Manager, Corporate Sponsorship & Development

Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ • Full-time • Whippany, New Jersey, United States • $90k - $95k / year • 23h ago

Manager, Corporate Sponsorship & Development

Location: Whippany, NJ
Salary: 90 -95k + Benefits
Full time: Hybrid: In office Monday, Tuesday and Thursday

About Us

Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ convenes and leads our community to strengthen Jewish life, care for those in need, and support Israel. We serve Essex, Morris, Sussex, Union, and parts of Somerset County, connecting people to resources and meaningful opportunities to engage.

Position Summary

The Manager of Corporate Sponsorship & Development is responsible for leading and growing the organization’s corporate sponsorship program while supporting broader fundraising efforts, including the annual campaign. This role will develop and execute strategies to increase corporate engagement, sponsorship revenue, and long-term partnerships, while also contributing to individual and community-based giving initiatives.

This position is ideal for a relationship-driven professional who can both build a structured sponsorship program and actively participate in frontline fundraising.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Sponsorship Program Leadership

Design, build, and manage a comprehensive corporate sponsorship strategy aligned with organizational goals
Identify, cultivate, and secure new corporate sponsors and partners
Strengthen relationships with existing corporate sponsors to increase retention and revenue
Develop sponsorship packages, proposals, and recognition opportunities
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align sponsorship opportunities with events, programs, and initiatives
Track and analyze sponsorship performance, pipeline, and revenue growth

Annual Campaign & Development Support

Serve as an active member of the development team supporting the annual campaign
Manage a portfolio of corporate and/or individual donors as part of campaign efforts
Assist with donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies
Partner with leadership and volunteer solicitors to advance campaign goals
Support campaign events, communications, and engagement strategies

Relationship Management & External Engagement

Represent the organization in the community, building visibility and relationships with business leaders
Collaborate with key stakeholders, including board members and volunteers
Attend and support organizational events, sponsorship activations, and donor engagements

Program Development & Operations

Establish processes and structure for a sponsorship program that currently needs expansion and focus
Maintain accurate records of sponsor engagement and pipeline activity in CRM systems
Prepare reports on sponsorship revenue, trends, and opportunities

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in fundraising, corporate partnerships, business development, or related field
Proven success in securing sponsorships, partnerships, or revenue-generating relationships
Strong relationship-building and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Familiarity with nonprofit fundraising and annual campaigns preferred

Key Competencies

Strategic thinking with execution focus
Relationship management and influence
Revenue growth mindset
Collaboration across teams
Initiative and ability to build structure where it doesn’t yet exist

Measures of Success

Growth in corporate sponsorship revenue
Number and quality of new corporate partnerships established
Retention and expansion of existing sponsors
Contribution to annual campaign goals
Increased visibility and engagement of corporate partners

Why work with us?

Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ serves one of the largest Jewish communities in NJ. Our employees contribute to our mission of strengthening Jewish life and identity and meeting basic human needs. We foster a collaborative, positive, and inclusive workplace culture where employees can work together to achieve common goals and develop careers. Located on a beautiful campus, we are close to several major highways, dining, and shopping options.

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