Corporate Partnerships Lead

Rocky Mountain Institute•Remote - Colorado, CO

1d•$76,030 - $93,707•Remote

About The Position

RMI’s Development & Strategic Engagement team is seeking a candidate who demonstrates excellence in project management and operational support to join its team as a Corporate Partnerships Lead. This role involves managing proposal processes, funder reports, financial oversight, team coordination, account management, and event support for the corporate vertical, with approximately 80% of the work dedicated to the vertical and 20% in service of the overall Development Team.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
5+ years of progressively responsible administrative, finance, operations, project management or related experience OR a minimum of 5 years of experience working at a foundation, institutional funder, or on a fundraising team
Grant administration experience at a foundation, corporation, or nonprofit organization
Excellent writing skills and strong verbal communication skills
Experience copyediting and/or writing for a technical audience
Project management and budgeting experience
Ability to understand revenue forecasting
Proven organization skills and flexibility when it comes to balancing priorities and multi-tasking
Strong team and interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently
Strong verbal and written communications skills
Experience working with complex budgets and funders
Ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively
Demonstrable problem-solving skills
Strong decision-making ability
Attention to detail and exceptional accuracy
Experience with Salesforce, Monday.com, Sharepoint, Microsoft Office
Current, independent authorization to work in the U.S. without present or future sponsorship from RMI.

Nice To Haves

The top candidates will bring their own unique perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds from a variety of industries along with many but not necessarily all the skills listed above.

Responsibilities

Project manage the proposal processes for dozens of complex accounts and multiple relationship managers, including setting timelines, managing communication, tracking progress, and ensuring timely submission of high-quality proposals.
Manage the tracking, preparation, and submission of funder reports for vertical Relationship Managers, including setting up drafts, managing communication, editing content, and reviewing financial reports.
Maintain a current, detailed view of the corporate vertical’s funding pipeline and provide feedback to leadership on funding gaps.
Prepare presentations and reports for RMI leadership on the Vertical’s funding projections.
Manage grant agreements for philanthropic opportunities, including internal reviews, pre-approvals, and ensuring agreements are correctly logged in Salesforce.
Prepare and run complex Salesforce reports.
Work with the Senior Director of Strategic Operations and other Development POLs to ensure smooth and efficient operations for the wider Development team.
Consistently assess current systems for managing complex accounts, identify gaps, and suggest improvements.
Train users in existing and new systems (e.g., Salesforce, Monday.com).
Work with Development Communications to ensure funders are accurately represented and accounted for in communications-related decisions and activities.
Lead operations on major stakeholder convenings for the corporate vertical, including managing input within Salesforce campaigns and attending executive travel meetings.
Ensure that funders receive timely and accurate information about upcoming events.
Support Relationship Managers in driving forward account strategies by developing and maintaining key account strategy documents and translating that information into Salesforce Account Profiles.
Develop and implement a systemized and achievable fundraising roadmap and/or stewardship strategy for major donors.
Ensure that details of stewardship plans are compiled and communicated to all involved parties, and that the plan is documented and implemented.
Track engagement and follow-up with corporate accounts and the internal account management team.
Participate in regular coordination meetings with corporate engagement staff embedded within programs.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance
403b retirement match with immediate vesting
Group life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability
Optional voluntary life, AD&D and accident plans
Health savings or flexible spending accounts
Fertility and hormonal health support
Mental health and wellness support
Comprehensive leaves of absence (including generous parental leave)
Generous paid time off and sick leave
Paid sabbatical leave
Regional holidays with at least one extended break in each geography
Work from home and home technology allowances
Learning & development opportunities (LinkedIn Learning and an annual individual professional development budget)
Potential for bonuses and merit increases
Discount marketplace (gym memberships, pet insurance, etc.)
Hybrid / remote work options
Team retreats and geographic meetups
Rewards and recognition programs