Position Summary

The Events & Corporate Partnerships Manager is responsible for developing and executing a cohesive strategy that drives revenue, engagement, and long-term relationships through IndyHumanes events and corporate partnerships program. This role oversees all fundraising and stewardship events and builds a robust corporate partnership program that includes event sponsorships and year-round collaborations.

This position plays a critical role in advancing IndyHumanes animal welfare mission by fostering meaningful, mutually beneficial relationships with corporate partners and delivering high-quality events that deepen donor engagement and community support.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Events Strategy & Management:

• In collaboration with the Development team, create and implement an annual events strategy aligned with overall fundraising and organizational goals. Lead planning and execution for one to two signature fundraising events and additional donor stewardship events. Create and manage event timelines and budgets, ensuring activities are on schedule and within budget while meeting fundraising goals. Coordinate event logistics, including venues, vendors, volunteers, staffing, and run-of-show planning. Partner with Development and Communications teams to ensure consistent messaging, branding, and sponsorship recognition across events and collateral. Track, analyze, and report on event performance, including return on investment (ROI), donor engagement, and sponsorship outcomes.

Corporate Partnerships Strategy & Development:

• In collaboration with the Chief Development Officer, develop and execute a comprehensive corporate partnerships strategy that meets fundraising goals. Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward corporate partners through event sponsorships, year-round partnerships, and corporate giving programs. Build and manage a corporate sponsorship pipeline, including prospect research, outreach, proposals, and stewardship activities. Develop tiered sponsorship opportunities and customized partnership packages aligned with corporate partner objectives. Oversee corporate matching gift and workplace giving initiatives. In collaboration with the Volunteer Manager, organize and manage corporate volunteer engagement opportunities. Steward corporate partners to encourage renewal, growth, and long-term commitment.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with Development leadership to ensure events and corporate partnerships align with broader fundraising strategies. Collaborate with program and operations teams to create meaningful engagement opportunities for corporate partners. Ensure timely and consistent stewardship, recognition, and reporting for corporate sponsors and partners. Support donor and sponsor communications related to events and partnerships. Attend Development team and all-staff meetings. Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 35+ years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, events management, and/or corporate partnerships. Demonstrated success securing corporate sponsorships and managing fundraising events. Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Excellent relationship-building, communication, and presentation skills. Experience working with donor databases and CRM systems. Comfort with revenue goals, budgets, and performance tracking. Passion for animal welfare and commitment to IndyHumanes mission.

Additional Information:

IndyHumane is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This position description does not constitute a contract of employment, and IndyHumane may exercise employment-at-will rights at any time.