Fractional Business Development And Launch Coordinator

Sims-Fayola Foundation; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sims-Fayola Foundation is seeking a Fractional Business Development and Launch Coordinator for a contract, on-site position based in Remote, OR. You will grow programs by building partnerships with schools, donors, and community partners, while coordinating outreach and proposal materials.

Responsibilities include managing launch timelines, coordinating events, and reporting progress to leadership. Collaboration with staff ensures new initiatives align with the Foundation's mission and

Qualifications

• Experience in business development, partnership cultivation, or program expansion within nonprofit or education-focused organizations.
• Strong project coordination and launch planning skills, with ability to manage timelines, resources, and events.
• Proven track record engaging stakeholders including schools, donors, and community partners.
• Clear written and oral communication and ability to prepare proposals, reports, and outreach materials.
• Ability to track data and report on outreach and launch metrics using basic tools.
• On-site work in Remote, OR with collaboration across teams and communities.

Responsibilities

• Identify and cultivate relationships with community partners, schools, donors, and stakeholders.
• Coordinate outreach activities and support proposal development and presentations.
• Manage timelines and tasks for program launches; organize logistics for events and meetings.
• Prepare reports and updates for leadership; ensure smooth implementation of launch plans.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align new initiatives with the Foundation’s mission.

Skills

Business development

Partnership cultivation

Program expansion

Launch planning

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business/nonprofit/education

Tools

CRM systems

Spreadsheets

Project management tools

Job description

Company Description

The Sims-Fayola Foundation is dedicated to improving the lives of young men and boys of color by confronting educational and community barriers that impact their long-term outcomes. The organization works collaboratively with schools, community partners, and families to create supportive environments and opportunities for growth. Its programs focus on leadership development, academic enrichment, and mentorship to foster resilience and success. Team members contribute to mission-driven, equity-focused initiatives that seek measurable, sustainable change in the lives of youth. The Foundation values collaboration, innovation, and a deep commitment to social justice and community empowerment.

Role Description

The Fractional Business Development and Launch Coordinator is a contract, on-site role based in Remote, OR. This role is responsible for supporting the growth and expansion of the Foundation’s programs and partnerships, with a focus on planning and executing new initiatives and launches. Day-to-day responsibilities include identifying and cultivating relationships with community partners, schools, donors, and stakeholders; coordinating outreach activities; and supporting proposal development and presentations. The coordinator will manage timelines and tasks for program launches, organize logistics for events and meetings, and track progress against business development goals. This role also involves collaborating with internal team members to align new initiatives with the Foundation’s mission, preparing reports and updates for leadership, and ensuring smooth implementation of launch plans.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in business development, partnership cultivation, or program expansion, preferably in nonprofit or education-focused organizations.
• Strong skills in project coordination and launch planning, including managing timelines, resources, and logistics for new initiatives or events.
• Experience with stakeholder engagement and relationship management, including working with community organizations, schools, donors, and local leaders.
• Proficiency in communication and presentation, with the ability to create clear proposals, reports, and outreach materials tailored to diverse audiences.
• Comfort with basic data tracking and reporting tools (e.g., spreadsheets, CRM or contact management systems) to monitor outreach and program launch metrics.
• Ability to work on-site in Remote, OR, collaborating effectively with team members and representing the Foundation in community settings.
• Strong alignment with the Foundation’s mission and commitment to improving outcomes for young men and boys of color, with cultural humility and respect for diverse communities.
• Relevant education or training in business, nonprofit management, education, social work, or a related field is helpful; equivalent experience is also valued.