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Houston Symphony

Manager of Corporate Relations

Houston Symphony, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Esperson – Houston, TX 77002 Overview

Salary Range:

$65,000.00 - $70,000.00

Salary/year

Position Type:

Full Time

Education Level:

4 Year Degree

Category:

Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

Job Title:

Manager of Corporate Relations

Department:

Development

Reports to:

Director of Institutional Giving

Status:

Full-time, Exempt

Summary The Manager of Corporate Relations is responsible for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting prospective corporate partners, as well as maintaining and deepening relationships with current corporate donors to support the growth of the Houston Symphony.

Essential Job Functions

Serve as a key liaison and relationship manager for corporate entities that have the potential to provide financial and in-kind support for community engagement initiatives

Manage a portfolio of corporate donors to support the fundraising goals of the Institutional Giving department.

With Director of Institutional Giving, assists in the development of a strategic plan for maintaining and building corporate relationships, including annual plan for acquisition, renewal, and increased funding

Prepare letters of inquiry, proposals, reports, and other relevant communications as needed for corporate donors

Coordinate corporate recognition benefits with appropriate Development colleagues and the Marketing/Communications department

Coordinate recognition approval process with corporate partners

Identify new corporate prospects and conduct preliminary research on potential new donors

Attend concerts and donor events as needed

Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum of two years fundraising experience

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities

Great attention to detail and ability to handle multiple projects while maintaining an outstanding standard of quality and accuracy in completion of job functions

Strong interpersonal skills, diplomacy and tact in interacting with a diverse group of individuals

Excellent written, verbal and organizational skills

Excellent computer skills

Ability to work some nights and weekends

Interest in and knowledge of classical music is a plus

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