Partnerships Coordinator | Times Square Alliance

Core responsibilities include:

Supporting the Development & Partnerships department in achieving annual fundraising goals for the Alliance’s annual signature events and Times Square Arts’ public art program.
Developing support materials and sponsorship decks to communicate upcoming programs and events.
Researching and identifying new potential sponsors for all of the Alliance’s programs, annual events and public art program; assisting in cultivation and stewardship efforts.
Creating and managing grants calendar for public art, ensuring that all deadlines are met; creating accurate narrative and financial reports on grant expenditures.
Writing and editing persuasive sponsorship requests and grant proposals; developing program budgets.
Coordinating partnerships and activations, including contracts, letters of agreement, acknowledgment letters, and sponsor inclusion on marketing collateral.
Assisting with on-site activations and fulfillment of sponsorship deliverables for signature events throughout the year.
Maintaining current records in database (Salesforce) and in paper files of sponsorship requests and reports; maintaining accurate sponsor contact information and VIP lists.
Attending programs and events as required, including some evening and weekend hours as dictated by events and workflow.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral, and ability to clearly articulate both Alliance and partner needs.
Experience in communicating with a wide range of stakeholders, including employees across all levels and departments; foundation, philanthropic and government grant makers; corporate officers; and agency executives.
One to three years of full-time sponsorship, development and/or grant writing experience, preferably in a nonprofit setting.
Focused yet flexible demeanor in a demanding work environment and ability to prioritize deadlines and assignments effectively.
Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
Strong organizational skills and an eye for detail.
Bachelor’s Degree preferred

The Times Square Alliance is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.