Title: Corporate Partnerships Associate  

Reports to: Director of Partnerships 

Location: Remote with required travel to certain regattas, preference given to candidates within commutable distance to Princeton, N.J.

About USRowing:  

USRowing is a nonprofit organization recognized by the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee as the national governing body for the sport of rowing in the United States. The organization’s mission is to steward, strengthen, and grow American rowing by championing performance and igniting new passion for the sport. 

USRowing selects, trains, and manages the teams that represent the U.S. in international competition. The organization serves a diverse array of constituencies including novice learn-to-rowers, masters rowers, national team athletes, collegiate rowers, adaptive rowers, and coastal rowers. 

We are focused on growing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the sport of rowing on a national scale, increasing support for our national team programs, and providing additional value to our over 77,000 individual members and over 1,400 rowing organizations.

Job Summary: 

The Partnership Associate will work closely with the Director of Partnerships to maintain USRowing’s growing corporate partner program. The Partnership Associate will have a keen eye for brand alignment, be creative and knowledgeable of social media assets and trends. This role requires a blend of marketing strategy, partnership management, and project management. The Associate will work across multiple departments, as appropriate, to define and deliver contractual obligations. The Associate will also manage a small set of sponsors exclusively. A rowing background is preferred, but not required. Passion for sport is required.

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Manage portfolio of clients with guidance from Director, including regular client meetings, developing benchmarks for success, and measuring expectations of deliverables 

  • Manage deliverable schedule and assets for all clients  

  • Work across departments to ensure quality results  

  • Manage regatta vendors and partners  

  • Maintain billing schedule for vendors and all partners  

  • Create and execute event follow up – outlining metrics of success for all partners 

  • Attend pitch meetings 

  • Create and/or edit pitch decks, and one-sheeters for external use 

  • Create and/or edit social media assets as necessary 

  • Create event follow-up plan outlining event return on investment for partners 

  • Help manage incoming requests, including scheduling, and conduct initial meetings with potential partners

Qualifications: 

  • Demonstrate customer obsession with all deliverables. 

  • Define and execute strategies that align with organizational goals. 

  • Ability to interface with internal and external partners, and communicate in a professional manner 

  • Raise the bar for organizational skills and attention to detail. 

  • Creative problem-solving 

  • Canva skills or willingness to learn 

  • Project management experience  

  • A passion for rowing or the power of sports, in general

Salary Range: $58,656-$69,305.60

USRowing Values:  

  • Culture of Mutual Respect: Foster an inclusive environment that honors diversity, dignity, and courtesy.  

  • Professionalism: Act with expertise, efficiency, and integrity in every interaction and commitment.  

  • Safety: Prioritize safety on and off the water, taking proactive measures to prevent harm.  

  • Integrity: Uphold the highest ethical standards, with honesty and fairness in every action.  

  • Fair Competition: Ensure a level playing field, free from doping or other unfair advantages.  

  • Teamwork: Collaborate effectively, assuming positive intent and working for the greater good.  

  • Enjoyment of Sport: Promote lifelong love for rowing through positive and engaging experiences. 

How to Apply:  Apply online

Estimated Start Date: January 2, 2025

Application Deadline: December 2, 2024

USRowing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We are committed to growing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the sport of rowing and encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and life experiences to apply to join our team.