Corporate Philanthropy Officer

Company Description The Skirball Cultural Center is a place of gathering rooted in the Jewish tradition of welcoming the stranger and inspired by American democratic ideals of freedom and equality. It welcomes people of all communities and generations to engage in cultural experiences that celebrate learning, creativity, and hope. Programs and exhibitions are designed to foster meaningful human connections and encourage dialogue across diverse backgrounds. The Skirball’s mission calls upon participants and staff alike to help build a more just and compassionate society, making it a values-driven environment for cultural and nonprofit professionals.

Role Description The Corporate Philanthropy Officer is a full-time, on-site role based at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles, CA. This role focuses on cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding corporate partners to support Skirball programs, exhibitions, events, and strategic initiatives. Day-to-day responsibilities include identifying and researching prospective corporate donors, preparing proposals and sponsorship packages, managing corporate donor pipelines, and maintaining accurate records in the donor database. The Corporate Philanthropy Officer collaborates with program, marketing, and finance teams to develop compelling partnership opportunities, ensure fulfillment of corporate benefits, and track impact and outcomes. The role also involves preparing reports and presentations for leadership, representing the Skirball at meetings and events, and contributing to the overall fundraising strategy in alignment with the organization’s mission and values.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience and skills in Philanthropy and Fundraising, with a focus on securing and managing corporate support.
• Knowledge and practical experience in Annual Giving and Stewardship to cultivate long-term, mission-aligned corporate relationships.
• Familiarity with Planned Giving concepts and philanthropic best practices, and the ability to collaborate with colleagues on integrated development strategies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to craft persuasive proposals, reports, and presentations.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with corporate partners, community stakeholders, and internal teams.
• Experience using CRM or donor management systems and proficiency with standard office software tools.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and commitment to advancing equity, inclusion, and the Skirball’s mission.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (such as Nonprofit Management, Communications, Business, or related discipline) or equivalent professional experience.