Corporate Partnerships & Events Coordinator

The Corporate Partnerships & Events Coordinator provides vital administrative and project coordination support within the Strategic Partnerships & Special Events team at Atlanta Ronald McDonald House Charities (ARMHC). This role helps drive the success of corporate development initiatives, Signature Special Events, and community engagement activities—including partnership efforts with the Greater Atlanta McDonald’s Owner/Operator Association.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and passionate about ARMHC’s mission to keep families close. Strong communication, project management skills, attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple priorities are essential in this fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The Corporate & Events Coordinator reports to the Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships.

Qualifications:

1. Education & Experience:
   • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit fundraising, marketing, event planning, or communications preferred.
   • Minimum 2 years of experience in development, event coordination, or donor relations.
2. Skills & Competencies:
   • Strong organizational and project management skills, with a high attention to detail.
   • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
   • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with donor databases (Raiser’s Edge preferred).
   • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
   • Team-oriented with a positive, can-do attitude and a passion for mission-driven work.
   • Must pass a federal background check for event permitting requirements.

Essential Functions:

Special Events & Community Engagement

• Support the planning and execution of ARMHC’s Signature Events (e.g., Handbag Hullabaloo, Red Jacket Golf Classic, Gala, Bones, BMW, Wine & Fries) and community fundraisers.
• Assist with venue logistics, vendor communications, registration, guest lists, and event check-in processes.
• Track sponsorship commitments, invoicing, and ensure fulfillment of sponsor benefits.
• Coordinate volunteer involvement in collaboration with the Volunteer Services team.

Corporate Development & Donor Stewardship

• Assist with cultivation and stewardship of corporate donors—identifying new prospects and supporting relationships with current and lapsed partners.
• Prepare thank-you letters, donor reports, impact updates, and other stewardship materials.
• Monitor sponsorship deliverables to ensure companies receive recognition, benefits, and engagement opportunities.
• Maintain accurate corporate donor records in Raiser’s Edge and support reporting and database management.
• Assist with the McDonald’s Round-Up initiative by tracking performance, coordinating recognition materials, and facilitating communication with Owner/Operators.

Community Fundraising & Engagement

• Serve as a liaison for third-party fundraising efforts, offering guidance and support to individuals and organizations hosting events for ARMHC.
• Assist with Young Professionals Group planning, communications, and event logistics.
• Support peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns with toolkits, messaging, and engagement strategies.

Administrative & Cross-Departmental Support

• Maintain tracking systems for events, sponsorships, and donor engagement activities.
• Prepare reports, meeting agendas, presentations, and outreach materials as needed.
• Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications team to ensure brand and messaging consistency.
• Support other fundraising initiatives and special projects as assigned.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Office-based role within ARMHC’s Administrative Offices.
• Occasional evening and weekend work required for donor events and deadlines.
• Requires prolonged periods of sitting, computer work, and phone communication.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds,
• Must be able to travel up to 100 miles on occasion for events and partner engagement.

Disclaimer:

This job description is not intended to be exhaustive. The responsibilities and duties may evolve based on organizational needs, and management reserves the right to modify the role as necessary.