Community Partnership Associate

at  Champions for Children Inc

This position is responsible for expanding Champions for Children’s impact by building and nurturing relationships with community partners, corporations, and volunteers. The Community Partnership Associate will play a critical role in driving fundraising efforts, including in-kind support and corporate sponsorships, while also supporting special events to elevate CFC’s profile as a leading advocate for children and families in Tampa Bay. This role requires a dynamic and proactive individual with strong communication and organizational skills, along with a passion for community engagement and development. This position reports to the Director of Development.

REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS degree in business/nonprofit management, communications, marketing, social work, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in development, fundraising, or a similar role; experience in nonprofit or community-focused work is a plus.
• Proven ability to build and sustain relationships with corporate partners, volunteers, and community organizations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to craft persuasive messages for various audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, social media platforms, and fundraising software; experience with Canva is a plus.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as necessary; reliable transportation throughout Tampa Bay is required.
• Physical ability to walk, stand, climb stairs, kneel, bend, reach, and move materials up to 10 pounds regularly, and up to 20 pounds infrequently.
• Sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic diversity of the population served by Champions for Children.
• Must have a reliable car, active auto insurance, and a valid Florida driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Must successfully complete a criminal background check, motor vehicle records check, and drug screening.
  Champions for Children, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination and all other employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, citizenship/immigration status, veteran status or any other protected status. DFWP/Everif

ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attend staff meetings, program leadership meetings, and other in-service training as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall mission and success of Champions for Children.