Corporate and Strategic Partnerships Manager

The Development Department at Brooklyn Public Library (BPL) raises private funds to support the Library’s mission and vision. The 13-person team comprises a dynamic group of professionals with expertise across all areas of fundraising, including individual giving, corporate relations and strategic partnerships, special events, and foundation and government grants.

BPL seeks a well-organized, proactive, and mission-driven fundraising professional to join its Strategic Partnerships team. The Manager will oversee key corporate philanthropic relationships and help secure corporate funding to support a wide range of Library programs and initiatives.

This is a full-time, non-union, exempt position. The salary range for this position is $77,600 - $85,000. A cover letter should be included with all applications.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Assistant Vice President of Development, the Manager will strengthen and expand existing corporate relationships and develop new ones through thoughtful cultivation and stewardship of current, lapsed, and prospective donors:

• Manage a portfolio of existing corporate partners—ensuring engagement, stewardship, and fulfillment of partnership benefits
• Collaborate on the development and implementation of an annual operating plan for corporate fundraising, including outreach and solicitation strategies
• Conduct ongoing corporate prospect research and prepare company profiles and briefing memos
• Identify and cultivate new corporate sponsors for Library events and programs, such as literacy initiatives for all ages, cultural programs, community outreach, workforce development efforts and BPL’s Galas
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of corporate funders and prospects in the Raiser’s Edge NXT database, including contact information, research notes, action steps, and opportunities
• Draft compelling grant proposals, budget documents, presentations, reports and other fundraising communications
• Anticipate and manage proposal and reporting timelines to ensure timely submissions and deliverables
• Coordinate with the Marketing team to fulfill corporate partnership benefits, including recognition via social media, email, print, earned media and advertising
• Support administrative functions and take on special projects as needed
• Stay informed about trends and developments in corporate philanthropy
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in grant writing, grants management, and working with institutional donors—or equivalent experience
• Proven track record of building and maintaining successful relationships with donors or clients
• Outstanding verbal and interpersonal communication and presentation skills
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of staff and donors
• Superior writing and editing skills
• High attention to detail, accuracy, flexibility, and dependability
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects with strong time management and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently, perform and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint; working knowledge of social media platforms
• Experience with Raiser’s Edge NXT preferred (or Salesforce)
• Commitment to collaboration and sharing of resources. Being a positive team contributor with a sense of humor
• Must possess high ethical standards and good judgment to effectively

We offer an excellent and comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and insurance plans (medical, dental, optical and prescription coverage), retirement savings, paid leave time (3 weeks of vacation, paid sick time and holidays) and more.