Posted on January 15, 2026
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NIVA-National Independent Venue Association

Strategic Partnerships and Membership Associate

Full-time

Remote • Remote

**Job Description **

**Job Title **

Strategic Partnerships and Membership Associate Organization National Independent Venue Association (NIVA)

**Position Summary **

The Strategic Partnerships & Membership Associate plays a critical role in advancing NIVA’s mission by supporting revenue-generating partnerships and strengthening engagement across NIVA’s affiliate and general membership programs. This role works closely with the Director of Strategic Partnerships and Engagement and cross-functional teams to identify, sell, manage, and fulfill partnerships, sponsorships, core and affiliate memberships that support independent venues nationwide. The ideal candidate is highly organized, relationship-oriented, and comfortable juggling project management, partner communications, and membership coordination. This role blends external relationship management and sales with internal operational execution to ensure partners and members receive exceptional value and support.

**Key Responsibilities **

**Strategic Partnerships & Sponsorships **

  • Evaluate and support potential partnership opportunities by assessing strategic fit, market impact, and mutual benefit through outbound and inbound sales activity.

  • Assist with membership, partnership and sponsorship negotiations, draft agreements, coordinate invoicing, and collaborate with the Director of Strategic Partnerships and finance team to ensure contracts are executed accurately and on time.

  • Serve as a primary point of contact for inbound membership and sponsorship communications; maintain strong, professional relationships with current and prospective partners.

  • Support fulfillment of partnership and sponsorship deliverables in collaboration with the Director of Strategic Partnerships, ensuring all obligations are met.

  • Manage sponsorship activations and benefits for NIVA events and initiatives, including but not limited to the annual NIVA Conference, Pollstar, SXSW, and year-round programs and advertising deliverables.

  • Help create prospecting lists for outbound outreach for sponsorships and membership. Taking on some outreach responsibilities alongside the Director of Strategic Partnerships.

  • Partner & Member Engagement Support and help expand NIVA’s Affiliate Membership Program, including outreach, onboarding, renewals, and ongoing engagement.

  • Maintain accurate affiliate and membership tracking systems, ensuring timelines, benefits, and communications are delivered consistently. Coordinate affiliate member fulfillment, including benefits, recognition, and event participation.

  • Collaborate with internal teams to align affiliate and member benefits with NIVA’s broader organizational goals and programming.

**Project Management & Internal Collaboration **

  • Provide project management support for partnership, sponsorship, and membership initiatives, working cross-functionally with marketing, design, operations, and events teams.

  • Assist in developing and maintaining internal processes and procedures to effectively execute programs and track deliverables.

  • Utilize NIVA’s tools and platforms (including HubSpot, Asana, Google Workspace, DocuSign, and GrowthZone) to manage workflows, communications, and reporting.

**Administrative & Organizational Support **

  • Prepare reports, summaries, and updates related to partnerships, sponsorships, and membership performance.

  • Support the Director of Strategic Partnerships, Executive Director, and other leadership as needed with special projects and organizational initiatives.

  • Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by NIVA leadership.

**Qualifications **

  • 2–4 years of experience in partnerships, sponsorships, membership, business development, or nonprofit/association operations.

  • Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple timelines and stakeholders.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable engaging with corporate partners, members, and internal teams.

  • Experience working with CRM and project management tools (HubSpot, Asana, GrowthZone, or similar platforms preferred).

  • Detail-oriented, proactive, and solutions-focused with a collaborative mindset.

  • Interest in live music, independent venues, arts advocacy, or nonprofit work strongly preferred.

**Work Style & Values Fit **

Collaborative and team-oriented, with a willingness to jump in where needed. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Committed to supporting independent venues and the broader live music ecosystem. Able to thrive working remotely. Reports To Director of Strategic Partnerships

**Benefits **

100% remote team Health, vision and dental insurance 15 days of PTO 5 days of sick leave 15 paid Holiday days per year Monthly technology stipend Opt in 401K retirement plan (not matched)

Please reach out to bryana@nivassoc.org with any questions.