Strategic Community Partnership Manager
Full-Time Strategic Community Partnership Manager at Elpis Enterprises
Available Openings: 1
Industry: Non Profit
Pay Type: Salary
Compensation: $56,160 to $64,480
Education Preferred: Yes
Education Level: Bachelor's Degree
Criminal Background: Case-by-Case Review

The strategic community partnership manager will identify partners and cultivate relationships that support Elpis Enterprises’ mission, which focuses on supporting young people in developing and launching a career pathway. The goal of this position is to create: a) new customers, which support the impactful paid work experiences in our social enterprises for our trainees; b) paid internships or employment after completing our program; and c) new financial donors.

Responsibilities

  • Deepen relationships with current partners, vendors, and customers, as well as create new partnerships with an emphasis on the business community.
  • Cultivate relationships with organizations and businesses that can be referral resources (e.g., trainees to our program, post-Elpis opportunities for graduates).
  • Develop funding and volunteer engagement relationships with local businesses for our Hands on Hope component that introduces Elpis trainees and graduates to the business community.
  • Represent Elpis at various community events and meetings.
  • Assist with the development of marketing material for our social enterprises and training components.
  • Assist with using various social media platforms to increase the visibility of Elpis’ mission, programs, and social enterprises.
  • Assist with fundraising events (typically twice a year).

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies to be successful in this Position:

  • Effectively communicate with business leaders.
  • Experience and skills in making and delivering presentations to individuals and groups.
  • Make calls (warm and cold-phone/email or in person) to individuals, local businesses, civic groups, and similar organizations.
  • Problem-solve and be self-motivated.
  • Multi-task and independently manage your time.
  • Use a laptop and be adept at Microsoft Office, e-mail, virtual meeting platforms.
  • Commitment and passion for creating an inclusive workforce.
  • Preference is given to candidates with similar lived experiences as our trainees (e.g., have experienced being unhoused or unstable housing, identify as a person of color).

Education, Experience, Certifications, Licenses:

  • A bachelor’s degree and/or three to five years of experience and demonstrated accomplishments in increasing sales or funds raised.
  • Have a valid license, clean driving record, and vehicle to use for business.

Elpis Enterprises

Contact: Paul Ramsour
Phone 651-644-5080
2161 University Avenue West
Suite 112
Saint Paul, Ramsey, MN 55114
US
Transit: On the Green Line