the giving programs of corporations
Willingness and ability to travel in state and out of state once or twice per quarter to visit existing and prospective corporate partners
Excellent relationship management skills
Strong written and spoken communication skills
Self-motivation and goal-orientation
Strategic, creative thinking and entrepreneurial spirit
Commitment to the mission and values of Mercy For Animals
Commitment to continued personal and organizational growth in diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice principles
About Your Team Leader
Caitlin has spent her professional career pursuing her lifelong passion: animal protection. For many years, she has dedicated herself to raising funds to help animals both locally and globally, with a focus on bringing supporters closer to the causes they love most. She has impacted a wide range of animals in need—from local homeless dogs and cats to lions, tigers, and other exotic animals in abandoned roadside zoos around the world. Caitlin enjoys using her years of experience to help farmed animals and build a compassionate food system at Mercy For Animals.
A graduate of Boston College, Caitlin resides in Watertown, Massachusetts, with her husband and their twin daughters.
Compensation and Benefits
Earn an annual salary of $95,405—$107,868, depending on qualifications, and enjoy a commute-free life as a remote team member. In addition to a collaborative and innovative work environment, you will be able to take part in our benefits package, including no- or low-cost health, vision, and dental insurance; generous paid time off and sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan, with a dollar-to-dollar employer match of up to 3% of your annual salary.
Application Details
We consider traditional and nontraditional qualifications and carefully review each application, resume, and cover letter. Feel encouraged to go outside a traditional cover letter and state how you would add to our culture; what we would gain from having you on our team; and how you align with our organizational vision, mission, and values.
Our Commitment to You
Mercy For Animals is a globally minded organization. We are committed to the principles of equity and justice, and our culture celebrates authenticity—enabling every team member to shine. All employment decisions are based solely on individual qualifications, job needs, and job requirements, and potential team members of every color, orientation, age, gender, origin, veteran status, and ability are encouraged to apply. We strive to include candidates from historically marginalized communities and those from or in communities impacted by environmental, social, and economic injustice.
Come as you are, and help us transform our society and construct a truly compassionate food system.
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Corporate Partnerships Director
To see similar active jobs please follow this link: Remote Management jobs
Remote in the United States
Mercy For Animals aims to end industrial animal agriculture by constructing a just and sustainable food system. We envision a world where animals are respected, protected, and free.
As a leading farmed animal advocacy organization, we know that achieving this goal requires a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment—one that welcomes and sparks new perspectives and innovative ideas. If you are passionate about our mission, driven to make a big impact for animals, and eager to be part of a dedicated team, join us!
We currently seek a corporate partnerships director to join our philanthropy team. In this role, you will advance the work of Mercy For Animals by identifying and cultivating potential corporate partnerships, soliciting corporate gifts, and sustaining long-term relationships with corporate partners.
You will do invaluable work:
Develop strategic partnerships and sponsorship opportunities with corporate leaders while strengthening existing relationships
Create and lead the overall strategy for corporate sponsorship and underwriting
Meet annual fundraising goal of $2 million, which will comprise corporate gifts, corporate event sponsorships, workplace giving, and cause-related marketing
Partner with Mercy For Animals’ director of foundations relations and the philanthropy team to strategize, cultivate relationships, and solicit gifts when appropriate
Oversee and manage Mercy For Animals’ cause-related marketing partnerships in coordination with the legal and finance teams
Identify viable prospective corporate sponsors through research, networking, and collaboration
Provide exceptional stewardship for corporate sponsors through strong relationship-management skills
Solicit and oversee all in-kind sponsors, working closely with the philanthropy and events teams
Develop strategy for workplace giving in coordination with the VP of philanthropy, VP of donor experience, and director of fundraising operations
Implement workplace giving strategy and achieve income growth targets in accordance with KPIs
Manage an existing portfolio of workplace-giving supporters, initiatives, promotional resources, platforms, and industry bodies to fully unlock their potential
Create and deliver impactful wrap-up reports for each sponsor that demonstrate ROI and summarize sponsorship deliverables and benefits
Track and reconcile all corporate revenue and expenses and create detailed reports
Identify new prospects, plan fundraising strategies, and project future revenue streams
Participate in third-party events as appropriate, including networking events, meetings, and training sessions
Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures
Perform any other duties assigned by team leader
Your qualifications will take our philanthropy team to the next level:
Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
Two to four years experience in corporate relations, corporate fundraising, or development
Exceptional sales skills (cold calling, persuasive presentation, persistence), as well as special events, marketing, and nonprofit management experience
Knowledge of cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies and techniques, particularly in the area of corporate sponsorship
Demonstrated knowledge of methods, practices, and procedures for obtaining information about the giving programs of corporations
Willingness and ability to travel in state and out of state once or twice per quarter to visit existing and prospective corporate partners
Excellent relationship management skills
Strong written and spoken communication skills
Self-motivation and goal-orientation
Strategic, creative thinking and entrepreneurial spirit
Commitment to the mission and values of Mercy For Animals
Commitment to continued personal and organizational growth in diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice principles
About Your Team Leader
Caitlin has spent her professional career pursuing her lifelong passion: animal protection. For many years, she has dedicated herself to raising funds to help animals both locally and globally, with a focus on bringing supporters closer to the causes they love most. She has impacted a wide range of animals in need—from local homeless dogs and cats to lions, tigers, and other exotic animals in abandoned roadside zoos around the world. Caitlin enjoys using her years of experience to help farmed animals and build a compassionate food system at Mercy For Animals.
A graduate of Boston College, Caitlin resides in Watertown, Massachusetts, with her husband and their twin daughters.
Compensation and Benefits
Earn an annual salary of $95,405—$107,868, depending on qualifications, and enjoy a commute-free life as a remote team member. In addition to a collaborative and innovative work environment, you will be able to take part in our benefits package, including no- or low-cost health, vision, and dental insurance; generous paid time off and sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan, with a dollar-to-dollar employer match of up to 3% of your annual salary.
Application Details
We consider traditional and nontraditional qualifications and carefully review each application, resume, and cover letter. Feel encouraged to go outside a traditional cover letter and state how you would add to our culture; what we would gain from having you on our team; and how you align with our organizational vision, mission, and values.
Our Commitment to You
Mercy For Animals is a globally minded organization. We are committed to the principles of equity and justice, and our culture celebrates authenticity—enabling every team member to shine. All employment decisions are based solely on individual qualifications, job needs, and job requirements, and potential team members of every color, orientation, age, gender, origin, veteran status, and ability are encouraged to apply. We strive to include candidates from historically marginalized communities and those from or in communities impacted by environmental, social, and economic injustice.
Come as you are, and help us transform our society and construct a truly compassionate food system.
By submitting your information, you are indicating that you have read our Privacy Policy and accept its terms.