Corporate Relations Coordinator at SOS Children Villages

Position Summary

• The corporate relations coordinator collaborates closely with the fund development team on maintaining and creating a positive relationship between donor relationship and management.
• The role is tasked with developing and improving the local and international image of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop ways to communicate organization objectives and identify potential donors.
• Servicing and maintaining work relationship between the organization and partners/donors.
• Reporting to the Fund development manager about activities that can affect the image of the organization.
• Develop work plan and coordinate the team in fundraising.
• Identifying and making contact with suitable corporate partners to secure funding and to develop effective partnership strategies.
• Manages corporate donors to develop and maintain steady streams of support for the organization.
• Works hand-in-hand with donors to achieve organizational goals and sustainable development.
• Solicit and cultivate new donors with a high level of professionalism.
• Maintaining strong relationships with existing donors.
• Lead and incorporate fundraising initiatives.
• Developing innovative strategies for long-term, short-term and mid-term goals between the organization and donors.
• Work closely with other members of the team in achieving organizational objectives.
• Has a strong understanding of SOS guidelines and adheres to the policies regarding donor relationship rules and responsibilities.
• Create awareness about the benefits and impact of organization association and partnership.
• Increase the visibility and understanding of SOS through effective communication and nurturing of corporate relationships.
• Plan and organize conferences, forums and staff engagement activities for donors in line with the organisation’s objectives.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• B.Sc / HND in Marketing, Sales, Business Administration, Corporate Relations, International Business Development, or a related field
• A Master’s Degree in a related field is an added advantage
• At least 5 years’ experience in Corporate Relations in the NGO/iNGO sector
• A minimum of 3 years managerial experience in a related role
• Experience in Nigeria in a similar role
• Excellent Networking Skills
• Sound understanding of donor engagement and retention
• Understanding NGO`s operations, best practices and market trends.
• Knowledge of programmes in an NGO environment.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and networking skills.
• Good knowledge of Children`s rights
• Knowledge of relevant Nigerian legislation.
• Experience in Strategic Planning.