Candidates must live in Austin, Texas. This role is hybrid with occasional travel to other Common Threads markets, as needed. 

The Corporate Fundraiser position at Common Threads is responsible for effectively soliciting and retaining corporate donations for the organization. This position will engage in prospect research and outreach, and will cultivate new and deepen existing relationships with funders.

This position works strategically with the Development leadership to develop and implement strategies to secure new and increased financial support for the organization. The position plays a critical role in the organization's fundraising efforts, helping to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, increase revenue streams, and ensure the organization's financial sustainability.

The Corporate Fundraiser should be accessible to attend meetings in Austin, available to travel at times, and should also be comfortable working with and reporting to colleagues remotely. 

Responsibilities:

• Manage the identification, cultivation, acquisition, and stewardship of a portfolio of new and existing corporate partners. Work with Director of Development to meet annual goals for our corporate fundraising verticals
• Conduct in-depth prospect research and assist Director of Development in stocking annual pipelines with viable funding opportunities for all target markets
• Seek out new and innovative ways to develop revenue streams with existing and new partners, including through event sponsorships and corporate gifts for specific CT activations
• Articulate the mission and activities of Common Threads to diverse audiences through group presentations and individual conversations, as well as in proposals or written requests
• Build meaningful relationships with partners and donors 
• Prepare Leadership Team members and Program Managers for cultivation, solicitation, and/or stewardship conversations/ activations as needed 
• Work with Communications colleagues to integrate partner deliverables where needed into Communications campaigns and assets
• Contribute to constituent database: Responsible for the accurate and timely entry of information, including contacts, deadlines for all application materials and reports, communication updates, probabilities, final proposal decisions, compliance, and more
• Provide partners with support to engage their employees year-round through successful giving campaigns, calls to action, and volunteer opportunities. 
• Respond to donor questions and resolve issues in a timely manner
• Organize and execute special projects that support the greater Development team as appropriate

The above statements are intended to describe the essential job functions of this role and are not an exhaustive list of all duties performed by personnel occupying this position.  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's preferred
• 3+ years of experience in managing funder relationships
• Demonstrated experience with project and account management 
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Computer skills that include: Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Donor platforms (i.e. Classy), CRM (i.e. Salesforce), Design tools (i.e. Canva, Keynote, Adobe, Powerpoint)
• Demonstrated experience earning new funding 
• Experienced relationship manager, with demonstrated past responsibility for externally-facing partnerships or stakeholders
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Experience and/or high comfort level working virtually with internal and external team members 
• A commitment to the mission and values of Common Threads

Other:

• Common Threads employees are subject to a background check and fingerprinting prior to employment
• This is a full-time position that will primarily work Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm, but some nights and/or weekends may be required

Benefits:

• Common Threads offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 15 days of paid-time off, 15 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, medical, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program, and a 401(K) with company match.

Physical Demands: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use close vision, distance vision, and be able to adjust focus; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift and/or move supplies weighing up to 25 pounds. 

About Common Threads: 

Common Threads is a national leader in nutrition security - championing improved community health through the power of nutrition and food. For over two decades, Common Threads has been providing nutrition education, culinary skills training, and food access, all key nutrition security fundamentals, in an effort to both prevent and treat diet-related illness. In today’s society, the role that nutrition plays in overall health, as well as the importance of the culture of food itself (i.e. preparing, sharing, and community) in relation to well-being, is neglected, and Common Threads tackles those issues head on.

Operating in-person and digitally, Common Threads’ programs can be found in schools across the country, including the nation’s four largest public-school districts (New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Miami), as well as community organizations, medical institutions, and universities - with a priority impact focus on marginalized communities. To date the organization has established partnerships with over 2,200 schools, provided more than 5 million meals, and forged a pathway for long-term nutritional health for more than 1 million people. For more information, visit commonthreads.org. 

Common Threads EEO Statement:

Common Threads provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Common Threads complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Common Threads expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Common Threads’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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