Corporate Engagement Manager
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
ENVISION UNLIMITED
Position: Corporate Engagement Manager
Department: External Affairs
Reports To: Senior Vice President of Philanthropy
FLSA Status: Full-Time Exempt
Union Status: Non-Union
POSITION SUMMARY
The Corporate Engagement Manager is responsible for developing managing and growing strategic corporate relationships that generate philanthropic revenue sponsorship support employee engagement opportunities volunteer participation and long-term partnerships for Envision Unlimited.
This position serves as the primary relationship manager for corporate partners and prospects and is responsible for building a sustainable pipeline of corporate supporters that align with Envision Unlimiteds mission and growth priorities.
The Corporate Engagement Manager works collaboratively with the Senior Vice President of Philanthropy Events & Sponsorship Manager Marketing & Communications Team and program leadership to create meaningful engagement opportunities that result in increased corporate investment community visibility and mission impact.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Corporate Partnership Development
Develop and execute a comprehensive corporate engagement strategy that supports organizational revenue goals.
Identify research cultivate solicit and steward corporate prospects and partners.
Build relationships with corporate decision-makers including executives community relations leaders HR leaders DEI leaders foundation representatives and employee engagement teams.
Develop customized partnership proposals that align corporate objectives with Envision Unlimiteds mission and strategic priorities.
Create opportunities for multi-year corporate investments.
Collaborate with executive leadership to advance high-capacity corporate relationships.
Corporate Revenue Generation
Secure philanthropic support through:
- Corporate Contributions
- Sponsorship Investments
- Workplace Giving Programs
- Employee Giving Campaigns
- Matching Gifts
- Cause Marketing Partnerships
- Foundation Referrals
- Event Sponsorships
Manage proposal development and partnership negotiations.
Ensure timely stewardship and reporting to corporate supporters.
Monitor progress toward revenue goals and pipeline benchmarks.
Corporate Sponsorship Strategy
Partner with the Events & Sponsorship Manager to develop annual sponsorship strategies and revenue goals.
Assist in securing event sponsorships for:
- Bright Futures Ball
- Over The Edge
- Summer of Cycling
- Donor Stewardship Events
- Donor Acquisition Events
Participate in sponsor cultivation and solicitation meetings.
Support sponsor renewals and multi-event sponsorship opportunities.
Corporate Volunteer Engagement
Collaborate with the Development & Volunteer Stewardship Senior Coordinator to develop corporate volunteer opportunities.
Leverage volunteer experiences as a pathway to deeper corporate engagement and investment.
Create strategies to convert volunteer groups into donors sponsors and long-term partners.
Track volunteer participation and engagement outcomes.
Relationship Management
Manage a portfolio of corporate partners and prospects.
Maintain accurate records and engagement plans within Salesforce.
Develop annual engagement strategies for key corporate relationships.
Coordinate executive and board engagement with corporate prospects.
Ensure all follow-up activities are completed in a timely manner.
Cross-Department Collaboration
Collaborate with Marketing & Communications to maximize partner recognition and visibility.
Partner with program leadership to identify meaningful engagement opportunities.
Work closely with the Events & Sponsorship Manager to ensure sponsor benefits are delivered effectively.
Coordinate with Finance on pledge tracking and revenue reporting.
Salary Range - $75000 - $85000
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Bachelors degree in Business Marketing Communications Nonprofit Management Public Relations or related field required.
Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate fundraising business development sales sponsorships account management or nonprofit development.
- Demonstrated success securing and managing corporate partnerships.
- Experience managing revenue goals and relationship portfolios.
Preferred Experience
- CRM
- Corporate philanthropy programs
- Sponsorship sales
- Cause marketing partnerships
- Volunteer engagement initiatives
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Strong business development and sales mindset.
- Excellent relationship-building and networking skills.
- Exceptional presentation and proposal development abilities.
- Strong negotiation and closing skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Experience utilizing CRM systems and pipeline management tools.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Required Experience:
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