Corporate Development Manager

About Us

If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced fundraising professional who shares our passion for service and our civic pride.

At Hands On Atlanta, we mobilize the community to tackle our city’s most pressing needs. With over 40,000 volunteers, 150+ nonprofit partners, and a diverse array of programs, we’re making Atlanta a more engaged and equitable community for all.

Some Things About Us

We have a storied, 35 year history of performing at the forefront of the service sector

We are a team of fun, high-performing service nerds

We have a flexible work environment, with offices in the West Side, but our best work happens when we are out in the community

We enjoy a casual, but focused work culture we roll up our sleeves and get to work

About the position

We’re seeking a Corporate Development Manager who knows fundraising inside and out. Are you passionate about building relationships and excited about making a difference in the community?

Do you enjoy working with companies to create meaningful volunteer opportunities? At Hands On Atlanta, the Corporate Development Manager is someone that can connect with businesses and help us secure sponsorship for our signature events.

We need someone who can jump in from day one, help us grow our partnerships, and support our fundraising efforts.

Key Responsibilities Include

Corporate Partnership Development :

Identify, cultivate, and secure new corporate sponsors for major events like Hands On Atlanta Week, MLK Days of Service and the High Five Party.

Serve as a primary point of contact for a portfolio of corporate partners and sponsors, providing exceptional customer service and stewardship.

Create tailored sponsorship proposals, presentations, and agreements that highlight the value of partnership with Hands On Atlanta.

Relationship Management :

Foster long-term relationships with existing sponsors, ensuring their continued support and satisfaction.

Coordinate with sponsors and donors to fulfill their sponsorship benefits and ensure effective program delivery.

Planning & Operations :

Collaborate with the Director of Development to set and achieve annual sponsorship goals and targets.

Assist in developing and executing a comprehensive corporate fundraising strategy that aligns with Hands On Atlanta’s goals.

Analyze fundraising trends and outcomes to continuously improve our approach and effectiveness.

Reporting and Evaluation :

Track and report on our performance metrics and outcomes to measure the impact of our corporate partnerships.

Provide regular updates and reports to senior leadership on funder activities and progress toward goals.

What We're looking for

An ideal candidate would describe themselves as :

Skilled in creating and maintaining meaningful relationships

Collaborative by nature, with a genuine interest in teamwork and partnerships

Professional, balancing attention to detail with creativity

Entrepreneurial, always looking to improve processes and achieve better results.

An exceptional communicator, engaging effectively with donors face-to-face, via phone and in writing

Ambitious, resourceful and driven by a desire to make a positive impact in the community

Requirements :

3+ years of experience in fundraising, businesses development or sales.

Excellent organizational, interpersonal communication, and writing skills.

Ability to manage logistics and balance multiple initiatives simultaneously.

A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation, with the ability to navigate around greater Atlanta with ease.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint)

Experience using Salesforce or another CRM system.

A passion for service and civic engagement, fully committed to our mission and vision.

OK, let’s talk - To become a member of our development team, you must strike the right balance between an independent worker and team player.

Make sure we can see your unique superpowers in your cover letter and resume. While you can apply directly, why not get a warm referral what better way to demonstrate your awesome people skills?

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hands On Atlanta provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

In addition to federal law requirements, Hands On Atlanta complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in in which the company has facilities.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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