Corporate Relationship Specialist

Bishop & Company, Inc.; Honolulu (HI); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawaii Foodbank is seeking a Corporate Relationship Specialist to join its Development team in Honolulu. This hybrid, full-time role focuses on turning corporate generosity into community impact by building partnerships, developing sponsorships, and guiding workplace giving and cause marketing initiatives.

Reporting to the Director of Institutional Giving, you will manage partnerships, create proposals, maintain Raiser's Edge NXT records, and collaborate with donor engagement, marketing, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3–5 years of experience in fundraising or corporate relations.
• Proven ability to build and manage external relationships.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience developing proposals or sponsorship opportunities.
• Ability to travel locally with valid driver's license.
• Experience with Raiser's Edge NXT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage relationships with corporate partners and prospects.
• Identify and research new corporate giving opportunities.
• Develop sponsorship proposals, partnership packages, engagement opportunities.
• Coordinate workplace giving, cause marketing, and corporate volunteer initiatives.
• Ensure timely stewardship and reporting for partners.
• Maintain records and pipeline activity in Raiser's Edge NXT.
• Collaborate with development, donor engagement, marketing, and operations teams.
• Support special events and corporate engagement activities.

Skills

Relationship management

Fundraising

Communication skills

Sponsorship opportunities

CRM experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Raiser's Edge NXT

Job description

Corporate Relationship Specialist Hawaii Foodbank | Honolulu, HI (Hybrid) | Full-Time

Help Turn Corporate Generosity into Community Impact

Bishop & Co. is representing Hawaii Foodbank in their pursuit of a relationship-driven professional to join its Development team as a Corporate Relationship Specialist. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building meaningful partnerships, creating sponsorship opportunities, and connecting businesses with a mission that makes a direct impact across Hawaii. Working closely with the Director of Institutional Giving, you'll help grow HawaiiFoodbank's corporate giving program through sponsorships, workplace giving campaigns, cause marketing partnerships, and corporate philanthropy initiatives. You'll manage relationships with corporate partners, develop proposals and engagement opportunities, and help deliver exceptional stewardship experiences that strengthen support for Hawai?i Foodbank's mission.

What You'll Do

• Build and manage relationships with corporate partners and prospects
• Identify and research new corporate giving opportunities
• Develop sponsorship proposals, partnership packages, and engagement opportunities
• Coordinate workplace giving, cause marketing, and corporate volunteer initiatives
• Ensure timely stewardship, recognition, and reporting for partners
• Maintain accurate records and pipeline activity in Raiser's Edge NXT
• Collaborate with development, donor engagement, marketing, and operations teams
• Support special events and corporate engagement activities throughout the year

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3-5 years of experience in fundraising, corporate relations, business development, account management, client services, or a related field
• Demonstrated success building and managing external relationships
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience developing proposals, sponsorship opportunities, or business partnerships
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience with Raiser's Edge NXT or a similar CRM preferred
• Ability to work independently while contributing as part of a collaborative team
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally as needed

Why Hawaii Foodbank?

Every partnership helps provide food, hope, and support to individuals, families, and k?puna throughout Hawai?i. Join a dedicated team committed to nourishing our communities and creating a hunger-free Hawaii.

Location: Hybrid, Honolulu, Hawai?i

Schedule: Full-time, exempt position. Occasional evening and weekend work required for events and partner activities.

Compensation

Compensation is determined individually based on the experience, qualifications, and expertise each candidate brings to the role.

Corporate Relationship Specialist: Up to $95,000 annually

While the position is being advertised as a Corporate Relationship Specialist, final compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's qualifications, experience, demonstrated capabilities, and overall alignment with the role. This range is not a guarantee of a specific salary. Final compensation may vary based on education, experience, skills, internal equity, budget considerations, and other job-related factors.

About Bishop & Company

Bishop & Company is representing Hawaii Foodbank.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran