Business Partnerships Manager Job Description

Position Type: Full Time

Compensation: $65,000 – $75,000

The Business Partnerships Manager is a key member of the development team. The individual in this role is responsible for managing a high volume of corporate partnerships and contributing to the overall financial health and growth of EARTHDAY.ORG (EDO). She/he/they will collaborate with marketing and development teams as well as program staff to fund and carry out Earth Day’s work in the US and around the world, including key events, such as Earth Day itself. EDO’s Business Partnerships Manager will report to the Vice President of Development and may work remotely or from our Washington, D.C. office (hybrid). 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Take an active role in writing, editing and designing marketing and sponsorship presentations and proposals with oversight from Chief Development Officer. 

• Participate in and document meetings and calls with current and prospective sponsors and donors. 

• Oversee the development calendar including internal and external meetings, reporting and proposal deadlines, and social media deliverables for partner accounts. 

• Submit proposals and reports for corporate funding and grants. 

• Work with program staff to gather and present information on EDO programs and strategic initiatives that inform the preparation of pitch decks and proposals. 

• Work with Communications and Social Media staff to story-tell and communicate value for sponsors and donors. 

• Track statistics relevant to corporate development. 

• Assist with donor outreach, reporting and other daily operations. 

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including working with Director of Finance on invoicing and with Data Manager on CRM. 

• Work in coordination with Chief Development Officer and Finance Department to confirm and code all incoming funds from agreements and invoices. 

• Organize and communicate deliverables and deadlines of agreements with appropriate staff members. 

• Monitor incoming emails for potential leads. 

• Assist in the execution of Earth Day events. 

• Oversee development interns including tasks and deadlines. 

• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the role and team responsibilities. 

Location: The position may be remote or work out of our Washington D.C. (hybrid). 

Compensation: EDO offers compensation commensurate with skills and experience and will include a competitive benefits package. Salary for this position will be in the $65K-$75K range commensurate with experience and considering locality. 

To apply: Please send your letter of interest and resume in pdf format with subject line: “Application for Business Partnerships Manager Position” to [email protected]. This position is open until filled. EARTHDAY.ORG is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes a diverse pool of candidates in this search.