Partnership Manager - SWFL

About the role

The Better Together team is seeking a Partnership Manager to oversee the organization’s efforts to build new relationships with churches, local donors, employers and other key community partners in the organization’s Southwest Florida Region, which includes Collier and Lee counties.

Responsibilities

• Research potential churches, donors, employers and other key partners that would be a great fit for Better Together.
• Manage strategy for local lead acquisition.
• Create marketing emails to send to researched leads.
• Close meetings with potential partners.
• Conduct community presentations that result in potential leads for Better Together.
• Speak at church launches and other church-driven events that will result in additional partnerships (e.g. volunteers, donors, employers, etc.).
• Prospect events to maximize your efforts in connecting with the right partners.
• Build personal connections with those in attendance; learn more about individuals in an attempt to find ways we can collaborate and connect with new partners.
• Follow up with all leads from each event via email or phone call within 24 hours.
• Schedule calls or meetings with prospective leads.

Requirements

• A minimum of a high school diploma; associate degree preferred.
• Demonstrated strong sales skills, excellent verbal and written communication, and attention to detail.
• Self-starter who enjoys researching, prospecting and closing key partnerships in the community that will help further the mission of Better Together.

Qualifications

• Passion for the mission of Better Together and the work we do to strengthen families through compassionate community and employment.
• Alignment with Better Together’s core values, including ownership, gratitude, love for others, and a partnership-oriented approach.
• Proficiency or ability to quickly learn the following platforms:
• Salesforce
• Zapier
• WordPress
• Basecamp

Skills

• Strong research and networking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivation and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Benefits

• Medical (99% employer paid, employee only)
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time off
• Retail Savings Plan with 50/50 employer match up to 6%

Pay

$45,000 - $55,000 annually

Schedule

Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is necessary. Extended hours may be required for events, meetings, training, emergencies, or natural disasters.

Transportation

A valid driver’s license, vehicle registration, and car insurance are required. Must have a reliable personal vehicle available for daily work-related travel.

Core Values

• We Love Others: We lead with empathy, humility, and integrity. We treat every person with dignity, make people feel seen and valued, and do what’s right even when it’s hard.
• We Choose Gratitude: Gratitude fuels our joy and shapes how we show up. We focus on what’s possible, not what’s missing. We uplift others, celebrate progress, and keep perspective—even in the tough seasons.
• We Are Ideal Team Players: We are hungry, humble, and people-smart. We take initiative, lift others up, and work wisely with all kinds of people. The best teams aren’t made of perfect people—they’re made of teachable ones.
• We Do Hard Things: We don’t quit when things get hard. We press in with courage, keep a growth mindset, and do whatever it takes to get the job done. We don’t waste time on drama—we stay focused on the mission.
• We’re All In: We carry the mission in our hearts and act like owners. We take full responsibility, build capacity in ourselves and others, and do the work that matters most.