Manager of Corporate Partnerships & Philanthropy

at  KIPP DC

JOB SUMMARY

The manager of corporate partnerships & philanthropy role is an integral part of the development team, ensuring we are building and deepening meaningful, purpose-driven corporate partnerships that directly contribute to the success of KIPP DC students and alumni. The starting salary range for this role is $71,615-$85,256. This is a full time, occasional flexible role based at KIPP DC’s Headquarters with an anticipated start date of December 2, 2024.
About KIPP DC
By 2025, KIPP DC will build upon two decades of proven results to develop into a more impactful, innovative, and inclusive school system that provides joyful, identity-affirming learning experiences so that all students and alumni achieve extraordinary outcomes.
Our work is grounded in a commitment to excellence, equity, and justice. We believe all students have the right to rigorous, relevant, and joyful learning experiences led by exceptionally talented and diverse educators who promote student achievement and a sense of belonging. We believe students and teachers best succeed when surrounded by an ecosystem of supports, including our central headquarters team that supports KIPP DC’s 20 schools and two programs, 7,500 students, and 1,300 teachers, leaders, and staff members dedicated to this mission.
About the team
The KIPP DC Development Team plays a vital role in advancing the organization’s mission to ensure students are successful in college and beyond, by securing the necessary financial resources and cultivating key partnerships. Through strategic fundraising efforts, donor engagement, and stewardship of corporate and community relationships, the team ensures that KIPP DC’s programs remain sustainable and impactful. By fostering long-term support and collaborating closely with internal teams, the Development Team drives initiatives that expand opportunities for KIPP DC students and alumni, enabling them to thrive academically and build successful futures.
KIPP DC’s Development Team is a part of the larger Advancement team, which is responsible for pushing KIPP DC forward by fundraising, partnerships, marketing, communications and more - all through building strong relationships and unleashing joy. It is the spark that keeps KIPP DC’s engine running!
About the Role
The Manager of Corporate Philanthropy & Partnerships (MCPP) plays a strategic role in KIPP DC Public Schools’ efforts to raise approximately $1M annually for KIPP DC and secure valuable resources and experiences for our students, alumni, and families. The MCPP leads KIPP DC’s efforts to develop comprehensive, outcomes-oriented partnerships with a dynamic scope of existing and prospective stakeholders including corporate partners, members of the business community, nonprofit partner organizations, city service providers, and volunteers.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience such as fundraising, building and maintaining major partnership relationships, youth services and/or in education
• History of fundraising with an experience in moves management, donor cultivation, connecting fundraising with impact

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 6 or more years of relevant experience
• Success in supporting and leading comprehensive giving programs and employee engagement.
• Demonstrated success in raising funds from corporations and employee giving opportunities.
• Knowledge and familiarity with techniques and tools for prospect research.
• Experience envisioning, directing, and executing marketing campaigns and events.
• Proficiency in use of fundraising databases (Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce, EveryAction) to track, report, and analyze donor data.
• Proficiency in use of Google Suite

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to travel across KIPP DC schools
• Flexibility to work outside normal business hours or weekends for KIPP DC events

Please refer the Job description for details