Partnerships & Activations Coordinator

Rhode Island FC; Pawtucket (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhode Island FC is seeking a Corporate Partnerships Coordinator to support planning, execution of partner activations, and hospitality elements at Centreville Bank Stadium and matchdays.

The role requires 1-3 years in partnerships or sports business, strong organization, and excellent communication. Based in Rhode Island with on-site presence, you will collaborate across departments to deliver premium partner experiences.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in partnerships, activation, event management, or sports business.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, event-driven environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the collection and execution of partner artwork and copy for stadium signage, video board ads, and matchday publications.
• Manage partner advertising assets, including live reads, video spots, and digital ads for Rhode Island FC matches.
• Coordinate partner hospitality experiences, including matchday suite access and VIP experiences.
• Assist in planning and executing game-day and non-game-day partner activations, such as on-field presentations, community engagement events, and fan experiences.
• Track and maintain partner contract inventory and deliverables, ensuring timely execution of all elements.
• Help coordinate logistics for partner displays, including vehicle displays, concourse tables, and promotional giveaways.
• Prepare comprehensive recap reports for partners, detailing the success of marketing activations.
• Attend partner meetings to support relationship-building and post-activation recaps.
• Serve as a key liaison on matchdays, building relationships with partners and assisting with partner activations.
• Perform administrative tasks to support the Corporate Partnerships department, such as sending mailers and delivering partner packages.
• Provide on-site support during Rhode Island FC home matches and at select non-match events, including partner hospitality and promotional activations.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure smooth partner activation and overall fan experience.
• Additional duties as assigned, including occasional participation in matchday setup and logistics.
• Critical Ancillary Stadium Event Support: RIFC & Centreville Bank Stadium operate as "one team" therefore you, from time to time, will be directed to provide support and on occasion work as assigned for events at Centreville Bank Stadium.

Skills

Partnerships

Event management

Relationship building

Communication

Job description

Rhode Island FC is seeking a Corporate Partnerships Coordinator to support planning, execution of partner activations, and hospitality elements at Centreville Bank Stadium and matchdays.

The role requires 1-3 years in partnerships or sports business, strong organization, and excellent communication. Based in Rhode Island with on-site presence, you will collaborate across departments to deliver premium partner experiences.