Corporate and Strategic Partnership Manager

Oct 8

Brooklyn Public Library
Brooklyn, NY

Anticipated Start Date: Late 2025

Description

BPL seeks a well-organized, proactive, and mission-driven fundraising professional to join its Strategic Partnerships team. The Manager will oversee key corporate philanthropic relationships and help secure corporate funding to support a wide range of Library programs and initiatives.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Assistant Vice President of Development, the Manager will strengthen and expand existing corporate relationships and develop new ones through thoughtful cultivation and stewardship of current, lapsed, and prospective donors:

Manage a portfolio of existing corporate partners—ensuring engagement, stewardship, and fulfillment of partnership benefits
Collaborate on the development and implementation of an annual operating plan for corporate fundraising, including outreach and solicitation strategies
Conduct ongoing corporate prospect research and prepare company profiles and briefing memos Identify and cultivate new corporate sponsors for Library events and programs, such as literacy initiatives for all ages, cultural programs, community outreach, workforce development efforts and BPL’s Galas
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of corporate funders and prospects in the Raiser’s Edge NXT database, including contact information, research notes, action steps, and opportunities
Draft compelling grant proposals, budget documents, presentations, reports and other fundraising communications
Anticipate and manage proposal and reporting timelines to ensure timely submissions and deliverables
Coordinate with the Marketing team to fulfill corporate partnership benefits, including recognition via social media, email, print, earned media and advertising
Support administrative functions and take on special projects as needed
Stay informed about trends and developments in corporate philanthropy
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Minimum of 3 years of experience in grant writing, grants management, and working with institutional donors—or equivalent experience
Proven track record of building and maintaining successful relationships with donors or clients
Outstanding verbal and interpersonal communication and presentation skills
Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of staff and donors
Superior writing and editing skills
High attention to detail, accuracy, flexibility, and dependability
Ability to prioritize multiple projects with strong time management and attention to detail
Ability to work independently, perform and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint; working knowledge of social media platforms
Experience with Raiser’s Edge NXT preferred (or Salesforce)
Commitment to collaboration and sharing of resources.
Being a positive team contributor with a sense of humor
Must possess high ethical standards and good judgment to effectively

Salary Range and Employee Benefits

This is a full-time, non-union, exempt position. The salary range for this position is $77,600 - $85,000.

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About the Organization

The Development Department at Brooklyn Public Library (BPL) raises private funds to support the vision and mission of the Library. The 12-person department comprises a dynamic group of professionals who together represent expertise in all areas of fundraising including individual giving, corporate relations, special events, foundation and government grants.

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