Oxfam America
Brand and Engagement Strategic Partnership Lead
Oxfam America, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Company DescriptionOxfam is a global organization that fights inequality to end poverty and injustice. We offer lifesaving support in times of crisis and advocate for economic justice, gender equality, and climate action. We demand equal rights and equal treatment so that everyone can thrive, not just survive.
Oxfam America is a remote/hybrid work environment with the option of working in person from our offices in Boston, MA or Washington DC. However, employees should reside in one of the following states: ME, NH, VT, MA, RI, CT, NY, NJ, PA, DE, WV, VA, MD, NC or DC.
Job DescriptionThe Brand & Engagement Strategic Partnership Lead will play a pivotal role in researching, cultivating, and nurturing strategic partnerships that align with Oxfam America’s mission and values. This position’s primary focus will be engaging with corporate entities, influencers, and cultural brands to enhance Oxfam America’s brand visibility and increase national recognition. The position will foster positive relationships across the organization and within professional networks, collaborating with a diverse set of internal colleagues and external partners to create impactful campaigns that fight inequality and end poverty and injustice. This role will significantly impact brand positioning and help build emotional connections with a long-term pipeline of potential Oxfam supporters.
Primary Responsibilities
Develop and execute partnership strategies to drive brand and engagement growth, advancing Oxfam America's mission to fight inequality and end poverty and injustice.
Identify, cultivate, and manage relationships with key partners, stakeholders, and industry leaders, including corporate entities, influencers, and cultural brands.
Collaborate with internal teams to align partnership goals with the Brand and Engagement team, Public Engagement Division, and Oxfam America’s overall strategic objectives.
Negotiate, finalize, and maintain partnership agreements, ensuring mutual benefit and alignment with Oxfam America's values and mission.
Monitor and evaluate partnership performance, providing regular reports and insights to colleagues at Oxfam America, including senior leadership.
Develop and maintain a pipeline of potential partners, staying informed of industry trends and opportunities that align with Oxfam’s focus areas and campaigns.
Represent Oxfam America’s brand at industry events, conferences, and meetings to build and enhance relationships.
Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver on partnership commitments and objectives, ensuring all initiatives support Oxfam America’s advocacy and programmatic goals.
Work closely with the Director, Brand & Engagement to create and manage budgets for partnership initiatives, ensuring cost-effectiveness and maximizing return on investment for Oxfam America’s efforts.
Develop and implement marketing and communication plans to promote partnerships and their impact, amplifying Oxfam America’s reach and influence.
Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in all partnership activities, safeguarding Oxfam America's integrity and reputation.
Provide leadership and guidance to internal teams, fostering a collaborative environment to achieve partnership objectives.
Working with the director of brand and engagement, develop strategic plans and initiatives that align with Oxfam America's mission and values.
Foster positive relationships across the organization and within the field, collaborating with a diverse set of internal colleagues and external partners.
Create impactful campaigns that align with Oxfam America’s values, enhancing brand visibility and increasing national recognition.
Help build emotional connections with a long-term pipeline of potential Oxfam supporters.
Position Expectations
Will stay abreast of professional standards, trends, and issues affecting this set of responsibilities, demonstrating continuous learning of the field.
Will work effectively and collaboratively in support of building a team-based, problem-solving work culture treating all persons with dignity and respect and will be familiar with and committed to Oxfam America mission, values, and goals.
Will have a fundamental understanding of gender justice and diversity within key areas of responsibility and a commitment to promoting gender justice, racial equity, and diversity in our workplace and programs.
Within key areas of responsibility, will have a commitment to and be accountable for activities contributing towards a safe and accountable workplace environment, projects and relationships for staff, partners, and the communities we serve.
Willingness and ability to travel in the US and occasionally overseas (approximately 3-6 weeks a year).
Qualifications
Advanced Degree in marketing, communications, branding, community organizing, or a related field, or a combination of education and experience.
7-10 years of experience in community organizing, communications or marketing field, ideally specializing in corporate or influencer partnerships.
Proven experience in strategic partnership development, brand management, or related roles, preferably within non-profit organizations.
Strong organizational abilities and project management skills to handle multiple partnerships and initiatives simultaneously.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to negotiate and manage relationships with diverse partners.
Experience in negotiating, finalizing, and maintaining partnership agreements.
Proficiency in monitoring and evaluating partnership performance, providing actionable insights and reports.
Knowledge of industry trends and ability to identify potential partners that align with focus areas and campaigns.
Experience coordinating cross-functional teams that foster a collaborative environment where consensus can be reached.
Strong financial acumen to create and manage budgets.
Knowledge of digital trends in marketing including brand awareness building, influencers, and social media.
Understanding of legal and regulatory requirements in partnership activities to safeguard the organization's integrity and reputation.
Strategic thinking to contribute to the development of plans and initiatives that align with the organization’s mission and values.
Sensitivity to and understanding of diverse cultural contexts, ensuring inclusive and respectful engagement.
Passion for Oxfam America’s mission and values, and a commitment to making a difference in the fight against inequality and poverty.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of the field of international development and human rights.
Multi-lingual, English and Spanish preferred.
Additional Information
Coordinates With
The Public Engagement (PE) team works with staff, including directors and managers across the Digital Marketing and Supporter Engagement, Brand and Engagement, Design and Content, Senior Leadership Team, Executive Office, Alliances, Advocacy and Policy, Global Programs, and Impact Resource Development teams, as well as communications professionals from across the Oxfam International confederation.
Salary Range: $95-100K
Boston Union - Exempt - Grade G
Oxfam America is a Gender Just organization and an equal opportunity employer. We have a zero tolerance policy for any sexual harassment, exploitation, and/or abuse. We welcome all persons to apply and do not discriminate. We take measures to prevent discrimination against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
We are an E-Verify employer.
For more information, please click on the following links:E-Verify Participation Poster: English / SpanishE-Verify Right to Work Poster: English | Spanish
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Oxfam America is a remote/hybrid work environment with the option of working in person from our offices in Boston, MA or Washington DC. However, employees should reside in one of the following states: ME, NH, VT, MA, RI, CT, NY, NJ, PA, DE, WV, VA, MD, NC or DC.
Job DescriptionThe Brand & Engagement Strategic Partnership Lead will play a pivotal role in researching, cultivating, and nurturing strategic partnerships that align with Oxfam America’s mission and values. This position’s primary focus will be engaging with corporate entities, influencers, and cultural brands to enhance Oxfam America’s brand visibility and increase national recognition. The position will foster positive relationships across the organization and within professional networks, collaborating with a diverse set of internal colleagues and external partners to create impactful campaigns that fight inequality and end poverty and injustice. This role will significantly impact brand positioning and help build emotional connections with a long-term pipeline of potential Oxfam supporters.
Primary Responsibilities
Develop and execute partnership strategies to drive brand and engagement growth, advancing Oxfam America's mission to fight inequality and end poverty and injustice.
Identify, cultivate, and manage relationships with key partners, stakeholders, and industry leaders, including corporate entities, influencers, and cultural brands.
Collaborate with internal teams to align partnership goals with the Brand and Engagement team, Public Engagement Division, and Oxfam America’s overall strategic objectives.
Negotiate, finalize, and maintain partnership agreements, ensuring mutual benefit and alignment with Oxfam America's values and mission.
Monitor and evaluate partnership performance, providing regular reports and insights to colleagues at Oxfam America, including senior leadership.
Develop and maintain a pipeline of potential partners, staying informed of industry trends and opportunities that align with Oxfam’s focus areas and campaigns.
Represent Oxfam America’s brand at industry events, conferences, and meetings to build and enhance relationships.
Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver on partnership commitments and objectives, ensuring all initiatives support Oxfam America’s advocacy and programmatic goals.
Work closely with the Director, Brand & Engagement to create and manage budgets for partnership initiatives, ensuring cost-effectiveness and maximizing return on investment for Oxfam America’s efforts.
Develop and implement marketing and communication plans to promote partnerships and their impact, amplifying Oxfam America’s reach and influence.
Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in all partnership activities, safeguarding Oxfam America's integrity and reputation.
Provide leadership and guidance to internal teams, fostering a collaborative environment to achieve partnership objectives.
Working with the director of brand and engagement, develop strategic plans and initiatives that align with Oxfam America's mission and values.
Foster positive relationships across the organization and within the field, collaborating with a diverse set of internal colleagues and external partners.
Create impactful campaigns that align with Oxfam America’s values, enhancing brand visibility and increasing national recognition.
Help build emotional connections with a long-term pipeline of potential Oxfam supporters.
Position Expectations
Will stay abreast of professional standards, trends, and issues affecting this set of responsibilities, demonstrating continuous learning of the field.
Will work effectively and collaboratively in support of building a team-based, problem-solving work culture treating all persons with dignity and respect and will be familiar with and committed to Oxfam America mission, values, and goals.
Will have a fundamental understanding of gender justice and diversity within key areas of responsibility and a commitment to promoting gender justice, racial equity, and diversity in our workplace and programs.
Within key areas of responsibility, will have a commitment to and be accountable for activities contributing towards a safe and accountable workplace environment, projects and relationships for staff, partners, and the communities we serve.
Willingness and ability to travel in the US and occasionally overseas (approximately 3-6 weeks a year).
Qualifications
Advanced Degree in marketing, communications, branding, community organizing, or a related field, or a combination of education and experience.
7-10 years of experience in community organizing, communications or marketing field, ideally specializing in corporate or influencer partnerships.
Proven experience in strategic partnership development, brand management, or related roles, preferably within non-profit organizations.
Strong organizational abilities and project management skills to handle multiple partnerships and initiatives simultaneously.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to negotiate and manage relationships with diverse partners.
Experience in negotiating, finalizing, and maintaining partnership agreements.
Proficiency in monitoring and evaluating partnership performance, providing actionable insights and reports.
Knowledge of industry trends and ability to identify potential partners that align with focus areas and campaigns.
Experience coordinating cross-functional teams that foster a collaborative environment where consensus can be reached.
Strong financial acumen to create and manage budgets.
Knowledge of digital trends in marketing including brand awareness building, influencers, and social media.
Understanding of legal and regulatory requirements in partnership activities to safeguard the organization's integrity and reputation.
Strategic thinking to contribute to the development of plans and initiatives that align with the organization’s mission and values.
Sensitivity to and understanding of diverse cultural contexts, ensuring inclusive and respectful engagement.
Passion for Oxfam America’s mission and values, and a commitment to making a difference in the fight against inequality and poverty.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of the field of international development and human rights.
Multi-lingual, English and Spanish preferred.
Additional Information
Coordinates With
The Public Engagement (PE) team works with staff, including directors and managers across the Digital Marketing and Supporter Engagement, Brand and Engagement, Design and Content, Senior Leadership Team, Executive Office, Alliances, Advocacy and Policy, Global Programs, and Impact Resource Development teams, as well as communications professionals from across the Oxfam International confederation.
Salary Range: $95-100K
Boston Union - Exempt - Grade G
Oxfam America is a Gender Just organization and an equal opportunity employer. We have a zero tolerance policy for any sexual harassment, exploitation, and/or abuse. We welcome all persons to apply and do not discriminate. We take measures to prevent discrimination against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
We are an E-Verify employer.
For more information, please click on the following links:E-Verify Participation Poster: English / SpanishE-Verify Right to Work Poster: English | Spanish
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