Silicon Valley Education Foundation (SVEF) is the largest educational nonprofit in Silicon

Valley. Our mission is to deliver and advocate for STEM education that inspires students

furthest from access and opportunity to succeed in college and careers. We are guided by

the belief that all students are capable of pursuing higher education and boosting their

future economic mobility regardless of their background.

Position: Manager, Corporate Partnerships Job Location: San Jose, CA

Reporting to the Chief Development Officer and working closely in collaboration with the

program team and other development staff, the Manager, Corporate Partnerships will play

an integral role in the development and delivery of successful, volunteer opportunities

engaging corporate partners’ employees and contributing to the overall success of the

organization's corporate giving strategy.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Recruit, coordinate, and deliver volunteer opportunities in collaboration with Program

staff for summer programs.

• Tracking of volunteer hours and reporting to CSR partners in partnership with SITT team

and Salesforce lead, maintain up to date data on corporate giving partner sites (ie

Benevity, Double the Donation etc.)

• Create a volunteer onboarding process and recruitment process in partnership with CDO
• Work with program directors to identify, create, and and execute meaningful volunteer

opportunities

• Support development of Adopt a School program with CDO and associated program

leads

• Support program development, design, and execution of annual Women in STEM event
• Ensure fulfillment and tracking of corporate giving opportunities associated with

volunteer activity, including company matching programs

• Coordinate with CSR leads to synchronize key touchpoints to support partners

philanthropic giving goals around volunteerism and employee giving

• Train, support, and communicate with volunteers leading up to events
• Ensure timely followup and acknowledgement after the volunteer engagement

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SVEF is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,

religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status.

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• Work with CDO to create a multi year plan to support the growth of employee giving,

corporate match, and volunteer engagement as a viable revenue stream and way to

enrich program experience

• Support grant reporting related to volunteer tracking and fulfillment & support the

submission of volunteer matching grants

• Support other development administrative tasks as assigned
• Build strategic partnerships with related non organizations, businesses, consultants, and

other community partners to support volunteer engagement

• Increase organization’s visibility and your network of contacts by attending community

events

• Develop and implement cultivation and solicitation strategies including employee giving,

matching gift programs, and other corporate gifting opportunities

• Supporting BOD in fulfillment of volunteer engagement related to requirements

outlined in the board by laws

• In cooperation with CDO, carry out all responsibilities related to the solicitation of

sponsorships for events, the delivery of sponsorship benefits, and relationship

management of event sponsors

• Act as a liaison between sponsors, corporate partners and the SVEF Communications

team to ensure sponsors are integrated into promotional campaigns and promotional

commitments are fulfilled

• Liaise with Program staff to keep up-to-date on program service delivery in order to

maintain timely and compelling correspondence and sponsorship opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience working with volunteers and/or non-profit programming
• Bachelor’s degree or comparable work experience
• Strong programming skills
• Working knowledge of CRM tools such as Salesforce, Benevity, Double the Donation
• Demonstrated interest in the nonprofit sector or corporate social responsibility
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage many moving projects at once
• Ability to learn quickly on the job and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; strong community network in the Bay

Area

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SVEF is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,

religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status.

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• Ability to maintain professionalism under pressure, to problem-solve, anticipate change

and react efficiently with challenging deadlines and priorities

• Strong organizational and project management skills with multi-tasking abilities
• Works well independently, but also works collaboratively with a team in a fast paced

environment with a willingness to learn

• Evidence of a strong work ethic; proven leadership
• Demonstrated proactive and creative analytical skills
• Business, nonprofit, and sales experience preferred
• Grant-writing experience, including government grants
• Experience managing databases and working with fundraising software
• Google Suite, Excel, and Salesforce proficiency
• Demonstrate ability to manage a project from start to finish
• Ability to lift and move project supplies (up to 50 lbs) and be standing throughout the

day

• Valid driver’s license; comfortable driving cargo vans and 10-14’ trucks.

Job Competencies

• Teamwork
• Strategic thinking
• Communication
• Organization
• People Management
• Leadership

Preferred Start Date and Salary Parameters
Immediate start date. Competitive salary based on experience, excellent benefits package.
Salary range from $85-90k.

Currently working 3 days per week in the office and 2 days remote. The Manager, Corporate
Partnerships will be expected to travel within the Bay Area. A valid driver’s license and reliable
transportation is required.

Application Process
Please submit your cover letter and resume to HR@svefoundation.org.

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SVEF is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,

religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status.

Rev. 6/2022