Associate Director, Corporate Partnerships

Position Title: Associate Director, Corporate Partnerships

Organizational Unit: Development

Reports To: Chief Development Officer

Career Category: Full-Time

Location: Remote, with applications accepted only from candidates based in the United States or the United Kingdom.

For U.S.-based applicants, eligible states include: Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, and Washington, D.C

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: October 31st, 2025

ABOUT EQUALITY NOW:

At Equality Now, we aspire to create a world in which women and men have equal rights under the law, and full enjoyment of their human rights.

Our mission is gender equality. And how we get there matters. Here are the values behind everything we do.

Founded in 1992, we are an international human rights organization that works to protect and promote the rights of all women and girls around the world. Our campaigns are centered on four program areas: Legal Equality, End Sexual Violence, End Harmful Practices, and End Sexual Exploitation, with a cross-cutting focus on the unique needs of adolescent girls.

We are truly global and we have a team of 80 people located all around the world. We have team members in Benin, Beirut, London, Geneva, San Jose, El Salvador, Argentina, Nairobi, Tbilisi, New York and Washington DC among others.

We offer a great experience for talented people who are passionate about equality. To work here, you’ll need to share our core values of integrity and accountability, inclusiveness, resilience, and empathy. For more information, visit equalitynow.org

MISSION OBJECTIVE:

The Associate Director, Corporate Partnerships is responsible for designing and implementing strategic initiatives that cultivate, grow, and steward high-value corporate partnerships aligned with Equality Now’s mission. The role serves as a key contributor to the organization’s fundraising strategy by managing a portfolio of corporate partners, developing high-impact campaigns and more tailored opportunities for engagement, and directly generating five-to seven-figure support. This position is central to positioning Equality Now as a partner of choice for corporations seeking to support gender equality globally.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following is a general outline of duties and responsibilities for this role. It is not an exhaustive list, and additional duties may be assigned or removed at the discretion of the Chief Development Officer to meet organizational needs and priorities:

Purpose: Adapt

• Develop and lead a comprehensive corporate engagement strategy with annual revenue targets, long-term growth goals, and activation calendars (e.g., International Women’s Day, International Day of the Girl).
• Conceptualize and package compelling, high-value partnership opportunities, aligning Equality Now’s mission with partner priorities through campaigns, sponsorships, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Anticipate and respond to trends in CSR, ESG, and corporate philanthropy, adapting approaches to ensure continued relevance and innovation.
• Build organizational capacity for corporate engagement by refining systems, workflows, and data management (Raiser’s Edge, Monday.com).

Engagement: Persuade & Influence

• Manage and expand a portfolio of 50 corporate partners and prospects, cultivating relationships that generate transformational funding and visibility.
• Serve as the lead relationship manager for high-value corporate accounts, ensuring alignment, trust, and measurable impact.
• Guide and prepare Equality Now’s leadership and board to engage effectively with corporate executives and decision-makers.
• Mobilize internal teams, including programmes, communications, and finance, to deliver tailored, high-impact partnership experiences.
• Represent Equality Now externally, positioning the organization as an authoritative and collaborative voice in corporate engagement for gender equality.

Delivery: Guide Project Evolution

• Lead the full project cycle for corporate partnerships: strategy design, pitching, closing, implementation, stewardship, and renewal.
• Produce persuasive proposals, sponsorship packages, donor reports, and presentations tailored to corporate interests and aligned with Equality Now’s funding priorities.
• Oversee corporate sponsorships for the annual gala, ensuring fulfillment, relationship growth, and maximum visibility for both partners and Equality Now.
• Plan and deliver corporate activations and campaigns with professionalism, precision, and measurable results.
• Ensure data integrity by tracking all interactions, deliverables, and progress in Raiser’s Edge and Monday.com.
• Contribute to broader Development team objectives, including budget planning, forecasting, and evaluation of fundraising effectiveness.

COMPENSATION:

At Equality Now, our compensation philosophy reflects our commitment to advancing the human rights of all women and girls through lasting legal and systemic change. We approach pay holistically, recognizing base salary as one component of a broader total rewards package designed to support well-being, growth, and long-term engagement.

Base Salary Range: $95,000 – $110,000 USD

The final offer within this range will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, relevant experience, demonstrated skills, and qualifications. Beyond base salary, Equality Now offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes health and retirement benefits, generous leave, and ongoing professional development. Our goal is to attract, retain, and empower a talented, mission-aligned team equipped to deliver on our strategic priorities with excellence and impact.

HOW TO APPLY

Please visit: https://equalitynow.applytojob.com/ and submit a resume/CV, cover letter.

Deadline for applications is October 31st, 2025.