Sponsorship Development and Operations Manager

AIA Dallas seeks a Sponsorship Development and Operations Manager to grow non-dues revenue and support core chapter operations. This role is responsible for building and managing sponsorships, strengthening allied member relationships, and overseeing day-to-day operational needs including building management and related administrative functions.

This position is responsible for developing and executing a sponsorship and allied membership growth strategy, while also providing operational support to the chapter team. The ideal candidate will balance independent initiative and strategic thinking with a collaborative, service-oriented approach to internal support.

This role combines strategic sponsorship and allied membership growth with practical operational support, requiring a person who can lead proactively, manage follow-through, and serve as a dependable partner to the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, solicit, and manage sponsorship opportunities for events, programs, and chapter initiatives.
• Recruit, onboard, and retain allied members while maintaining accurate records and member benefits tracking.
• Identify strategic chapter sponsorship opportunities, manage invoicing and renewals, and maintain accurate records to ensure commitments are fulfilled.
• Collaborate with staff facilitators to coordinate sponsor deliverables, recognition, and logistics for chapter events and programs.
• Oversee chapter operations including building maintenance, vendor coordination, insurance renewals, and related administrative tasks.
• Serve as the primary contact for building management, insurance brokers, vendors, and service providers.
• Manage finance-related tracking for sponsorship revenue, allied membership revenue, billing, and reconciliations.
• Maintain organized records and documentation for contracts, policies, and operational activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; nonprofit management, communications, or business field preferred
• 3–5 years of experience in business development, sponsorship sales, membership development, operations, or a related role.
• Strong relationship-building, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience working with vendors, facilities, insurance, or contract administration preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently and with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in CRM systems, Microsoft Office or Google Workspace, and general business systems.
• Experience in an association, nonprofit, or architecture/design-related environment is a plus.

Compensation and Work Style

• Full-time position.
• Compensation commensurate with experience.
• Occasional evening or event support is required.

Apply today - https://www.aiadallas.org/aia-dallas-job-application/