Partnership Activation Manager

Feed the Children•Oklahoma City, OK

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Feed the Children, we recognize the value of outstanding people, and we are looking for compassionate changemakers to join our team. We pride ourselves on cultivating a collaborative workplace where employees experience productive and rewarding employment and feel engaged in our mission to end childhood hunger. Our passionate team shares a deep sense of purpose, and we dream big to solve complex problems and create positive impact in communities around the world. Feed the Children is recognized by Candid with its Platinum Seal of Transparency and is accredited by the BBB Wise Giving Alliance. The organization has received a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator and is consistently recognized on the Forbes Top 100 Charities list. We are currently in search of a Partnership Activation Manager to join our Corporate Partnerships team! The Partnership Activation Manager is responsible for the seamless execution of corporate partnerships with a primary focus on employee engagement and event-based activations. This role ensures that partner commitments are translated into high-quality, mission-aligned experiences that deepen engagement, strengthen relationships, and drive measurable impact. Working cross-functionally with Mission Impact, Marketing & Communications, and Corporate Partnerships, this role serves as the primary liaison with the donor to coordinate the execution of employee engagement opportunities, including volunteer events, campaigns, activations, and partner experiences, from planning through delivery. This position plays a critical role in ensuring flawless implementation, strong partner experiences, and consistent donor stewardship, aligning with broader partnership goals and organizational priorities. Note: The ideal candidate for this position will work hybrid from our corporate office in Oklahoma City, OK, however all qualified candidates will be considered nationwide.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (BA, BS) or equivalent with emphasis in nonprofit management, business, communications, or another related field is preferred.
3–5+ years of experience in partnership implementation, events, employee engagement, or nonprofit program delivery.
Experience supporting or executing corporate partnerships and events preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and SharePoint required.
Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of this job may be considered.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting or executing corporate partnerships and events preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end execution of employee engagement initiatives and employee volunteer activations tied to corporate partnerships.
Translate partnership agreements into clear implementation plans, timelines, and deliverables.
Ensure all partner-facing commitments related to engagement and events are executed on time and with excellence.
Serve as the primary internal liaison for employee engagement components of partnerships.
Collaborate closely with Mission Impact, Marketing & Communications, and Finance to execute partnership delivery.
Ensure all internal stakeholders are aligned on timelines, expectations, and deliverables.
Facilitate effective communication between internal teams and external partners.
Execute engaging, mission-aligned experiences (e.g., employee events, packing events, campaigns, workplace giving activations).
Collaborate with account management to align engagement opportunities with partner goals and growth strategies.
Identify opportunities to enhance partner engagement through innovative formats and scalable models.
Coordinate all employee engagement aspects of partner events, including management of run-of-show documents, event timelines, and execution checklists.
Partner with internal teams to ensure readiness across program delivery, communications, and operations.
Support both in-person and virtual/hybrid engagement experiences.
Deliver exceptional partner experiences that reflect organizational values and deepen relationships.
Support customized stewardship through event-based touchpoints, engagement recaps, and follow-up communications.
Gather partner feedback and identify opportunities to enhance future engagement.
Maintain accurate tracking of engagement activities, event deliverables, and participation metrics in CRM systems.
Support reporting on engagement outcomes, participation, and impact.
Ensure all activities align with organizational standards, compliance requirements, and partnership agreements.
Maintain regular attendance and punctuality which are critical in order to complete the day-to-day tasks of this position.
Establish an environment of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning, a commitment to quality, welcomes and encourages collaboration, and fosters both intra and inter-departmental dialogue and respect.
Model the type and level of behavior, professionalism and personal leadership that is in accordance with the values of the organization.
Perform other related duties as required.