Corporate Philanthropy Jobs

Corporate philanthropy jobs include positions as managers, team leaders and coordinators who oversee the processes and personnel involved in channeling corporate dollars to the people and projects in need. Poverty, nature conservancy and educational needs are some of the causes and interests.   

• Corporate philanthropy jobs may be found in both large and small corporations. In some companies, philanthropic endeavors constitute a large part of the company's relationships with other organizations. In other companies, philanthropy is just one department among many departments. 


• At the highest level, corporate philanthropy jobs include director positions that oversee employee communications and community relationships regarding philanthropic goals. Directors are usually expected to have a background in communication, business or social sciences. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential in this role.


• Philanthropy managers generally oversee the people and processes involved in philanthropic efforts. The manager of a philanthropy department must typically possess a minimum of a bachelor's degree and the ability to make decisions that advance the goals of the department. A manager might make presentations, monitor funds and evaluate the progress of philanthropic processes.


• Coordinators also play a role in corporate philanthropy. They contact fund recipients and work out the logistics related to collecting and distributing funds. Other coordinator responsibilities may include organizing meetings, booking travel for important events and planning event itineraries. Working alongside coordinators are administrative assistants who answer phones, distribute mailings, type correspondence and make phone calls to various corporate representatives and fund recipients.