New England Philanthropy & Community Partnerships Lead

Jordan; Dedham (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Jordan’s Furniture seeks an experienced Philanthropy & Community Engagement Specialist to lead charitable partnerships, community programs, volunteer initiatives, and fundraising events across New England. This on-site role in Dedham, MA requires travel and evening/weekend availability for events.

The ideal candidate will build strong relationships, manage multiple programs, and drive strategy from planning through execution, ensuring impact and alignment with the brand’s charitable goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, communications, marketing, event management, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in corporate philanthropy, nonprofit partnerships, community engagement, PR, events, or related area.
• Proven success managing partnerships, programs, or complex events from planning through completion.
• Strong project management with budgets, timelines, priorities, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of nonprofit partnerships, sponsorships, and community initiatives.
• Serve as primary relationship manager for nonprofit partners, building long-term relationships.
• Develop annual objectives, timelines, and deliverables for partnerships and programs.
• Evaluate opportunities based on alignment, impact, and investment value.
• Identify opportunities to expand Jordan’s community presence in New England.
• Lead fundraising events, volunteer initiatives, and community activations from planning to evaluation.
• Coordinate cross‑functional efforts and manage event logistics, contracts, and budgets.
• Recruit and support employee volunteer opportunities and recognition.

Skills

Relationship building

Project management

Communication

Event planning

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management

Tools

Asana

Sprout Social

SharePoint

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Jordan’s Furniture seeks an experienced Philanthropy & Community Engagement Specialist to lead charitable partnerships, community programs, volunteer initiatives, and fundraising events across New England. This on-site role in Dedham, MA requires travel and evening/weekend availability for events.

The ideal candidate will build strong relationships, manage multiple programs, and drive strategy from planning through execution, ensuring impact and alignment with the brand’s charitable goals.