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First Book · 3 weeks ago

Strategic Alliances Manager

Washington, DC

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$57K/yr - $67K/yr

3+ years exp

First Book is a global leader in social enterprise focused on removing barriers to education for kids in need. The Manager of Strategic Alliances will design and manage corporate philanthropic partnerships, cultivate relationships, and oversee project management to support organizational goals.

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Responsibilities

Maintain established partner retention goals and identify a set number of qualified expansion opportunities per quarter

Lead partnership campaigns and initiatives, delivering projects on time, within budget, and in alignment with documented scopes and cross-functional timelines

Maintain accurate Salesforce records by entering partner activities within 48 hours and completing weekly pipeline updates

Develop and submit data-driven partner impact reports by required deadlines, ensuring accuracy and use of standardized reporting templates

Coordinate cross-functional deliverables according to agreed timelines and ensure internal stakeholders receive required materials or updates within established SLAs

Produce quarterly summaries highlighting philanthropic, CSR, and cause-marketing trends and identify potential impacts or opportunities for the partner portfolio

Conduct monthly reviews of partner business developments and document recommendations for renewals, expansions, or engagement adjustments

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Corporate partnership developmentCause-based marketingProject managementSalesforce proficiencyBusiness writingVerbal communicationCritical thinkingPresentation skillsCreative thinking

Required

BA/BS required

A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of work experience in a corporate fundraising, client development, or client management capacity, and a strong interest in corporate social responsibility

Proof of fully vaccinated status is required before an interview

Experience in cause-based marketing, corporate partnership development, and/or consulting with the private sector

Strong interest in fundraising

Track record of account management

Solid business writing and presentation skills

Excellent verbal communication

Experience with pitch formation and delivery

Creative and bold thinking

Exceptional critical thinking skills

Passion for corporate social responsibility