Sr. Manager of Philanthropic Partnerships

Position Snapshot:

TITLE: Senior Manager of Philanthropic Partnerships

DEPARTMENT: Advancement

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

HOURS: 40 hours

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Service area travel, approximately 25%

SALARY: Commensurate with experience

REPORTS TO: Chief Development Officer

TERRITORY COVERED: Full agency service area

CENTRAL OFFICE: 1519 Gardiner Lane; Louisville, KY 40218

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None

Position Summary:

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kentuckiana (BBBSKY) is seeking a relationship-driven fundraising professional to help the corporate and civic partners who fuel our mission feel connected, valued, and ready to invest again. We believe all youth have equal potential but not equal opportunity. The partnerships you steward make one-to-one mentoring possible for more young people across our community.

About the Role: As Senior Manager of Philanthropic Partnerships, you'll be the operational backbone of our corporate giving program. Working within strategy set by the Chief Development Officer, you'll steward corporate and civic partners, manage our peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns, deliver on event sponsorship commitments, and lead employee engagement and workplace giving initiatives. Success in this role means timely, personalized partner communications, accurate CRM records, smooth logistics, and partners who renew because they see the impact of their investment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for corporate and civic partners on operational matters


• Prepare customized proposals, stewardship communications, and partner reports


• Manage stewardship events and sponsorship/gift agreement deadlines and fulfill partner benefits, including logo placement, storytelling, recognition, tickets, and signage, in collaboration with our Marketing and Special Events teams


• Lead employee engagement initiatives, including volunteer days and info sessions, in partnership with our Strategic Volunteer Recruitment Manager


• Manage peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns from platform setup and team registration through donor experience and reporting


• Build campaign participation through customized info sessions and creative outreach


• Cultivate and steward third-party fundraising events 


• Maintain accurate partner records and activity notes in our CRM


• Manage Double the Donation and peer-to-peer fundraising platforms


• Identify and research prospects to inform cultivation and solicitation strategy


• Support the CEO, CDO, and CSO with meeting preparation and prospect list maintenance


• Lead bi-monthly internal meetings on corporate partner and prospect strategy


• Provide staff support at annual agency fundraising events

What We're Looking For:

Required Qualifications

• Two to four years of proven success managing revenue-generating strategic partnerships


• Proven track record in relationship management and donor stewardship


• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred


• Experience with Raiser's Edge and OneCause preferred


• A vehicle, valid driver's license, and minimum state required automobile insurance


• Reliable internet with bandwidth to host video meetings with partners and colleagues

Essential Skills & Qualities

• Exceptional storyteller and conversationalist with diverse stakeholder audiences


• Deep understanding of the donor cycle, prospect research, and moves management


• Strong organization and ability to manage multiple projects and partnerships at once


• High level of discretion with confidential donor and financial information


• Proficiency in CRM systems, donor databases, and digital fundraising tools


• Cross-cultural competency and ability to engage effectively in diverse community environments


• Professional written and verbal communication


• Proactive, solutions-focused approach and comfort with shifting priorities


• Ability to work some evenings and weekends

What We Offer:

• Salary commensurate with experience


• Purpose-driven work that directly expands mentoring opportunities for youth


• Collaborative, mission-focused culture rooted in belonging, access, and opportunity


• Professional development opportunities


• Hybrid work schedule with weekly in-office hours


• Being part of a nationwide movement to transform communities through mentoring

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kentuckiana is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and will not engage in or tolerate unlawful discrimination on account of a person's race, color, religion, sex, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, familial or marital status, pregnancy, age, veteran status, military status, national origin, genetic information, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and ordinances.

Ready to help change lives? Apply now and join us in building partnerships that empower youth through mentorship!