Strategic Partnership Program Manager

The Strategic Partnership Program Manager is responsible for cultivating, securing, and managing corporate partnerships to generate revenue and support the mission of the Humane Rescue Alliance and St. Hubert’s. This role will lead fundraising campaigns, oversee high-impact partnerships, and drive donor engagement through strategic initiatives and events.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategic growth plan for corporate partnerships aligned with HRA’s mission.
• Cultivate new funding relationships while managing existing partners, securing financial support at 5- to 7-figure levels.
• Create compelling proposals and partnership agreements to maximize funding opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure accurate budgeting, fund allocation, and impact reporting.
• Lead planning and execution of signature fundraising events, including Bark Ball, St. Hubert’s wine event, and the Pet Calendar and Photo Contest.
• Oversee event logistics such as contracts, scheduling, vendor coordination, marketing, and onsite execution.
• Develop partnership marketing materials, website content, and social media assets.
• Ensure consistent and compelling messaging to engage donors, sponsors, and corporate partners.
• Work closely with program and development teams to integrate organizational priorities into campaign strategies.
• Develop innovative strategies to increase participation in fundraising campaigns and maximize donor engagement.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Proven track record of securing major gifts and corporate sponsorships.
• Experience in planning and executing fundraising campaigns and events.
• Strong relationship management, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in CRM systems (e.g., Raiser’s Edge), donor databases, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel as needed.
• Ability to support relationships with senior staff, board members, and funding partners
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present, inform and motivate individuals and groups about HRA’s mission and the importance of raising funds in support of the mission.
• Commitment to donor confidentiality
• Passion for the HRA mission, and for caring for all animals regardless of age, breed, temperament or species

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted regularly, 50 pounds assisted.
• Regularly sits at a computer station and operates electronic equipment.
• Ability to be comfortable working with cats, dogs, small animals, reptiles, fish and wildlife.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical activity daily, including but not limited to lifting and carrying, reaching, stooping, squatting, and bending. Regularly moves about the facilities to coordinate work. Typically stands, bends, stoops, and crouches while working special events.
• Due to the nature of shelter work, may be exposed to deceased, fractious, or aggressive animals; common allergens; hostile or irate persons; zoonotic or other diseases; unpleasant noises, odors, or sights; and extreme temperatures.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• Basic familiarity with computers, MSWord, MS Outlook, and Microsoft Office.
• Significant experience in institutional and corporate fundraising, development, or grant writing, preferably within a nonprofit or higher education setting.
• Demonstrated success in securing major gifts, corporate sponsorships, and institutional funding.
• Proficiency in CRM systems, donor databases, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling proposals and reports.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and build relationships with key stakeholders.

The Humane Rescue Alliance (HRA) offers a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, vision, dental and select offerings for pets. Additional information may be provided upon request.

Multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. A salary premium may be offered for multilingual candidates who demonstrate proficiency in written and oral testing.

HRA is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate because of race, color, creed, gender, religion, national origin, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, citizenship status, or sexual orientation. Accommodation will be provided to qualified individuals requiring them.