Application Guide

How to Apply for Lead Manager, Corporate Alliances, Account Manager

at Makeawishamerica

🏢 About Makeawishamerica

Make-A-Wish is the world's largest wish-granting organization, with a mission to grant the wish of every eligible child. Working here means contributing to life-changing experiences for children with critical illnesses, while being part of a compassionate and mission-driven community that values collaboration and impact.

About This Role

As a Lead Manager on the National Corporate Alliances Account Management Team, you will manage and grow key national corporate partnerships, ensuring they provide financial support, in-kind resources, employee engagement, and awareness. Your work directly fuels the mission, making you a crucial link between corporate partners and the life-changing wishes they help grant.

💡 A Day in the Life

You'll start your day by checking emails and prioritizing tasks, then have virtual meetings with corporate partners to discuss ongoing campaigns and explore new opportunities. Afternoons might involve analyzing partnership metrics, preparing reports, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure partner needs are met, all while staying connected via video calls and messaging.

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🎯 Who Makeawishamerica Is Looking For

  • Proven experience in account management, specifically managing corporate partnerships and budgets, with a track record of meeting revenue goals.
  • Skilled in creating and executing non-profit fundraising and marketing initiatives, with the ability to tailor programs to corporate partner objectives.
  • Excellent relationship-building and communication skills, capable of engaging with corporate executives and internal stakeholders.
  • Self-motivated and organized, comfortable working remotely and managing multiple priorities simultaneously.

📝 Tips for Applying to Makeawishamerica

1

Highlight specific examples of how you've grown or managed corporate partnerships, including revenue numbers or ROI metrics.

2

Showcase any experience with cause-related marketing, employee engagement, or in-kind sponsorship programs.

3

Tailor your resume and cover letter to emphasize your ability to work independently in a remote environment and your passion for the mission.

4

Research Make-A-Wish's current corporate partners and mention them in your application to demonstrate genuine interest.

5

Ensure your application clearly states your eligibility to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship, as stated in the job posting.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Express genuine passion for the mission of granting wishes and how it aligns with your personal values.', 'Detail your relevant experience in account management and non-profit partnerships, with concrete achievements.', 'Highlight your ability to build and nurture long-term relationships with corporate partners.', 'Mention your comfort and productivity in a remote work environment, with examples of self-management.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Explore Make-A-Wish's national corporate partners (e.g., Macy's, Delta, etc.) and understand their involvement.
  • → Read about the impact of wishes and the organization's strategic goals.
  • → Review Make-A-Wish's annual report to understand their funding sources and priorities.
  • → Look into the corporate alliances team's recent initiatives or news to understand current focus areas.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you approach developing a new corporate partnership from scratch?
2 Describe a time you managed a difficult stakeholder relationship and how you resolved it.
3 How do you measure the success of a corporate partnership? What metrics do you use?
4 How would you engage corporate employees in Make-A-Wish's mission beyond financial giving?
5 How do you stay organized and motivated while working remotely?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't submit a generic cover letter; it must be tailored to Make-A-Wish and this specific role.
  • Avoid focusing only on sales or business development without emphasizing the non-profit mission and relationship management.
  • Don't overlook the remote work requirement; make sure to address your ability to work independently and manage your own schedule.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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