Head of Partnerships

The Head of Partnerships builds and manages a team of volunteers focused on creating partnerships with other organizations for TEDxYYC’s events. 

Primary focus is on financial partnerships, but will also include in-kind and experiential. Other duties include:
- Help develop partnership strategy and execute on it with the team.
- Update and revise marketing materials and partnership package as needed.
- Manage online Partnership database currently in Asana. Ensure information is stored and transitioned each year.
- Organize team meetings
- Attend leadership meetings
- Ensure alignment with other aspects of the event (Communications, Alumni, Curation, Guest Services, etc.)
- Train and onboard new volunteers for the Partnership Team
- Research and qualify potential leads for yourself and the team
- Build and manage relationships with current and past partners
- Negotiate with organizations to finalize Partnership agreements

Time Commitment: 10-15 hours/month

Qualifications: 

- Previous large event experience is an asset
- Previous sponsorship/fundraising and relationship building is an asset 
- Demonstrated ability in leading a team is an asset
- Excited about ideas worth spreading and the mission of TED

TEDxYYC is an equal opportunity organization and all walks of life are welcome to be a part of our committee and our events.

Further details about TEDxYYC and this role can be found at www.tedxyyc.ca/join/