Sponsorship Operations Associate

Job Description

NRECA is a unique national trade association providing advocacy, financial services and business support services to over 900 consumer owned electric cooperatives across the country.  NRECA employees are united by our mission, inclusive culture, collaborative workplace and commitment to service excellence.  As a “best place to work” employer, we operate with integrity, transparency and a spirit of innovation.

Are you ready to be part of a dynamic, inclusive, and mission-driven insurance and financial services team? At NRECA, we cultivate and reward a commitment to delivering service excellence to our members every day.  Our culture emphasizes a strong sense of diversity, integrity and belonging, driven by our core values of collaboration, communication, creative problem solving, and accountability. The work we do to develop and administer industry-leading employee benefit plans and services is diverse and intellectually challenging, and the results help improve the quality of life for hard working Americans all across the country.  If you are motivated by mission and values, as well as competitive pay and outstanding benefits, then this is the place for you.

Position Summary:

Manages sponsorship programs for multiple events.  Serves as key contact of several NRECA Service Members.  Facilitates the Associate Member review and approval process, onboarding, offboarding and data collection.  Coordinates Business Development’s presence at industry events.

Key Responsibilities 

• Develops and manages sponsorship packages tailored to NRECA events and sponsor needs, offering a creative and strategic role in shaping event experiences.

• Supports sponsorship sales for multiple high-profile NRECA signature conferences, contributing directly to revenue generation and member engagement.

• Manages sponsorship opportunities for webinars, including package development, sponsor coordination, and digital promotion—expanding reach and visibility.

• Collaborates with marketing and communications to promote sponsors via social media, enhancing brand exposure and recognition.

• Represents Business Development at internal and external events, providing opportunities for networking, industry engagement, and professional visibility.

• Oversees sponsorship benefit fulfillment, including invoicing, complimentary registrations, and signage coordination—ensuring sponsor satisfaction and operational excellence.

• Identifies and recommends new branding opportunities, allowing for innovation and creativity in event marketing.

Required Qualifications and Skills  

• Proven ability to manage competing deadlines and multiple projects with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Skilled in fostering collaboration with internal teams, members, and external vendors to support Business Development objectives.

• Strong time management and multitasking capabilities, with the ability to prioritize effectively and perform under pressure.

• Flexible and adaptable in fast-paced environments, maintaining productivity and accuracy amid changing policies and conditions.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage clearly and professionally with diverse audiences.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, MS Teams) and capable of operating standard office equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing sponsorships for in-person or virtual events or webinars, including digital marketing and sponsor engagement strategies.

• Experience working in a nonprofit, member-based, or cooperative organization.

Qualifications

Essential Physical Requirements:

• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal and extensive reading.

• Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

Disclaimer Statement: The preceding job description has been written to reflect management’s assignment of essential functions.It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Additional Requirement:

The preceding job description has been written to reflect management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

NRECA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [email protected] or call: 703-907-5992 - NRECA Arlington Human Resources. Please call 402-483-9275 - NRECA Lincoln Human Resources, for Lincoln, NE employment opportunities. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently released the 'Know Your Rights' poster, which updates and replaces the previous "EEO is the Law" poster and "EEO Is the Law Poster Supplement". 

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination. NRECA will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision for more information.

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For more information about life at NRECA please visit www.Electric.coop.