"Partnership Development Specialist"

Full Job Description

Terms of Employment: 225 day contract

Position Criteria:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Education, Business, Marketing, Training and Development or related fields.
• At last 5 years of experience in business development, partnership management, or a related role preferably within an educational or nonprofit setting.
• Familiarity with continuum of work-based learning programs and processes.
• Experience in facilitating groups of various sizes and managing multiple projects
• Excellent analytical skills and can analyze data and market trends to identify business opportunities and make informed decisions.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with clients, demonstrate empathy and manage conflicts effectively.

Performance Criteria:

• Partnership Development: Proactively identify and pursue opportunities to build partnerships with businesses, non-profits, and community organizations. Develop strategies to engage potential partners in supporting district initiatives.
• Collaboration with Stakeholders: Work closely with district leadership, school administrators, and teachers to understand needs and align business partnerships with district priorities and goals.
• Partner with leaders both inside and outside the organization to collaborate and ensure meaningful results from our strategic initiatives.
• Develop deep domain knowledge of the Districts organizational functions and communicate those to individuals, teams, and organizations to drive value and meaningful results
• Build cross-functional relationships for the convergence of value for business partners, community organizations….list others (and K-12 Programming)
• Manage client accounts and act as the key point of contact from the company.
• Actively establish and maintain positive relationships with existing partners by providing exceptional customer service, listening to their needs, and addressing their concerns.
• Research the newest industry trends and emerging markets in conjunction with business partners, advisory boards, and the WILC Program Administrator to help grow curriculum and opportunities for students.
• Collaborate with the district communications team and Career Services Coordinator regarding job opportunities, learning events, and other supports available through the Career Services office.
• Collaborates to recruit, develop, retain and monitor business and industry partners that result in the following: curriculum input, guest speakers, guest instructors, job shadows, informational interviews, mentorships, internships, gifting of assets such as satellite space, equipment, etc.
• Collaborating with administration, teachers, staff and decision-makers to create a postsecondary-readiness and workforce/college-going culture
• Approach new and/or potential businesses to cultivate fruitful relationships.
• Needs Assessment and Requirements Gathering: Facilitate discussions with stakeholders to gather requirements, identify challenges, and understand processes.
• Event and Program Coordination: Collaborate with internal teams to design and implement partnership programs, events, and initiatives that enhance the educational experience for students and staff.
• Monitoring and Reporting: Establish performance metrics for partnerships and regularly evaluate their effectiveness. Prepare detailed reports and updates for district leadership and stakeholders.
• Community Engagement: Represent the district at community events, meetings, and networking opportunities to build awareness and foster relationships with potential partners.

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