Hybrid Corporate Sponsorship & Development Leader

Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ; Whippany (NJ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ in Whippany, NJ is seeking a Manager, Corporate Sponsorship & Development to lead and grow our corporate sponsorship program while supporting the annual fundraising campaign. You will design strategies to increase sponsorship revenue and build long-term partnerships.

This hybrid, in-office role emphasizes relationship building with local business leaders, donor cultivation, and collaboration across teams to align sponsorships with events and programs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of fundraising, corporate partnerships, business development, or related field.
• Proven success in securing sponsorships, partnerships, or revenue-generating relationships.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with nonprofit fundraising and annual campaigns preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and manage a comprehensive corporate sponsorship strategy aligned with organizational goals
• Identify, cultivate, and secure new corporate sponsors and partners
• Strengthen relationships with existing corporate sponsors to increase retention and revenue
• Develop sponsorship packages, proposals, and recognition opportunities
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align sponsorship opportunities with events, programs, and initiatives
• Track and analyze sponsorship performance, pipeline, and revenue growth
• Serve as an active member of the development team supporting the annual campaign
• Manage a portfolio of corporate and/or individual donors as part of campaign efforts
• Assist with donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies
• Partner with leadership and volunteer solicitors to advance campaign goals
• Support campaign events, communications, and engagement strategies
• Represent the organization in the community, building visibility and relationships with business leaders
• Collaborate with key stakeholders, including board members and volunteers
• Attend and support organizational events, sponsorship activations, and donor engagements
• Establish processes and structure for a sponsorship program that currently needs expansion and focus
• Maintain accurate records of sponsor engagement and pipeline activity in CRM systems
• Prepare reports on sponsorship revenue, trends, and opportunities

Skills

Fundraising experience

Relationship building

Multi-priority management

Nonprofit fundraising

Sponsorship revenue

Job description

Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ in Whippany, NJ is seeking a Manager, Corporate Sponsorship & Development to lead and grow our corporate sponsorship program while supporting the annual fundraising campaign. You will design strategies to increase sponsorship revenue and build long-term partnerships.

This hybrid, in-office role emphasizes relationship building with local business leaders, donor cultivation, and collaboration across teams to align sponsorships with events and programs.