Description
Community Partnerships & Engagement Manager
Build relationships that expand support for children and families facing childhood cancer.
Circle of Care is seeking an energetic, relationship-driven professional who enjoys connecting people with purpose. This role focuses on developing community partnerships, growing peer-to-peer fundraising, expanding volunteer engagement, and increasing Circle of Care's visibility throughout our service area.
If you're someone who thrives on meeting people, creating opportunities, speaking on behalf of a mission you believe in, and building lasting community relationships, we look forward to meeting you.
Position Snapshot
Position: Community Partnerships & Engagement Manager
Reports To: Co-Executive Director of Development
Status: Full-time, Exempt
Location: Wilton, Connecticut (office-based with extensive community outreach)
Schedule: Monday–Friday with a flexible schedule that includes evenings and weekends as needed
Salary: Up to $75,000, commensurate with experience
Start Date: Open until filled
About Circle of Care
Founded in 2003, Circle of Care provides practical, emotional, and financial support to families facing childhood cancer throughout Connecticut and neighboring regions. Working alongside pediatric oncology teams at regional children's hospitals, our programs help families navigate the many challenges that exist beyond medical treatment.
Each year, Circle of Care serves more than 275 families through emergency financial assistance, educational programs, peer support, family resources, room makeovers, and other services designed to ease the childhood cancer journey. Since our founding, we have provided more than $6 million in direct assistance to over 4,100 families.
Learn more about our work at www.thecircleofcare.org
Why This Role Matters
This position serves as one of Circle of Care's primary ambassadors in the community.
Success is measured by building meaningful relationships that lead to new partnerships, increased visibility, volunteer engagement, sponsorship opportunities, and expanded fundraising.
You'll cultivate relationships with businesses, civic organizations, schools, faith communities, and community leaders while managing Circle of Care's growing peer-to-peer and third-party fundraising portfolio with significant opportunity for future growth.
Key Responsibilities
Community Partnerships & Business Development
Represent Circle of Care throughout the community by building relationships with businesses, civic organizations, schools, colleges, faith communities, and other community partners.
Develop new partnership opportunities that increase visibility, volunteer engagement, sponsorships, and fundraising.
Identify qualified prospects and cultivate meaningful relationships.
Document partnership opportunities in the CRM and collaborate with the Development Manager on relationship transitions.
Peer-to-Peer & Third-Party Fundraising
Lead and grow Circle of Care's peer-to-peer and third-party fundraising programs.
Recruit, support, engage and manage fundraising participants, committees, volunteers, and community partners.
Collaborate with the Development Operations Specialist on platform setup and participant onboarding.
Identify opportunities to expand participation and fundraising revenue.
Community Engagement & Public Speaking
Serve as a public representative and spokesperson at community events.
Deliver engaging presentations about Circle of Care's mission and impact.
Develop presentations and remarks with the Executive Director and Marketing team.
Strategic Collaboration
Collaborate on annual fundraising and engagement goals.
Contribute to annual budgeting.
Work closely with Development, Marketing, Programs, Executive Leadership, volunteers, and partners.
Maintain accurate CRM records.
What Success Looks Like
Increase Circle of Care's visibility throughout the communities we serve.
Build a healthy pipeline of new partnership opportunities.
Grow participation in peer-to-peer and third-party fundraising.
Strengthen volunteer recruitment and community engagement.
Help expand fundraising revenue through meaningful partnerships.
Benefits
Employer-subsidized medical insurance
Employee-paid dental and vision coverage
Generous paid time off
403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution eligibility after one year
Professional development funding
How to Apply
Please email jobs@thecircleofcare.org with "Community Partnerships & Engagement Manager" in the subject line.
Submit one PDF containing:
Cover letter
Resume
Optional: up to three links showcasing relevant work.
Questions may be directed to Lisa Robb, Search Consultant, jobs@thecircleofcare.org.
Join Our Team
At Circle of Care, relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We recognize that the strongest candidates don't always meet every qualification listed. If you're excited about this opportunity and believe your experience would help advance our mission, we encourage you to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Circle of Care is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We do not discriminate based on age, disability, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We celebrate diverse perspectives and are committed to creating an environment where every employee, volunteer, and community partner feels valued and respected.
Requirements
Qualifications
Required
Five or more years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, business development, community engagement, partnership development, or related fields.
Demonstrated success building relationships that resulted in measurable fundraising, sponsorship, or community engagement outcomes.
Excellent presentation, networking, and public speaking skills.
Strong organizational and project management abilities.
Experience using CRM systems and donor databases.
Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Valid driver's license and ability to perform light physical work.
Preferred
Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
Experience supervising staff, consultants, or volunteers.
Experience with Bloomerang, GiveSmart, Run Sign up and other 3rd party platforms.
Experience collaborating across fundraising, marketing, finance, and program teams.
Experience managing peer-to-peer fundraising or community campaigns.
