Community & Corporate Relationships Manager

The People Concern•Los Angeles, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a core member of the Development Team, the Community and Corporate Relationships Manager (CCRM) will report to the Director of Development and will also take direction from the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Executive Officer. They will be responsible for overseeing the agency’s volunteer program; planning and execution of agency events including the annual Gala, Golf Tournament and other fundraising events, client facing support events, and other agency stewardship events. Additionally, the CCRM will supervise the Community and Corporate Relationships Coordinator – who stewards corporate partners and assists in events coordination - and carry a portfolio of top corporate partners for sponsorship and solicitation of both in-kind and financial support. All of these activities are in service to growing the agency’s base of support and strengthening the pipeline of new donors to the agency.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED or Equivalent
Valid CA Driver’s license, reliable transportation, auto insurance, and an acceptable driving record
Two (2) years of development experience with an emphasis on fundraising events and/or volunteer program management
A passion for connecting philanthropists with high impact opportunities to help the most vulnerable in their communities
Detail oriented with strong time management, organizational, written, verbal, interpersonal, and computer skills
Able to manage multiple projects concurrently
Computer literate; able to effectively use computerized database, with demonstrable skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel programs
Proficient in the use of the Internet and social media tools
Able to work some evenings and weekends for special events and meetings as requested
Able to travel between Westside and downtown Los Angeles as work requires

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree
Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge, Volgistics, and/or other donor management system preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee and grow the agency’s volunteer programming
Provide supervision and assignments to the Volunteer Relationship Coordinator
Partner with management at Program staff to create meaningful opportunities for our supporters to impact the lives of our residents
Grow relationships with community groups to increase the pool of active donors and volunteers
Oversee the planning and execution of all agency events
Establish and maintain relationships with vendors and venues as well as program sites and leadership
Coordinate and monitor event timelines and ensure deadlines are met
Solicit donations for event revenue including direct sponsorships, auction items, and ticket sales
Manage event software for ticket sales and auction bidding
Execute event program including taking the lead in “Run of Show”
Work with auxiliary groups on 3rd party events to support the agency
Oversee community & corporate relationship building opportunities, raise funds and brand awareness as well as in-kind in partnership
Provide supervision and assignments to the Community and Corporate Relationships Coordinator
Seek out and initiate contact with new/prospective community and corporate partners
Host lunch and learn presentations and relationship building activities with new/prospect community and corporate partners
Participate in volunteer and community events, including planning and preparation, which will include some weekend and evening activities
Work in concert with Communications and Individual Giving colleagues to promote community and corporate events as appropriate.
Conduct agency-wide tours with prospective supporters and volunteers, involving other staff as appropriate.
Other duties as assigned