Sr Manager, Sponsorship and Community Investment.

What Youll Be Doing (position summary):

You'll play a key role in advancing our commitment to purpose-driven impact. Youll manage the day-to-day operations of our CSR program, ensuring alignment with CIBCs Purpose and Mission. Your responsibilities will include designing and implementing our CSR program, managing partnerships, and coordinating employee engagement in community initiatives.

Youll oversee the governance and reporting of charitable activities, monitor program effectiveness, and provide strategic recommendations to enhance CIBCs role in the community. Youll deliver regular reports and updates to the CSR Committee and Community Investment team in Canada, keeping them informed on all projects undertaken and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

At CIBC India we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Details on your work arrangement (including on-site and remote work) will be discussed at the time of your interview.

How Youll Succeed (responsibilities):

• Community Partnership Development Build and maintain strong relationships with community organizations, charities, and external stakeholders to advance CIBCs social impact and brand reputation.
• Fund Governance & Compliance Manage the CSR fund governance framework, ensuring all activities adhere to regulatory and organizational standards.
• Program Design & Implementation Lead the design, implementation, and management of CSR programs, aligning initiatives with CIBCs Purpose and Mission.
• Committee Collaboration Shortlist programs for review and work closely with the CSR Committee. Support the committee in formulating and revising CSR policies, annual action plans, and project approvals.
• Budget Management Oversee program budgets and adjust cost allocations as needed, supporting the committee in approving annual CSR expenditure budgets.
• Employee Engagement Coordinate and promote employee involvement in community programs, fostering a culture of giving and volunteerism and driving engagement and pride in CIBCs purpose-driven culture.
• Tracking, Reporting & Analysis Track, analyze, and report on key community programs, including initiating post-program reports and supporting information for CIBCs CSR Report.

CROSS-FUNCTIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

• Executives and employees across all CIBC SBUs
• Charitable organizations (external)
• Vendors (internal and external)
• CSR Committee and Committee Members (Executives and employees across all CIBC SBUs)

COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• As an employee of CIBC, the incumbent must comply with all applicable CIBC and Line of Business policies, standards, guidelines and controls.

AUTHORITIES/DECISION RIGHTS:

• As a key contributor to the business unit, this job has the authority to recommend changes to business processes in order to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Experience: 10-15 years of experience(Min 5 yrs relevant experience)

Who You Are (skills/qualifications):

Must Have Skills:

• Youre an experienced community builder. You bring at least 5 years of experience in corporate giving, community partnerships, or related fields, with a proven track record of developing impactful relationships and managing risks.
• Youre strategic and collaborative. You excel at identifying opportunities for social impact, designing programs, and engaging employees and stakeholders in meaningful initiatives.
• Youre skilled in program management and reporting. You have expertise in launching and managing community programs, tracking and analyzing outcomes, and preparing detailed reports for internal and external audiences.
• Youre technically proficient. Youre comfortable using Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel and PowerPoint, and experience with Benevity products is a bonus.
• Youre a strong communicator. You can effectively engage and inspire both internal and external partners, promoting CIBCs values and mission in the community.
• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work, and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

About CIBC India:

CIBC India is a technology and operations hub in Hyderabad, where youll be part of our highly engaged and global team, and play a central role in supporting our growth. Whether youre driving innovation in digital banking or streamlining client onboarding, youll be part of a culture recognized for excellence and investment in people. At CIBC India, people and progress are at the center of what we do: youll develop skills, collaborate with industry leaders, and see your ideas realized in a culture that values progress and belonging.

We provide cutting-edge resources, ongoing learning, and a supportive environment where people come first. If youre ready to create meaningful change and build your future, CIBC India is where your ambition meets opportunity.

What CIBC India Offers:

At CIBC India, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career that goes well beyond your compensation.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including competitive fixed pay, performance-based incentive programs, a family-first benefits program, employer contributions for your retirement, attractive time off and leave offerings, wellbeing support, and Moment Makers, our social, points-based recognition program
• Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients worldwide
• We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day, a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development

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