Job Opportunity for Manager, Global Partnerships, Corporations and Foundations at Room to Read in New Delhi, India

## Job Title: Manager, Global Partnerships, Corporations and Foundations

**About Room to Read**

Founded in 2000, Room to Read is a global non-profit organization committed to creating a world free from illiteracy and gender inequality through education. We achieve this by empowering children in low-income communities to develop literacy skills and a habit of reading, and by supporting girls as they build life skills to succeed in school and navigate key life decisions. Room to Read has benefited over 39 million children and has worked in 23 countries and over 182,000 communities. We are aiming to benefit 40 million children by 2025.

**Job Location:** Global Office Asia – Main – New Delhi, India

**Job Description:**

As Manager, Global Partnerships, Corporations and Foundations, you will play a pivotal role in achieving Room to Read’s annual goal of raising $30+ million from corporate and foundation donors globally. You will leverage your relationship-building and storytelling skills to identify, cultivate, and steward new partnerships, developing a successful fundraising strategy that includes building a robust pipeline of prospects.

**Key Responsibilities:**

* **Business Development and Strategy (75%):**

    * Raise $2-3+ million per year from companies and foundations, primarily targeting donors giving $50,000+ annually.

    * Cultivate and steward long-term relationships with corporate and foundation donors.

    * Develop strategies and craft compelling proposals and messaging to promote potential partnerships such as corporate sponsorships.

    * Identify growth areas across global markets and support corporate and foundation fundraising in these locations.

    * Coordinate with global office staff to support relationships and ensure integration with the overall development strategy.

    * Build a pipeline for high-level funding awards and contributions from corporate and foundation donors; collaborate across teams to pursue strategic opportunities.

    * Collaborate with the Chief Development and Communications Officer (CDCO) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) as necessary to co-manage and support key relationships and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan.

    * Stay informed about organizational strategies, operational plans, and program details to recommend and present potential funding opportunities to donors.

* **Other Responsibilities (25%):**

    * Participate in and contribute to the global accounts coordination group to collaborate with other CF relationship managers globally.

    * Develop customized tools and resources for cultivation and stewardship activities.

    * Write, edit, and/or coordinate clear, compelling materials including concept papers, letters of inquiry, proposals, presentations, reports, and additional materials as needed.

    * Partner with the finance department to ensure budgets and financial reports are appropriately represented.

    * Maintain current donor records in Salesforce, as needed.

**In your first 3-6 months, you will:**

* Familiarize yourself with Room to Read and the Global Partnerships team.

* Work closely with your assigned accounts, stewarding them and identifying growth potential.

* Support relationship managers with managing global accounts, contributing to strategy and resource development.

* Conduct prospecting activities.

**Qualifications:**

* Minimum of 7 years of relevant work experience, including at least 5 years of direct experience in non-profit fundraising processes or client relationship management, preferably working with corporate and/or foundation philanthropy.

* Demonstrated ability to solicit and cultivate relationships with donors and employ successful stewardship strategies.

* Proven track record of obtaining corporate and foundation funding in the $50,000 to $250,000 gift range.

* Strong presentation and storytelling skills with the ability to present data in an engaging way to external stakeholders.

* Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects and priorities, pay close attention to details, and maintain a high level of organization.

* Excellent writing, editing, verbal, and written communication skills in English.

* Strong cross-cultural communication skills.

**To be successful at Room to Read, you will also:**

* Be passionate about our mission and have a strong desire to impact a dynamic non-profit organization.

* Be a proactive and innovative thinker who achieves results and creates positive change.

* Demonstrate a high level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness.

* Embrace diversity and a commitment to collaboration.

* Thrive in a fast-paced and fun environment.

Room to Read is an equal opportunity employer committed to identifying and developing the skills and leadership of people from diverse backgrounds. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled.