Manager, Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorships (Volunteer)

About Solution Community:

We are an international nonprofit, pioneering an innovative social platform dedicated to enabling actionable change. With volunteers from over 60 countries, we are a testament to the power of global collaboration. Our team members bring experiences from some of the world’s most successful companies, including Apple, Toyota, Walmart, Meta, and many others, creating a rich tapestry of knowledge and passion. Solution Community is now officially recognized as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charity!

Suppose you've ever dreamed of using your skills to make a difference. Welcome to Solution Community, truly. We're not just another organization; we are a global incubator for change, empowering individuals, nonprofits, philanthropists, and volunteers to tackle society's biggest challenges more effectively and with greater impact. This is the sign you've been looking for.

Our Mission:

To foster a global community of compassion, uniting individuals and organizations to solve the world’s social problems. We are the bridge that connects non-profits, businesses, philanthropists, and volunteers, empowering them to create meaningful change for current and future generations.

Our Vision:

Imagine a world where every person can thrive - a world united by collaboration, compassion, and action. At Solution Community, we are turning that vision into reality, driving transformative change that reshapes the future.

Summary of Role:

As the Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorships Manager, you will play a crucial role in identifying and collaborating with the Community’s network of corporate allies, alongside the Lead, Corporate Partnerships, to develop and nurture relationships with corporate entities that align with our mission and vision. In this role, you’ll support strategic initiatives, cultivate sponsorship opportunities, and help create innovative collaboration models that benefit our organization and our partners - including opportunities re: development of corporate volunteer teams that build true partnerships with Solution and through our platform.

Conditions:

Location: Remote
Commitment: Part-time (volunteer, pro bono role)
Contribution Requirements: Minimum 10–15 hours per week; minimum 3 months.

What Will You Do?

• Help Develop and Execute Strategy: Provide key input and manage a corporate partnership and sponsorship strategy that aligns with Solution Community’s mission and goals.
• Work closely with the Lead, Corporate Sponsorships and Partnerships: Collaborate to establish ambitious yet achievable annual corporate fundraising goals and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Demonstrate a willingness to take on diverse projects and work closely to address ongoing concerns, anticipate future needs, and potential roadblocks.
• Collaborate with the overall Growth team (fundraising and marketing): identify opportunities that may overlap their roles, and work in tandem to support Solution’s fundraising efforts.
• Identify and Engage Prospects: Research partnerships for Solution Community with corporations and industry leaders who share a commitment to social impact, targeting collaborations that foster mutual growth.
• Relationship Management: Cultivate, maintain, and deepen relationships with new and existing partners while consistently exploring ways to expand our network.
• Proposal Development: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create compelling partnership proposals that demonstrate the value and impact of Solution Community’s work.
• Help Develop and Maintain Solution’s Sponsorship Management Systems: CRM, management of records, and storage of all documentation and essential materials.
• Impact Reporting: Help measure and report on the impact of corporate partnerships and sponsorships, ensuring alignment with our mission and growth objectives.
• Brand Alignment: Ensure all partnerships align with Solution Community’s brand values, culture, and objectives, strengthening our reputation within the corporate sector

Who Are We Looking For?

• Experience in Corporate Partnerships and Sponsorships: 2+ years of experience in corporate partnership management, sponsorship acquisition, or a related field. A history of securing and managing significant partnerships is preferred.
• Strategic Thinker: Ability to support and contribute to the development of plans that achieve partnership growth and sustainability.
• Proactive Innovation: Comfort working in an organization that is both a start-up and encourages informed initiative, working as a team but without the burden of a corporate structure. Highly motivated, self-directed, and results-oriented.
• Excellent Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively articulate Solution Community’s mission to corporate stakeholders.
• Relationship Building Pro: Demonstrated success in building and sustaining business relationships.
• Mission-Driven: Passionate about social impact and Solution Community’s mission, with an authentic drive to make a difference.
• Flexible and Collaborative: Enthusiasm for working collaboratively in a multicultural, remote team environment.

What We Offer:

• Global Collaboration: Partner with seasoned professionals worldwide, committed to working together without divisions or barriers, to build a more cohesive, diverse, and supportive global culture.
• Meaningful Impact: Your work directly contributes to global causes, making measurable differences.
• Cultural Richness: Work with a vibrant, multicultural team from Ukraine to Brazil, the UK to India.
• Empowering Environment: Flourish in a culture that values compassion, integrity, innovation, and collaboration.
• Flexible Work Life: Manage your tasks from anywhere in the world with complete autonomy.
• Growth and Learning: Evolve personally and professionally alongside industry mavens.
• Lasting Recognition: After dedicated collaboration, receive a shining recommendation that enhances your career trajectory