Partnership Manager

Impact

About Us

Junior Achievement of Central Florida (JACF) is a mission-powered nonprofit transforming how young people prepare for their future economic success. Through immersive, experiential learning in financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship, we are helping build future-ready ecosystems that support over 50,000 students annually across Central Florida.

We are shifting from one-off programs to systemic, community-based change. Our team is comprised of collaborators, innovators, and equity-driven professionals who believe in the power of partnerships to create lasting impact. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love stewarding community partners, and are inspired by community transformation, this role may be the perfect fit.

Primary Responsibilities:

Fundraising & Corporate Engagement

Manage and grow a portfolio of corporate partners, sponsors, and donors to meet assigned revenue goals
Execute fundraising strategies established by senior leadership for programs and events
Support the development of proposals, sponsorship materials, and impact reports
Maintain regular communication with partners to ensure engagement, satisfaction, and renewal
Identify and qualify new prospects in coordination with leadership
Maintain accurate partner records in the CRM and support pipeline tracking and reporting

Event Execution & Support

Coordinate and execute assigned fundraising events, which may include:
- Mid-Florida Business Hall of Fame

- Driving Dreams Golf Invitational

- JA Bowl-A-Thon events

- Additional events as assigned

Support event planning logistics, including vendor coordination, timelines, and deliverables
Ensure sponsor benefits are fulfilled accurately and on time
Assist with budget tracking and post-event reporting
Serve as a point of contact for sponsors and vendors during event execution

Leadership Council Coordination

Support the management and coordination of the JACF Leadership Council
Assist with meeting logistics, communications, and engagement opportunities
Help facilitate member involvement in events, fundraising, and volunteer activities
Support recruitment and onboarding of new members
Coordinate recognition and stewardship efforts for Council participants

Cross-Functional Coordination

Collaborate with Marketing, Education, and Finance teams to support partnership and event execution
Ensure alignment of sponsorship deliverables with branding and programmatic goals
Assist in gathering data and insights to support reporting and continuous improvement

Team & Operational Support

Assist in tracking progress toward fundraising and event goals
Prepare reports, presentations, and partner communications
Support departmental planning and administrative needs as requested
Contribute to a collaborative and accountable team culture

Qualifications (required)

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

2–4 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, sales, account management, or event coordination
Experience supporting sponsorships, partnerships, or fundraising events
Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Proficiency in CRM systems, Monday.com, Slack, Microsoft Office Suite, and Canva
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Reliable transportation and availability for occasional evening and weekend events

Application Process