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About Empowered Community
Empowered Community is a nonprofit organization that identifies and addresses unmet needs by evolving programs to fill gaps that would otherwise be ignored. We meet with students, young adults, families, employees, small businesses, and government agencies to learn what programs and services are needed. Then, we analyze job market trends to determine where people are being left behind and resolve that through education, economic empowerment and health & fitness programs.
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We're looking for talented and like-minded volunteers who are eager to learn and help others. You'll work with experienced leaders and business professionals on a cohesive team. We eliminated bureaucracy so you can make a direct impact and feel great about your contributions.
Join us in creating a legacy of empowerment. Apply now!
Position Summary
The Partnership Manager expands our reach and impact through strategic collaborations. As a key member of our development team, you will be responsible for identifying, cultivating, and managing meaningful partnerships with organizations that share our mission of empowering individuals and communities through education, economic development, and health and fitness initiatives. Your expertise in relationship-building and partnership management will be instrumental in fostering sustainable growth and amplifying our positive impact both domestically and internationally.
Position Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive research and analysis to identify potential partnership opportunities with nonprofits, government agencies, businesses, and community organizations
- Engage in proactive outreach to establish initial connections and build relationships with potential partners
- Develop and present compelling partnership proposals that align with our strategic goals and objectives
- Negotiate and manage partnership agreements, ensuring mutually beneficial outcomes for all parties involved
- Facilitate ongoing communication and collaboration with partners to ensure successful implementation of joint initiatives
- Oversee and manage partnership events, programs, and activities
- Track and evaluate the effectiveness of partnership initiatives, measuring impact and identifying areas for improvement
- Liaise with internal teams, including program staff, marketing, and communications, to ensure seamless integration of partnership activities
- Collaborate with the Development Director and senior leadership to ensure alignment of partnership-building efforts with the organization's strategic direction
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, public administration, international relations, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in partnership development and relationship management, preferably in a nonprofit setting
- Proven track record of success in establishing and managing strategic partnerships
- Strong relationship-building skills and ability to connect with individuals and organizations at all levels
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience in project management and cross-functional collaboration
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Proficiency in Google Drive tools (similar to Microsoft Office Suite) and other relevant software tools
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
- Passion for our nonprofit's mission and values
- Proven experience in conducting comprehensive research and analysis to identify potential partnership opportunities
- Experience in developing and presenting compelling partnership proposals that align with organizational goals and objectives
- Experience in negotiating and managing partnership agreements, ensuring mutually beneficial outcomes
- Experience in facilitating ongoing communication and collaboration with partners to ensure successful implementation of joint initiatives
- Experience in overseeing and managing partnership events, programs, and activities
- Experience in tracking and evaluating the effectiveness of partnership initiatives, measuring impact and identifying areas for improvement
- Experience in collaborating with senior leadership to ensure alignment of partnership-building efforts with the organization's strategic direction
Important Notes
Reports to the Development Director
Must be:
- able to volunteer at least 8 hours per week
- passionate about our mission, values, and empowering others
- using a reliable computer and internet connection
IMPORTANT: It's vital that the nonprofit has access to all tools, resources, artifacts, etc. used in this position and stored in the nonprofit's cloud. Therefore, agreed upon web-based tools in the nonprofit's name (open source, free, commercial, etc.) must be used to ensure reuse and sustainability.