Corporate Philanthropy Program Manager (On Site)

Middlesex Savings Bank•Natick, MA

8d•$55,243 - $91,158•Hybrid

About The Position

This individual plays a key role in the reporting and process management for Corporate Philanthropy objectives across Middlesex Savings Bank and its Charitable Foundation, with specific focus on sponsorships, scholarships, financial literacy, and grant program support. Along with the Director of Corporate Philanthropy, the Corporate Philanthropy Program Manager handles a portfolio of grants aligned with the Bank and Foundation's priorities including grant evaluation, budget and program goals. The Corporate Philanthropy Program Manager works closely with the Director of Corporate Philanthropy to ensure consistent processes, accurate reporting, and effective systems utilization. The role is responsible for helping to optimize grantmaking, develop dashboards and reporting structures, and create processes that enhance efficiency and visibility of impact.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree is required
3-5 years of work-related experience in the nonprofit, philanthropy, or community relations sectors is preferred
Strong proficiency with database management systems, in particular BlackBaud or similar
High degree of organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities
Comfortable working as a self-starter and in a team environment
Ability to represent the Bank in public and community forums
Experience with grants and/or nonprofit program development, a plus
Ability to write professionally and synthesize content.

Nice To Haves

Experience with grants and/or nonprofit program development, a plus

Responsibilities

Contribute to internal assessment of grant performance and alignment with Foundation strategy
Serve as first point of contact for grant and charitable inquiries, including sponsorships
Primary relationship owner of the grant database, Blackbaud. Create reports and streamline processes between various programs, with a strong ability in grant analysis and reporting.
Prepare meeting materials, review grant proposals, and provide overall support to the Director of Corporate Philanthropy and Foundation board
Design surveys and improve data collection from grantees
Develop and facilitate virtual informational sessions for prospective applicants
Coordinate feedback meetings for unsuccessful applicants
Support grantee partners in timely completion of reporting requirements
Oversee the scholarship program with area high schools and act as primary liaison with financial partner who facilitates payout of scholarship funds
Maintain relationships with scholarship administrators and guidance departments
Act as point person for all inquiries from scholarship recipients
Review and assess incoming sponsorship opportunities
Ensure timely coordination of payment, communication and marketing support for all sponsorships
Develop and maintain effective reporting in the Blackbaud database
Provide coordination and support for community events
Serve as the primary point-of-contact for Money Matters, the Bank’s financial literacy program
Develop a strategy to proactively offer the financial literacy program to community nonprofits, schools, and/or other groups
Develop engaging and informative financial literacy content, and ensure proper internal review of all material
Coordinate with Marketing team to effectively brand and promote the program
Connect with nonprofits and Foundations through events, workshops, and conferences
Work with internal teams to share relevant Board and volunteer opportunities
Other administrative tasks as required to support Corporate Philanthropy and Foundation initiatives