Senior Partnership Manager
| Company | Bezos Academy |
|---|---|
| Location | Orlando, FL, USA, Houston, TX, USA, Dallas, TX, USA |
| Salary | $111000 – $203000 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | |
| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
Requirements
- Eight or more years of relevant work experience, including five or more years in a partnership development, client relationship management, or account management role
- Proven success at negotiating and closing agreements in either a for-profit or non-profit setting
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills
- Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, best practices, and exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to work on multiple tasks, manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently
- Valid state driver’s license, clean motor vehicle records, personal auto insurance (at least minimum coverage under applicable law), and access to a reliable vehicle
Responsibilities
- Maintain ongoing relationships with existing school host community and public partners
- Act as a liaison during site construction or capital improvements
- Navigate any escalated partner-related issues at Bezos Academy preschool locations
- Steward and ensure a healthy rapport between Bezos Academy and external partners
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with the national education landscape, or other education-sector experience
- Skilled at presenting information to management and influencing senior leaders
- Able to work independently and exercise good judgement, with an appreciation for fine details
- Demonstrated agility and persistence while working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Experience with corporate philanthropy or capital campaigns
- Experience working across lines of difference, and a strong personal commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or similar complex project management training and/or experience