About Makom
Makom is a Maryland-based non-profit providing services for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD) in Maryland and Northern Virginia. For over 40 years, Makom has delivered innovative, person-centered services through community living supports, transition-focused employment programs, and supplemental clinical and experiential services, all through a self-determined lens.
The Role The
Corporate Relations Manager
builds and sustains strategic relationships with corporate partners and small businesses to advance Makom’s mission. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, this role works closely with the MOST (Meaningful Opportunities for Skills Training) program to create inclusive employment pathways while supporting fundraising and organizational growth.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Corporate Partnership Development
Identify, cultivate, and manage relationships with corporations, small businesses, and employers
Position Makom as a trusted CSR and workforce development partner
Serve as the primary liaison between Makom and corporate partners
Fundraising & Revenue Generation
Secure donations, sponsorships, and in-kind support
Collaborate on proposals, stewardship, and fundraising strategies
Support grant and sponsorship initiatives
MOST Program Employment & Internship Support
Partner with MOST leadership to understand participant needs
Secure internships, job shadowing, apprenticeships, and employment
Support job placement and retention
Stewardship, Engagement & Impact
Maintain strong partner relationships
Share impact stories and metrics
Coordinate employer engagement activities
Strategy, Reporting & Collaboration
Develop annual corporate relations plans
Track outcomes in CRM systems
Prepare leadership reports
Collaborate across Development, MOST, Marketing, and Leadership teams
Working Conditions A hybrid work environment combining office work, community outreach, and employer meetings.
Full-time position with flexibility for occasional evenings or weekends.
Local travel throughout the DMV region is required.
Qualifications Required:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
3–5 years in nonprofit development, corporate relations, or workforce partnerships
Proven success in building employer and donor relationships
Strong communication and presentation skills
Preferred:
Experience serving individuals facing barriers to employment
Knowledge of the DMV nonprofit and corporate landscape
CRM and fundraising systems experience
Our Culture Makom fosters a culture rooted in Excellence, Integrity, Inclusion, and Self-Determination. We believe strong partnerships drive meaningful impact and support a future where individuals with IDD have equitable opportunities for a well-lived life.
What We Offer
Salary Range
- $55,000 - $65,000
Comprehensive benefits for full-time employees
Professional development and growth opportunities
Collaborative, supportive workplace
Join Us If you are ready to build partnerships that create inclusion and opportunity, we invite you to apply and become part of the Makom team.
Equal Opportunity Statement Makom is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on any legally protected basis.
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The Role The
Corporate Relations Manager
builds and sustains strategic relationships with corporate partners and small businesses to advance Makom’s mission. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, this role works closely with the MOST (Meaningful Opportunities for Skills Training) program to create inclusive employment pathways while supporting fundraising and organizational growth.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Corporate Partnership Development
Identify, cultivate, and manage relationships with corporations, small businesses, and employers
Position Makom as a trusted CSR and workforce development partner
Serve as the primary liaison between Makom and corporate partners
Fundraising & Revenue Generation
Secure donations, sponsorships, and in-kind support
Collaborate on proposals, stewardship, and fundraising strategies
Support grant and sponsorship initiatives
MOST Program Employment & Internship Support
Partner with MOST leadership to understand participant needs
Secure internships, job shadowing, apprenticeships, and employment
Support job placement and retention
Stewardship, Engagement & Impact
Maintain strong partner relationships
Share impact stories and metrics
Coordinate employer engagement activities
Strategy, Reporting & Collaboration
Develop annual corporate relations plans
Track outcomes in CRM systems
Prepare leadership reports
Collaborate across Development, MOST, Marketing, and Leadership teams
Working Conditions A hybrid work environment combining office work, community outreach, and employer meetings.
Full-time position with flexibility for occasional evenings or weekends.
Local travel throughout the DMV region is required.
Qualifications Required:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
3–5 years in nonprofit development, corporate relations, or workforce partnerships
Proven success in building employer and donor relationships
Strong communication and presentation skills
Preferred:
Experience serving individuals facing barriers to employment
Knowledge of the DMV nonprofit and corporate landscape
CRM and fundraising systems experience
Our Culture Makom fosters a culture rooted in Excellence, Integrity, Inclusion, and Self-Determination. We believe strong partnerships drive meaningful impact and support a future where individuals with IDD have equitable opportunities for a well-lived life.
What We Offer
Salary Range
- $55,000 - $65,000
Comprehensive benefits for full-time employees
Professional development and growth opportunities
Collaborative, supportive workplace
Join Us If you are ready to build partnerships that create inclusion and opportunity, we invite you to apply and become part of the Makom team.
Equal Opportunity Statement Makom is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on any legally protected basis.
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