Director of Strategic Partnerships
The Ruth Cheatham Foundation (TRCF) is a Dallas-based nonprofit organization that provides financial support for teen cancer survivors in their pursuit of higher education. Many young survivors find themselves facing unfair limitations to an already uncertain future; TRCF paves the way for survivors to follow their dreams and thrive, not just survive.
The Director of Strategic Partnerships reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer and is a member of the TRCF senior management team. The Director of Strategic Partnerships will play a vital role in the growth and success of the organization, utilizing proactive, strategic thinking to identify new opportunities; with a focus on relationship building, communication, driving revenue and expanding the organization’s reach . This role will be responsible for the engagement of all external stakeholders such as nonprofit partners, grant partners, donors, volunteers, corporate partners, and key stakeholders in the adolescent and young adult cancer space, expanding TRCF’s organizational impact and growth.
Key Characteristics:
Communication: excellent verbal and written communication skills and able to clearly articulate the mission and vision of TRCF
Excellence: an unwavering commitment to quality programs and data-driven program evaluation
Networking: extensive public relations and fundraising experience with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders and cultures
Forward Thinking: be proactive, not reactive, to challenges and opportunities; with a well-researched, detail-oriented, and organized approach
Leadership: a team player at all levels; deeply invested in the success of your TRCF team members, Board of Directors, and scholars
Strategic Planning: ability to identify potential partnerships, evaluate their value, and develop a plan to establish and grow TRCF’s reach
Relationship building: strong interpersonal skills, ability to build and maintain strong relationships with external partners and internal teams
Preferred Professional Experience:
Minimum 5 years of executive leadership experience in the nonprofit sector, with a track record of effectively leading and scaling organizations nationally to the next stage of growth
Extensive fundraising, grant writing, and networking experience at the executive level with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders and cultures
Technology proficiency, comfort, and confidence with various platforms, with a strong focus on the collection and leveraging of data to drive growth
Experience with CRM systems for donor management, Google Drive, Airtable, and Excel
Track record of effectively leading an organization with a complex array of programs with the ability to leverage strengths across program areas
Unwavering commitment to quality programs and data-driven evaluation and expansion
Knowledge of and passion for the nonprofit sector. Experience working with or serving on boards is highly desired.
Flexibility and time management to multitask other duties as assigned
Key Responsibilities:
Identify, and cultivate relationships. Secure support and collaboration with external audiences, including grants partners, corporate sponsors, cause-marketing, nonprofit partners, adolescent and young adult research boards, and workplace giving to support organizational programs and initiatives
Create long-range engagement campaigns for all external stakeholders
Develop compelling presentations, proposals, and other creative copy to support and build strategic partnerships
Set annual funding growth strategy to identify and execute innovative campaigns that expand and optimize supporter engagement. Collaborating with other departments to ensure the organization is effective in carrying out its mission and vision
Provide strategic leadership in marketing, fundraising, and advocacy efforts
Organize and attend events to engage stakeholders and attend funder meetings with and without the Executive Director; make compelling asks of funder partners and prospects
Build and maintain strong relationships through integrity to stewardship principles with industry partners, serving as the primary point of contact and liaison between the organization and external stakeholders.
Develop and maintain systems for tracking, impact reporting, and evaluating the effectiveness of partnerships
Other duties as assigned
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Remote with occasional travel to Dallas / Ft Worth Metroplex. Ability to travel (by car and/or airplane) when required (less than 10%)
Compensation:
This is an outstanding opportunity for a highly motivated professional to assume a pivotal role in the evolution of a fast-growing, highly respected organization. Salary will be competitive, and commensurate with experience.
Benefits:
Retirement Plan
Paid time off
Work from home
Flexible schedule
Professional development assistance
Work Schedule:
M-F 40 hours/week, with some occasional evenings and weekends.
At TRCF, we are committed to fostering a workplace that is not only diverse and inclusive but one where every team member is empowered to bring their true selves to work, regardless of background or identity. The strength of our mission is amplified by the unique perspectives and lived experiences of our team, which are invaluable when addressing diversity, inclusion, and equity. We welcome future team members who are passionate about these values and strongly encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds.
The Ruth Cheatham Foundation is an Equal Opportunity employer. This means that we don't discriminate against people because of their race, ethnicity, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, personal appearance, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, genetic information, or political affiliation.
Please send resume via email to holly@ruthcheathamfoundation.org