Director Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience working with corporate partners in an agency, non-profit, or events setting
• Experience working in large-scale events, food media and/or culinary a plus
• High energy and passion for the James Beard Foundation’s mission
• Strategic thinker, creative problem solver, and excellent communicator with strong relationship management skills
• Strong sense of initiative and self-starter with a drive to success
• Excellent attention to detail, conscientious work ethic
• Excellent ability to multi-task, prioritize projects, and work efficiently and independently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexible and adaptable style
• Tech savvy, proficient in MS Office including PowerPoint, CRM systems (preferably Salesforce), Adobe Acrobat Pro, Monday.com, Pageproof
• Ability to deal effectively with the diversity of individuals at all organizational levels
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize projects
• Versatility, flexibility and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm

Responsibilities

• Deliver top-notch client services for the Foundation’s portfolio of sponsors and partners across JBF events, programs, and initiatives, to nurture growth over time in alignment with JBF’s mission and values
• Oversee coordination, tracking, and reporting on sponsor activations and deliverables across events, digital, and social platforms to ensure all deliverables are completed within contract term
• Create partnership wrap reports to demonstrate that partners are achieving their objectives
• Ensure sponsors are represented correctly in JBF materials and in accordance with the provisions laid out in the contract, including review/approval timelines
• Coordinate with marketing and communications team to concept effective digital and programmatic partnership extensions, overseeing branded social strategy and calendar timelines for partners
• Ensure implementation of agreed upon brand partnerships team goals and procedures
• Provide ongoing sponsor status reports and updates to leadership
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage internal priorities while working toward partner goals
• Advise on renewal and expansion strategies for portfolio of partners to meet JBF’s growth goals and deliver on the partner’s brand and business objectives
• Engage other JBF departments with partners as required to ensure excellent partner-facing communications
• Keep abreast of best practices in the field and key corporate moves and changes.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Commuter benefits
• Retirement savings
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement/ professional development
• Generous paid time off
• Fertility planning support
• Up to 18 weeks of paid parental leave
• Staff events
• Tickets to events at Platform by JBF (Pier 57)