Manager of Corporate and Community Partnerships

Special Olympics Louisiana is a global social movement that transforms lives through the power of sports. We provide year-round athletic competition and training for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, fostering an organizational culture and statewide community rooted in acceptance, inclusion, courage, and a "One Team" philosophy.

Position Overview

Special Olympics Louisiana (SOLA) is seeking a dynamic, results-driven, and exceptionally organized Manager of Corporate and Community Partnerships to lead our revenue-generating functions and steward vital relationships.

As a key pillar of the development team, you will adopt a solution-driven, consultant-type approach to actively research new corporate prospects, uncover fresh partnership opportunities, and educate potential investors on the immense value of partnering with SOLA. This role demands a strategic thinker who can seamlessly transition from high-level financial analysis and revenue forecasting to high-touch, empathetic relationship management—all while keeping multiple high-priority projects meticulously organized.

Key Responsibilities

• New Partnership Development: Actively research, prospect, and secure new corporate partnerships, commercial co-ventures, and community-giving revenue streams.
• Relationship Stewardship: Nurture and elevate existing corporate and foundation relationships, ensuring a high-touch, deeply engaging investor experience that drives long-term retention.
• Financial Performance: Develop and execute high-level fundraising strategies to meet and consistently exceed established financial targets and revenue projections.
• Grant & Portfolio Management: Oversee and manage a diverse portfolio of foundation grants, ensuring strict adherence to deadlines, reporting requirements, and compliance.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a dedicated team player, collaborating across departments to maximize sponsor activation at state games and events and elevate the SOLA brand statewide.

What We Are Looking For

• The Master Organizer: Crucial to this role is an advanced ability to multitask, self-manage, and maintain meticulous organization. You are comfortable juggling competing priorities and driving complex, multi-layered projects forward simultaneously without letting details slip.
• An Elite Communicator: You possess exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to authentically connect with corporate executives, community leaders, athletes, and volunteers alike.
• A Proven Track Record: You bring a Bachelor’s degree and 3 to 5 years of experience in non-profit fundraising, corporate sponsorship sales, or outside B2B sales, with a documented history of exceeding financial goals.
• Tech & Data Savvy: Proficiency in CRM software (e.g., Salesforce or similar donor management systems) is essential for pipeline tracking, data integrity, and relationship mapping.
• Mission-Driven Flexibility: A willingness to travel across the state and work occasional evenings or weekends to support our athletes, program events, and community activations. 25% – 35% statewide travel is expected.