Partnerships & Fundraising Lead for Impact

Food Forward, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Food Forward, Inc. is seeking a Strategic Partnerships Manager to report to the Chief Development Officer.

You will manage a growing portfolio of corporate and other partnerships for fundraising and raising awareness about Food Forward’s impact, pursuing sponsorships and income-generating opportunities year-round. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with exceptional communication, negotiation, and project management skills, able to lead multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment and

Qualifications

• Self-starter with proactive mindset and a drive to deliver results.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills across diverse audiences.
• Experience building and managing strategic partnerships and sponsorships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a growing portfolio of corporate partnerships and sponsorships.
• Identify and pursue income-generating opportunities, including events and campaigns.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to maximize impact and visibility.

Skills

Exceptional communication

Negotiation

Project management

Leadership

Relationship building

Job description

Food Forward, Inc. is seeking a Strategic Partnerships Manager to report to the Chief Development Officer.

You will manage a growing portfolio of corporate and other partnerships for fundraising and raising awareness about Food Forward’s impact, pursuing sponsorships and income-generating opportunities year-round. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with exceptional communication, negotiation, and project management skills, able to lead multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment and