you a self-motivated and driven person who is organized and enthusiastic about
making a difference in the world?
Founded in 1995 by
human rights activist Craig Kielburger, Free The Children is an international
charity and educational partner that believes in a world where all young people
are free to achieve their fullest potential. We work internationally to free
children from poverty and exploitation through a holistic and sustainable
development model called Adopt a
Village. Domestically, we offer innovative
programs that educate, engage and empower youth to become agents of change.
Free The
Children
seeks an Associate
Director, Business Development to join its Business Development
Team.
There is a three (3)
month probationary period, upon reaching the three (3) month period, all staff
members are offered a health plan including dental and Employee Assistance
Program. The position is based out of Free the Children’s office in Toronto
(233 Carlton Street).
While resumes are
important, we want to know what makes you a great fit for our team and culture.
We will consider resumes on a rolling basis and would like the right person to
join us as soon as possible.
Responsibilities:
- Identify,
research, and prospect new sponsorship opportunities and partnerships
across all We Day markets within North America - In
conjunction with the Head, Global Business Development, Free The Children,
develop and implement the strategy for Canadian and US sponsorship and new
business - Oversee
the Manager of Canadian Business Development on all sponsorship
opportunities within Canada - Foster
relationships with prospective corporate donors at all levels - In
conjunction with the Corporate Engagement & Grants team, research and
develop presentations and proposals to secure new partnerships - Significant
travel to deliver in-person presentations with prospective sponsors to
secure new partnerships - Work
closely with the Associate Director of Sponsorship Activation to develop
the sponsorship activations for current partners - Accountability
of a complex multi-million dollar matrix with the responsibility to help
develop and implement the strategies to achieve these targets - Help
lead the implementation of strategy for the reengagement of existing
sponsors in conjunction with the Partnership Relations team - Close
collaboration with the various Regional Offices and Development team to
ensure a cohesive and effective business development strategy for North
America - Support
in managing significant donor and corporate files - Communicate
knowledgably and professionally to donor base, addressing inquiries about
international programs and account summaries - Attend
and represent the organization at fundraising and networking events - Attend
all We Day events within Canada and where appropriate, international We
Day events
Reporting
and Relationships:
- This
position will reside within the Free The Children Business Development
Team, and will also work closely with the Sponsorship Activation and
Partner Relations teams - The
Associate Director, Business Development, Free The Children will report
directly to the Head, Global Business Development, Free The Children - This
position will work closely and collaborate the various Directors on the
Business Development team
Skills and
Qualifications:
- Possess
a degree/qualification, preferably in business administration, marketing,
or a related field with a minimum of four years working experience - Highly
self – motivated and independent, a strategic thinker - Proven
experience in fundraising, sponsorship, sales, or corporate partnerships - Strong
oral communication and presentation skills - Experience
managing a team of staff or volunteers - Detail
oriented with strong attention to effective task completion - Strong
inter-personal skills - Enjoys
working in a demanding, fast paced work environment and flexible with work
hours - Able to
perform well and problem solve in high stress, dynamic and changing
situations - Detail
oriented with strong attention to effective task completion - Flexible
and adaptable to change - Comfortable
working with and delegating to senior management - Comfortable
working with external stakeholders - Positive
and professional attitude and able to work as a team player - Excellent
time management, organization and multi-tasking skills - Sound
understanding of and experience working with Microsoft Office Suites
(Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) - Experience
working with Salesforce is an asset - Fluency
in French and Spanish is beneficial but not required - Ability
to work closely with high level sponsors and corporate partners with the
highest level of professionalism - Ability
to maintain a high degree of discretion and confidentiality
What makes
Free The Children unique…
A Top Employer for
Young People, Free The Children is filled with passionate, driven,
entrepreneurial, shameless idealists. This means we work hard, set high goals
and exceed them to help empower youth to change the world.
If you are inspired
by collaboration, making friendships with incredible people, unique additional
responsibilities like working on our We Days, and if your personal values align
with our core values, we would love to hear from you.
Free the Children is
an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and welcomes all
interested parties to apply. We sincerely thanks all those who apply, however
only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
How
to apply
Please apply at: http://www.freethechildren.com/who-we-are/about-us/careers-job-postings/?ccmsPage=1&cc=show&id=6914406
