Description
Freedom House—a non-partisan, non-profit organization dedicated to defending global democracy and human rights—is hiring a Senior Development Officer to manage and scale its corporate partnerships portfolio.
Role Overview
Objective: Expand corporate pipelines and drive revenue through traditional philanthropic support, event sponsorships, and new data licensing models tied to Freedom House research products (e.g., Freedom in the World).
Portfolio Management: Own and cultivate a pipeline of 50–75 active corporate accounts across sectors like technology governance, geopolitical risk, and ESG.
Key Tasks: Secure high-level event sponsorships for flagship convenings (including the 85th Anniversary Campaign), support data licensing sales, and manage the private-sector members of the Global Leadership Council.
UCross-Team Alignment: Partner with internal research, policy, and communications teams to create custom corporate briefings while strictly safeguarding the organization’s independent, nonpartisan brand.
Ideal Candidate
Experience: 4+ years in corporate partnerships, business development, or sponsorship sales. Experience in nonprofits, research institutions, or media organizations is preferred.
Key Skills: Proven track record of closing B2B agreements, translating data/intellectual property into commercial licensing or advisory products, and utilizing Salesforce for pipeline tracking.
Domain Knowledge: Familiarity with ESG, technology policy, geopolitical risk, or international affairs.
Compensation & Logistics
Salary Range: $120,000 – $140,000 per year.
Work Environment: Flexible, hybrid work culture featuring “no meeting Fridays.” Candidates must have U.S. work authorization.
Benefits: 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 10% employer match, comprehensive healthcare from day one, robust paid leave (17–25 days PTO, 8 weeks caregiver leave), and access to a free gym at the Washington, D.C. office.
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