Corporate Engagement Officer

Are you energized by developing authentic relationships and helping organizations create meaningful community impact? Central City Concern is looking for a Corporate Engagement Officer to cultivate and grow partnerships with local businesses and philanthropic leaders who share our commitment to ending homelessness.

This role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of corporate supporters and workplace giving donors, create customized engagement strategies, and showcase the tangible impact of every contribution.

Join a collaborative fundraising team where your ability to connect people to purpose will drive lasting change in our community.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm, Saturday and Sunday off

Location: On-site requirement Wednesday and Thursday at 121 NW Everett St. Portland, OR, 97209

Compensation: $75,000 - $97,000, annually

Final comp will be determined based on relevant experience, education, credentials/licensure, and internal equity.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in nonprofit management, business administration, public relations, philanthropic studies or a related field and 1 years of experience with relationship management (fund development, alumni relations, public relations, community organizing, sales, or relevant field) OR
• Associate's Degree and 2 years of experience with relationship management (fund development, alumni relations, public relations, community organizing, sales, or relevant field) OR
• 3 years of experience with relationship management (fund development, alumni relations, public relations, community organizing, sales, or relevant field).
• Must possess a current driver’s license, access to a vehicle, qualify as an Acceptable Driver as designated in Central City Concern’s Fleet Safety policy. Must pass an initial drivers training within 60 days of being an approved driver and continued recertification training. Must maintain vehicle insurance coverage of a minimum of $100,000/$300,000 personal auto liability coverage.
• At least 1 year experience using a donor CRM, Salesforce preferred.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to accommodate need for attendance at evening and weekend events/meetings as necessary.
• Will be required to carry an agency cell phone for work use. A cell phone will be provided by Central City Concern.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, TB Test, and background check.
• If a recovering chemically dependent individual, must be currently clean and sober.
• Physical ability to bend, stoop, kneel, squat, twist, reach, pull and lift heavy objects.
• Must adhere to the agency’s non-discrimination policies.
• Must be able to effectively interact with co-workers and clients with diverse ethnic backgrounds, religious views, political affiliation, cultural backgrounds, lifestyles and sexual orientations and treat everyone with respect and dignity.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage a portfolio of 80-150 corporate funders, with whom you will build and maintain thoughtful and authentic relationships. Develop and execute solicitation and engagement strategies that include virtual and in-person visits, calls, and written correspondence.
• Manage a portfolio of 200 mid-level donors through workplace giving programs, implementing tailored engagement strategies to deepen relationships and encourage retention, upgrades, and identification for major or legacy gifts.
• Participate in all aspects of the gift cycle including discovery, research, acquisition, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Identify new corporate funding prospects from existing donor lists and other sources.
• Create and present corporate engagement proposals, such as sponsorships and workplace giving programs, tailored to the potential funders’ interests to support CCC’s programs.
• Deliver periodic reports to funders that ensure they understand the impact of their philanthropy.
• Prepare and submit grant proposals directed to corporate foundations.
• Rigorously use Salesforce to track activity, develop reports, and measure portfolio activity and outcomes. Create monthly reports as required by management that accurately reflect portfolio activity and performance.
• Adhere to all state and federal privacy regulations, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and to CCC policies and agreements regarding confidentiality, privacy, and security. Support compliance with all privacy and security requirements pursuant to community partners’ and outside providers’ patient confidentiality agreements, including privacy and security requirements for EMR access. This includes immediate reporting of any PHI breach of CCC or outside provider health records to the CCC Legal and Quality departments, as well as to the program administrator.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Enthusiasm and confidence for soliciting meaningful gifts in face-to-face meetings with organizational representatives
• Collaborative, self-directed, and metrics driven.
• Superb written communication skills, with an emphasis on storytelling. Effective presentation skills include the ability to create slide decks and formal proposals.
• Excellent interpersonal skills. Self-awareness and discretion. Ability to engage with people of varied backgrounds with empathy, grace, compassion, and sensitivity.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Basic knowledge of the social services landscape in Oregon preferred.
• Basic knowledge of current political landscape as it pertains to affordable housing, access to healthcare, and re-entry into the job market preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 products.

Benefits at Central City Concern

We offer incredible benefits to our employees, including an extensive total rewards package, competitive compensation, medical, dental, vision, Student loan repayment options, and retirement savings matching plans!

• Generous paid time off plan beginning at 4 weeks of PTO accrual per year! Accrual amount/rate increases with longevity.
• Up to 11 recognized Holidays and 2 personal holidays (dependent on work shift schedule).
• Amazing 403(b) Retirement Savings plan with an employer match of 4.25% in your 1st year, 6% in the 2nd year, and 8% in your 3rd year!
• Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance coverage.
  Employer-Paid Life, Short-Term Disability, & Long-Term Disability Insurance!
• Sabbatical Program offering extended time off at years 7, 14, and 21.

This description is intended to provide a snapshot of the work performed and is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the position.

As an agency deeply rooted in recovery, part of our policy and commitment to a drug and alcohol-free workplace includes post-offer, pre-employment drug screens. Please note we follow Federal Guidelines regarding prohibited substances, even for those legal at the state level.

Central City Concern is a second-chance employer and complies with applicable laws regarding the consideration of criminal background for employment purposes. Government regulations, contractual requirements, or the duties of this job may require CCC to conduct a background check and take appropriate action to address prior criminal convictions.