Sonoco in Action Specialist

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the coordination of corporate giving programs, including grants, sponsorships, and employee volunteer initiatives.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with nonprofit organizations, community partners, and philanthropic foundations.
• Monitor and report on program outcomes, community impact, and stakeholder feedback.
• Ensure all philanthropic activities adhere to legal, financial, and governance standards for public companies.
• Contribute to ESG disclosures, proxy statements, and annual sustainability reports.
• Maintain accurate documentation of donations, approvals, and impact evaluations.
• Partner with internal teams (HR, Communications, Legal, Finance) to align giving strategies with business objectives.
• Inspire employee participation through volunteer programs, giving campaigns, and community events.
• Represent Sonoco at community meetings, nonprofit events, and industry forums.
• Create compelling content to highlight philanthropic initiatives across internal and external channels.
• Support storytelling efforts through case studies, social media, and press releases.
• Collaborate with Corporate Communications to ensure consistent and impactful messaging.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Affairs, Nonprofit Management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in corporate philanthropy, CSR, or nonprofit program coordination.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Familiarity with ESG frameworks, public company reporting, and grant management systems is a plus.

Nice to Have

• A genuine passion for social impact and community engagement.
• Experience working in or alongside nonprofit organizations.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders with professionalism and discretion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, English, or a related field.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Strong understanding of marketing principles and best practices.
• Ability to write in various styles and tones for different audiences and platforms.
• Basic knowledge of SEO and digital marketing techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with content management systems (CMS).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Previous experience in copywriting or content creation is a plus, but not required.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.