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Special Olympics Illinois · 1 day ago

Assistant Director-Corporate Partnerships

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$55K/yr - $73K/yr

4+ years exp

Special Olympics Illinois is a not-for-profit sports organization dedicated to providing inclusive sports training and competition for individuals with intellectual disabilities. The Assistant Director of Corporate Partnerships will support the Director in executing the corporate partnerships strategy, focusing on prospecting, outreach, and partnership management to secure significant annual funding.

Non-profit Organization Management

Responsibilities

Contribute to annual and long-term strategic planning for corporate partnerships, including setting and reporting on annual revenue and acquisition targets

Manage a defined portfolio of corporate partners, ensuring year-round stewardship, retention, and growth through regular communication, customized engagement, and impact reporting

Lead in-kind outreach, Lunch & Learns, and Employee Resource Group (ERG) engagement

Support the Director in managing statewide and mission-aligned partnerships

Collaborate with marketing, program, and leadership teams to develop compelling partnership proposals, align opportunities with organizational goals, and maximize prospect & partner engagement

Assist in developing outreach materials, prospect lists, and content for partnership decks

Advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in all partnership activities, ensuring inclusive recruitment and engagement of corporate partners, volunteers, and board members

Prepare and deliver regular reports on partnership performance, ROI, and mission impact to internal and external stakeholders

Ensure accurate and timely tracking of all partnership activities, proposals, and outcomes in CRM systems (Salesforce preferred), and use data to inform strategy and reporting

Review CRM and gift reports to prioritize prospects and track partnership performance

Support Leaders Council and other volunteer boards as needed

Represent SOILL at Lunch & Learns, workplace giving events, and special events; present 'About Us' and other key presentations

In support of deepening corporate relationships, collaborate with the Manager of Corporate Partnerships to coordinate corporate volunteer opportunities and support volunteer trainings

Participate in ongoing professional development, mentorship, and leadership opportunities to support career growth and team capacity

Additional responsibilities as assigned based on evolving corporate strategy

Qualification

Corporate Partnerships StrategyConsultative SellingCRM Systems (Salesforce)Proposal DevelopmentData Analysis & ReportingNonprofit Fundraising KnowledgeNegotiation SkillsRelationship BuildingCommunication SkillsContinuous Learner

Required

Bachelor's degree in business, nonprofit management, or related field (or equivalent experience)

4+ years in nonprofit development, corporate relations, or consultative sales

Demonstrated success in strategic partnership building, consultative selling, and securing new or managing existing corporate partnerships

Experience with CRM systems and prospect research tools

Strong business development, negotiation, and presentation skills

Superior relationship-building and interpersonal skills for rapport-building with internal and external stakeholders

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Knowledge of nonprofit fundraising best practices and various forms of development solicitation practices, including events, corporate partnerships, cause marketing, and major gift solicitation

Commitment to SOILL's mission and values

A continuous learner who is interested in being a proactive, positive member of the team

Based in Chicago (with flexibility for a hybrid office schedule)

Reports to Director, Corporate Partnerships

Monday through Friday with frequent/occasional evenings and weekends as position demands

Independent in-state travel frequently/occasionally required, including some overnight and weekend travel as an essential function of position

Physical mobility required: must be able to climb stairs, assist in setup and breakdown at events, stand or sit for long periods of time, and load and unload vehicles

Medium work required, which involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds; requires a good deal of walking, standing, and/or sitting with some pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls; includes sedentary work

Close visual acuity required to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines; operating motor vehicles

First Aid/CPR Training and Certification required or willing to obtain within the first six months; must be able and willing to effectively administer First Aid/CPR on-site during events

Valid driver's license and proof of insurance is required

Offers of employment are contingent upon clear results of a background check