Community Partnerships Manager Goodman Community Center

Ourlivesmadison; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health, dental, and vision

403(b) retirement plan with employer 3

Employee Assistance Program

Free on-site childcare

Free gym membership

Employee discounts

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Goodman Community Center in Madison seeks a Community Partnerships Manager to develop and execute corporate giving strategies, grow partnerships, and lead fundraising initiatives. You will manage relationships with sponsors, coordinate volunteer opportunities, and work with the leadership team to drive major gifts.

The role requires 3+ years in nonprofit fundraising or partnerships, strong communication, and event planning skills, with occasional evenings/weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years in corporate fundraising, partnerships, or foundation giving.
• Strong relationship-building and networking with business/community leaders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid organizational skills with multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience planning fundraising events or community events.
• Proficiency with donor databases/CRM and related tech.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across teams.
• Professionalism, discretion, and handling confidential information.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and the GCC mission.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Goodman Community Center's corporate giving strategy to grow support.
• Cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with current and prospective partners.
• Build new partnerships by networking within the Madison business community.
• Create sponsorship and investment opportunities for businesses and organizations.
• Collaborate with leadership and staff to strengthen donor relationships and secure major gifts.
• Coordinate corporate volunteer opportunities with programs and staff.
• Prepare proposals, presentations, stewardship reports, and donor communications.
• Manage sponsor recognition and fulfillment for events and partnerships.
• Plan Development-led fundraising events including budgets, timelines, logistics, and follow-up.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication

Organization

Event planning

CRM systems

Independent work

Professionalism

DEI commitment

Availability

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Nonprofit Management, or related field

Tools

CRM systems

MS Office

Job description

Description

Position Type: Full-Time

Benefits: Eligible

Pay: Salaried, paid bi-weekly

Salary Range: $52,000 to $70,000

Build Partnerships That Make a Difference

Goodman Community Center has been bringing people together to strengthen lives and build community for generations. We believe strong partnerships create stronger communities, and we’re looking for an experienced relationship builder to help expand our impact.

The Community Partnerships Manager leads Goodman's corporate giving program by developing meaningful relationships with businesses, community leaders, and corporate partners. This role is responsible for growing corporate philanthropy, managing sponsorships, coordinating volunteer partnerships, and helping create fundraising events that inspire long-term investment in our mission.

If you enjoy connecting people to meaningful causes, developing strategic partnerships, and making a measurable impact in your community, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

As the Community Partnerships Manager, you will:

• Develop and implement Goodman Community Center's corporate giving strategy to grow annual and long-term corporate support.
• Cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with current and prospective corporate partners.
• Build new partnerships by networking throughout the Madison business community.
• Create customized sponsorship and investment opportunities for businesses and organizations.
• Collaborate with the Executive Team, Board members, and Development staff to strengthen donor relationships and secure major corporate gifts.
• Coordinate corporate volunteer opportunities in partnership with Goodman programs and volunteer staff.
• Prepare proposals, presentations, stewardship reports, and donor communications.
• Manage sponsor recognition and fulfillment for fundraising events and community partnerships.
• Plan and oversee Development-led fundraising events, including budgets, timelines, logistics, and follow-up communications.
• Serve as the primary liaison among internal teams, volunteers, sponsors, and Board members during fundraising events.
• Maintain accurate records of corporate contacts, giving history, and stewardship activities in the donor database.
• Perform other related duties that support Goodman Community Center's fundraising and community engagement efforts.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience managing corporate fundraising, corporate partnerships, or foundation giving programs.
• Excellent relationship-building and networking skills with the ability to engage business and community leaders.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience planning and executing successful fundraising or community events.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, donor databases or CRM systems, email platforms, and related technology.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and ability to manage confidential information.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to the mission and values of Goodman Community Center.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Nonprofit Management, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• Experience working in nonprofit fundraising or development.
• Experience managing donor databases or CRM systems.
• Experience planning fundraising events and sponsorship programs.
• Familiarity with professional fundraising organizations and best practices.

Why Join Goodman Community Center?

At Goodman Community Center, you’ll join a passionate team committed to creating opportunities and strengthening our community every day.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and short-term disability coverage
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free on-site childcare (subject to program availability for children ages 3+)
• Free membership to the Lussier Fitness Center
• Employee discounts on room rentals
• Generous paid time off

Ready to Build Community With Us?

If you’re excited about connecting businesses with meaningful opportunities to make a lasting community impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to join the Goodman Community Center Development Team!

Black, Indigenous, people of color, women, trans, nonbinary, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We value the unique blend of lived experiences and diverse perspectives that comes from non-traditional education pathways and the variety of transferrable skills each candidate brings to the table. We value diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Even if every item on the job posting doesn’t match your experience perfectly, we encourage you to apply and share how your skills and experience can best serve our community.

Goodman Community Center (GCC) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We strictly prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.