Associate Director, Partnerships and Cause Marketing

Duke Careers•Durham, NC

8d•$62,766 - $97,798•Hybrid

About The Position

Join a mission-driven team focused on building strategic partnerships that generate meaningful community impact and philanthropic support. As Associate Director, Partnerships and Cause Marketing, this position manages highly visible fundraising programs for Duke Children’s. Through effective strategic planning with the team, this position will be responsible for the successful solicitation, growth, and stewardship of major partnerships within the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals program. This position also works with local businesses and organizations to grow local fundraising support for Duke Children’s. This position reports to the Director, Partnerships and Cause Marketing. The position will work collaboratively with colleagues in Duke Children’s Development (DCHD), throughout Duke Health and Duke University, with CMN Hospitals’ national office staff, and colleagues at other member hospitals across the U.S. to maximize fundraising support for Duke Children’s.

Requirements

Work requires communications, analytical and organizational skills generally acquired through completion of a bachelor's degree program.
Work requires the ability to plan and administer programs and direct program activities within a specific functional area, generally acquired through four (4) years of related experience.
Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated knowledge of the fundamentals of fundraising/advancement preferred.
Experience supporting Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals programs or partnerships is preferred.
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite to include: Word, Power Point, Excel and Teams is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage and steward Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals’ national corporate accounts across the Duke CMN Hospitals’ market area (such as: RE/MAX, Ace Hardware, Speedway/7-Eleven, and others).
Collaborate with Director, Partnerships and Cause Marketing and team in planning corporate partner engagement strategy & growth strategy, with goal of increasing net income and identifying areas of best potential.
Develop and sustain strong relationships by attending partner fundraising events, conducting presentations, visiting partner locations, maintaining communication strategy, and leading hospital tours.
Create toolkits and resources for partners to maximize their fundraising and create visibility for the program.
Develop and coordinate communication plans with partners and fundraisers to maximize dollars raised.
Work collaboratively with the CMN Hospitals national staff and colleagues from peer CMN Hospitals to learn best practices for CMN Hospitals’ initiatives, and implement effective strategy within our CMNH Market.
Identifies and establishes new corporate and local partnerships, such as cause marketing and sponsorship programs that generate fundraising and exposure for Duke Children’s.
Actively prospect new partnerships with a connection to Duke Children’s mission.
Solicit sponsorships and partnership opportunities for Duke Children’s Development signature events, such as the MIX 101.5 Radiothon, Over the Edge, and other campaigns.
Maintain clear, concise, and accurate fundraising reports for all partnerships.
Utilize data from Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and Duke Children’s reports to make informed decisions around fundraising, areas of opportunity, and return on investment.
Perform other duties as assigned.