"Coordinator of Corporate and Community Partnerships"

Job Description

Location: Syracuse, NY Category: Professional Administrator Posted On: Thu Feb 6 2025 Job Description:

The Coordinator of Corporate and Community Partnerships works closely with the Foundation staff. The Coordinator oversees philanthropic relationships with various sources of OCC funds (e.g., foundations, corporations, and other community partners) and identifies opportunities for increased support. This position is responsible for effectively stewarding institutional donors and preparing and submitting letters of intent and proposals for funding institutional priorities.

The Coordinator of Corporate and Community Partnerships collaborates with the OCC Foundation staff to ensure coordination and consistency in planning and executing to meet revenue targets. This mission-driven individual understands OCC students and the institution and effectively conveys essential messages while connecting with constituents and the community.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage partnerships with OCC's institutional donors, including regular communication, reporting on relevant updates and metrics, and discussing donors' ability to increase their support.
• Compile (interim) reports, as needed, for partners interested in OCC's progress and performance.
• Collaborate with points of contact at partnering organizations on communications, branding, and/or event-related matters.
• Research organizations and entities that might support OCC's efforts and submit letters of intent and/or grant proposals seeking their funding.
• Leverage exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to craft effective letters and proposals.
• Manage other duties as assigned within scope of responsibilities.

Job Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university or foreign equivalency.
• A minimum of two to four (2-4) years of experience in fundraising, managing partnerships, corporate communications, or a similar role.
• Exceptional writing skills and the ability to research and identify new potential funding sources.
• Demonstrated understanding of the tenants of fundraising.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Blackbaud software system experience.
• Working knowledge of community colleges' role in students' development and the surrounding community and/or working in a Community College.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish. English and another language will be considered.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrates problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products and extensive experience working with donor CRM software. (Blackbaud's Raiser's Edge is strongly preferred).
• A strong customer service ethic and high expectations for quality.
• Well-developed project management skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.
• Ability to maintain the highest level of discretion concerning confidential information.
• Excellent communication and writing skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
• Desire to work in a team environment.
• Strong, proactive, and optimistic problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to the students and the mission of a community college.

Additional Information:

Salary range is: $44,000-50,000, commensurate with credentials and relevant experience.

Onondaga Community College offers a generous and competitive benefits package including:

• New York State Local Retirement System (pension) or TIAA enrollment (401a).
• Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance plans (qualifying domestic partner included).

Onondaga Community College participates in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program for eligible borrowers.

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