Manager Of Corporate Sponsorships and Events

About the position

The Idaho Youth Ranch is one of the oldest non-profit agencies in the state of Idaho. Our mission: We unite for Idaho’s youth by providing accessible programs and services that nurture hope, healing, and resilience. Why unite with us? Because we are better together! Our team members enjoy a workplace where Relationships are the foundation, where we are all Committed to the same mission, where Growth is always possible, where we are treated with and show Compassion , where trust guides us to Transparency , and above all, where Joy sustains us. What do we offer? In addition to contributing to our awesome mission, working at IYR has many advantages! Affordable medical and dental care, other voluntary benefits offerings, a 401(k) match, paid time off, an employee discount on purchases at our thrift stores, and working in a caring and compassionate environment just to name a few. How will you impact our mission? Every position at Idaho Youth Ranch contributes to the success of our mission. As a Manager of Corporate Sponsorships and Events for IYR, you can proudly tell your family and friends that you help nurture hope, healing, and resilience in Idaho’s youth by building and leading the regional corporate engagement program and special events where the overall goal is to raise funds for the programs and services IYR provides. This includes building and caring for relationships with corporate partners, and directly overseeing the planning of events.

Responsibilities

  • Develop relationships with businesses and organizations, engaging them as partners in the mission
  • Lead corporate partnerships and fundraising-related donor events
  • Support a holistic culture of philanthropy throughout the organization
  • Monitor budgets, tracking metrics and preparing reports on a regular basis

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent education and experience
  • 3 years’ experience in event management and donor solicitation
  • Working knowledge of the Microsoft Suite
  • Strong team building and collaboration skills
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Professional and effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
  • Detail oriented and able to manage multiple projects in a fast paced environment

Benefits

  • Affordable medical and dental care
  • Other voluntary benefits offerings
  • 401(k) match
  • Paid time off
  • Employee discount on purchases at our thrift stores
  • Working in a caring and compassionate environment
  • Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PLSF) program
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