Partnerships Officer

THIS IS AN UNPAID, REMOTE NONPROFIT STARTUP VOLUNTEER ROLE.

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Background:

Pitch Labs, a 501(c)3 non-profit, works to inspire, educate, and mentor aspiring entrepreneurs to build their first business. Obtaining knowledge to be a successful business founder can be financially costly and energy draining. Our 100% volunteer run nonprofit works to provide free resources online in the form of an ‘how-to’ library, a community of entrepreneurs, and events. We hope to create a world where everyone feels empowered to innovate.

What We Need:

The Partnerships Officer will support the growth and development of corporate sponsorships and institutional partnerships with universities, accelerators, and organizations that align with Pitch Labs’ mission. This role focuses on researching, supporting partnership outreach, maintaining stakeholder relationships, and assisting in partnership execution.

This position reports directly to the Director of Partnerships and Strategy and participates in weekly 1:1 meetings and team meetings to ensure strategic alignment.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and research potential corporate sponsors and institutional partners (e.g., universities, accelerators, incumbents) that align with Pitch Labs’ mission.
• Support the development of partnership proposals, presentations, and agreements, ensuring mutual value for Pitch Labs and its partners.
• Assist in managing existing partnerships by maintaining regular communication, tracking progress, and ensuring partnership goals are met.
• Help identify opportunities for partnership growth and improvement based on industry trends and organizational needs.
• Work alongside the Director of Partnerships and Strategy to support partnership strategies that align with Pitch Labs’ long-term goals.
• Represent Pitch Labs at virtual events and meetings with potential partners, assisting in relationship-building and partnership execution.
• Coordinate virtual meetings with key stakeholders and track partnership communications.
• Maintain detailed records of partnership communications, activities, and outcomes, providing regular updates to leadership.
• Contribute to a positive and engaging work culture, continuously seeking ways to enhance collaboration and outreach strategies.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on organizational needs and evolving priorities.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with external stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• A compassionate leadership mindset, fostering collaboration and teamwork.
• Passion for work culture, with a proactive approach to improving systems, workflows, and engagement.

Preferred:

• Previous experience in partnerships, sponsorships, or corporate relations
• Experience with nonprofit organizations or volunteer roles.
• Familiarity with corporate sponsorships, institutional partnerships, or CRM tools.
• Interest in the nonprofit sector and supporting youth entrepreneurship.

Benefits:

We offer many benefits at various points in our volunteer journeys with us.

• Day 90:
  • 1-1 Coaching with industry experts (PL Advisory Committee)
  • Resume/Job coaching and guidance (Free Career Coaching)
  • Access to major discounts on personal purchases (flight travel, theme park tickets, movie theatre tickets, etc.) through our partner Funex
• 100+ Hours Logged:
  • Presidential Volunteer Service Award (For US-Based Volunteers)
  • Sponsorship for local community service awards
• 6 Months:
  • Recommendation letter for employers/school from Department or Executive Director

Please view our full list of benefits here.

Time Commitment: at least 5 hours a week for at least 6 months.

• Included in this time estimate: the weekly team 1-1 meeting, time for text/email communication, time spent working on a project. Volunteers can take on more tasks and spend more time if they desire.
• We have a 24 hour message acknowledgement (thumbs up) and 48 hour message response policy to ensure smooth workflow for all of our team members.
• Volunteers can take time off as needed for exams, work, family etc. We only request that such requests are communicated ASAP to allow teams to plan.

Notes:

• Although we are all volunteers, we work like a start-up, and seek individuals who are strong communicators and bring energy to the table.
• As we train each volunteer heavily, we request that you do not apply unless you are certain about your ability to commit to the organization.

THIS IS AN UNPAID, REMOTE VOLUNTEER POSITION.