Chief Of Development

This is an exciting time to join the Royal Winnipeg Ballets Development team. As the organization enters a new era under the artistic leadership of internationally acclaimed Christopher Stowell the RWB is embracing a period of creative growth and transformation. With a proud legacy and a passionate community of supporters the company is focused on strengthening partnerships and building a sustainable future. The Corporate Sponsorship Officer will play a key role in advancing that vision by cultivating strategic corporate relationships that champion the RWBs mission elevate its national profile and help bring bold artistic ambitions to life.

The Corporate Sponsorship Officer leads the sponsorship and corporate partnership initiatives of the organization to enhance financial sustainability support the mission of the RWB and strengthen its position in the community and business sectors. This role focuses on cultivating strategic long-term corporate relationships developing sponsorship proposals providing leadership in the corporate components of fundraising events (including the annual Masquerade Gala) and tracking performance outcomes.
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with new and existing corporate partners and sponsors.
Develop and execute multi-year strategic plans for corporate partnerships and sponsors; identify projects and programs suitable for sponsors and develop cases for support.
Craft and present compelling sponsorship and partnership materials highlighting mutual benefits and community impact.
Ensure fulfillment of sponsorship benefits offered to corporate partners and sponsors including required reporting.
Support planning and execution of special events in Winnipeg including the annual Masquerade Ball corporate receptions cultivation events and across Canada during Company tours.
Align corporate partnerships sponsorships and special events with the artistic vision and institutional mission of the RWB.
Monitor sponsorship agreements and ensure benefits are delivered according to contract.
Track analyze and report on partnership performance financial outcomes and engagement metrics.
Stay informed on corporate trends within the sector and evaluate how these trends affect the RWBs fundraising capabilities.
Senior-level experience in fundraising donor stewardship or advancement preferably in the not-for-profit or arts sector.
Post secondary education in Business Administration Fundraising Event Management or related field of study; Minimum 5 years of experience in corporate partnerships sponsorships and event management.
Proven success in securing and managing corporate partnerships and sponsorship fulfillment.
Experience with donor database management systems (Tessitura an asset).
Experience in the non-profit sector an asset.
Clear Child Abuse Registry Check and Criminal Background Check required.

Excellent communication negotiation and relationship-building skills.
Strong project management and organizational abilities.
Detail-oriented with creative problem-solving skills.
Natural aptitude for business development and outbound corporate prospecting.
The successful candidate will help strengthen the Royal Winnipeg Ballets corporate partnerships and play an important role in sustaining the future of dance in Canada all within a creative collaborative and mission-driven environment.

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