Associate, Corporate Partnerships
Japan Society is seeking an Associate for their Corporate Partnerships team to support fundraising goals through administrative operations and member relations. The role involves maintaining corporate records, drafting grant applications, and coordinating events, ensuring effective communication and support for corporate members.
Responsibilities
- Update and maintain corporate member/sponsor data in Raiser’s Edge database and export necessary reports
- Lead administrative operations for Corporate Memberships, Sponsorship and Annual Dinner which includes the timely processing and tracking of Membership renewal letters, invoices, payments, gift acknowledgements and solicitation materials, with follow-up by phone or e-mail when necessary
- Working with various program teams and finance team, draft corporate grant applications/reports in a timely manner
- Working with the Media and Marketing team, ensure corporate support is properly managed, handled and displayed in Japan Society webpages and annual report. (The position currently supports this effort for the entire Development team on a temporary basis.)
- Working with the Media and Marketing team and relevant program teams, draft and send mass email communications to corporate members
- Track cultivation and stewardship of prospects in Raiser’s Edge
- Prepare collateral meeting materials
- Supporting the Manager, Corporate Partnerships, assist fielding inquiries via phone and email, providing member service / trouble shooting as necessary, while referring more complex inquiries to appropriate Japan Society staff
- Coordinate with Box Office Manager to create and activate corporate members’ codes in Ticketure system
- Assist preparation and execution of Business & Policy Forum events (early morning, daytime and evening), including setting up virtual links and technical support
- Assist the Manager, Corporate Partnerships, with the backend operations of corporate gallery tours
- Up to 10 corporate accounts will be assigned after 12 months
- Attendance at Japan Society programs/events required, including early morning and late-night events. (3-6 per month)
Skills
- Experience with Raiser's Edge database or similar database management systems
- Strong administrative skills with attention to detail
- Ability to draft corporate grant applications and reports
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
- Experience in customer service and member relations
- Ability to work collaboratively with various teams
- Willingness to attend early morning and late-night events
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Experience in fundraising or corporate partnerships
- Familiarity with email marketing tools
- Knowledge of event planning and execution
- Experience in a non-profit organization
Benefits
- Flexible Hybrid Work: A balanced hybrid schedule with three days in-office and two days of remote work per week.
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- Retirement: A dedicated retirement savings plan.
- Cultural Perks: Free or discounted access to Japan Society’s world-class events, exhibitions, and programs.
- Time Off: 11 paid holidays, generous PTO, and seasonal Summer Fridays.
Company Overview
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