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Position Title: Relationship Manager, Pro Bono Advisory Program (full-time, salaried, manager-level position)
Reports to: Director of Pro Bono Advisory Program
Location: Hybrid workplace with the ability to mainly work from home with occasional in-person meetings and events. HandsOn Twin Cities office is in Saint Paul, MN.


Who We Are
As a 107-year-old volunteer center, HandsOn Twin Cities (HOTC) is a leader in connecting volunteers, nonprofits, and companies to provide high impact in our community. We connect individuals and groups with meaningful opportunities to effectively serve and learn, mobilize and manage volunteers, and provide leadership development opportunities

Commitment to Diversity
HandsOn Twin Cities is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion. We are committed to creating an equitable and anti-racist environment for all employees. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion among our staff is essential to successfully executing our organizational mission. As such, we seek to recruit, support, develop, and retain talent from a diverse candidate pool that both complement and reflect the community we proudly serve.

Purpose of Position
The Pro Bono Advisory Team is a high-impact department at HandsOn Twin Cities that mobilizes private-sector talent to meet critical social-sector needs. Through accessible, community-based programming—such as the Connected for Change Day series—we match skilled subject-matter experts with high-potential nonprofits to strengthen organizational capacity and advance mission outcomes.

In addition, we partner with corporate clients ranging from local startups to global Fortune 500 companies to design, develop, and implement meaningful pro bono opportunities for employees. These partnerships support capacity-building efforts for nonprofits and small businesses locally and nationwide, while helping corporate partners align skills-based volunteerism with their broader corporate social responsibility goals.

In this role, you will:

  • Manage a portfolio of corporate clients, including:

    • Providing strategic guidance on pro bono program design and advising on best practices

    • Leading program development, execution, and continuous improvement

    • Attending and leading key engagements such as trainings, strategic meetings, and evaluations

    • Creating and collaborating on all engagement materials, including project scopes, training decks, surveys, and reports

    • Assessing the infrastructure and capacity needs of nonprofits and other social change organizations and supporting effective project scoping

    • Managing projects to ensure high-quality outcomes, clear timelines, and strong partner experiences

  • Lead and/or support the planning and execution of community-based pro bono programming and events, such as Connected for Change Days

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including corporate partners, foundation funders, volunteers, nonprofits, and small businesses

  • Contribute to the refinement and strategic direction of the Pro Bono Advisory Program through participation in strategic planning, program goal setting, and cross-functional collaboration

  • Actively engage in HandsOn Twin Cities’ diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts and integrate equity-centered practices into all aspects of your work

  • Support the planning and delivery of HandsOn Twin Cities’ signature events and corporate projects, as needed

  • Contribute to organizational storytelling by helping capture and communicate the impact of pro bono partnerships and community outcomes

We’re looking for someone who has:

·         At least 2+ years of experience in program or project management, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and see work through from concept to completion

·         Experience in client services and/or nonprofit capacity building, with an appreciation for both relationship-building and results

·         A genuine passion for pro bono work and a deep commitment to creating meaningful, community-centered social impact

·         The ability to do your best work in a flexible, fast-moving environment while maintaining a high standard of quality and follow-through

·         Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, paired with sound judgment and a collaborative mindset

·         Comfort and confidence communicating with a wide range of stakeholders, from corporate executives to small business owners to grassroots nonprofit leaders

·         A track record of leading projects and programs from strategy through implementation, adapting as needs evolve

·         Ease navigating ambiguity and change, with curiosity, resilience, and a willingness to learn

·         Access to reliable transportation

Compensation Package

  • Pay. The salary range for this position is $56,000 – $60,000 annually. In keeping with our values of equity and transparency, we determine starting salaries within this range based on experience and qualifications. To ensure fairness across our team, we do not negotiate salaries beyond the posted range.

  • Bonus. This is contingent upon the individual’s performance and the organization’s overall financial results. Bonuses are not guaranteed and are awarded at the organization’s discretion.

  • Savings/Retirement Plan. Employees are eligible to participate in the company’s SIMPLE IRA Plan, with a matching contribution equal to their salary reduction contribution, up to 3% of their annual compensation.

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. Administered by HealthPartners, Delta Dental, and Avesis.

  • Paid Time Off. We offer generous vacation, sick, and personal time off, as well as paid time off during our week-long summer and winter office closures.

  • Paid Family and Medical Leave. We cover 100% of the premium for Minnesota’s Paid Family and Medical Leave Program.

  • Professional Development. We offer professional development opportunities and take an individualized approach to support employee’s interest and growth.

Apply

Send your cover letter and resume to jobs@handsontwincities.org with the subject line “Relationship Manager, Pro Bono Advisory Program” by January 30, 2026. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Select candidates will be invited to participate in first-round interviews in early to mid-February.

HandsOn Twin Cities is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.