Director of Program Partnerships

ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION

For over a decade, STEM From Dance (SFD) has been committed to empowering girls of color with the skills, experiences, and confidence to pursue careers in STEM — all through the power of dance. Our mission is rooted in addressing the systemic underrepresentation of women of color in STEM fields. Through our innovative programs and steadfast community support, girls cultivate their creativity, fortify their confidence, and leverage technology to pioneer bold innovations.

Our vision is ambitious: to impact the lives of one million girls, guiding them toward thriving careers in STEM. Already on the path to national and global recognition, SFD is at the forefront of integrating dance with STEM education, driving the charge toward greater representation of women of color in STEM. We envision a future where the STEM landscape is diverse, equitable, and inclusive, where women of color not only participate but lead and innovate.

Built on a foundation of a bold mission, a strategic growth plan, and unwavering core values, STEM From Dance is poised to change the face of STEM.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Director of Program Partnerships is a key leadership role responsible for developing, managing, and executing SFD’s partnership strategies to support programmatic goals. This position involves overseeing the full life cycle of establishing, managing, and leveraging relationships with external partners, ranging from schools to government agencies. Reporting to the Chief Program and Growth Officer, the Director will also oversee the Managers of Regional Partnerships, ensuring that partnerships are aligned with SFD’s mission and growth strategy.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Key responsibilities will include:

Program Partner Strategy and Execution (30%)

• You will develop and implement a comprehensive partnership plan aligned with the strategic goals of STEM From Dance.
• You will identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward program partners, including schools, universities, foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
• You will oversee all aspects of partner account management, ensuring alignment with goals and deliverables.
• You will work with the Chief Program and Growth Officer to create partnership agreements and define partner expectations.

Relationship Building and Stewardship (30%)

• You will build and maintain relationships with existing and prospective program partners.
• You will develop and execute stewardship plans to maintain long-term partner engagement and ensure key deliverables are consistently met.
• You will regularly review program partnerships for strategic value, compliance, and alignment with SFD’s mission and objectives.

Team Leadership and Collaboration (10%)

• You will lead, mentor, and manage the Program Partnerships team to achieve program goals.
• You will work closely with program staff to gather data, stories, and impact metrics and integrate them into partner engagement strategies.
• You will collaborate with the Chief Program and Growth Officer to develop efficient systems for accurate partner reporting and documentation.

Representation and Advocacy (30%)

• You will represent STEM From Dance at meetings, conferences, and events, strengthening relationships with institutional partners and donors.
• You will advocate for the mission and programs of SFD to increase visibility and drive partner engagement.

Requirements

WHO YOU ARE

To fulfill these responsibilities, you are the following:

• You are deeply aligned with STEM From Dance's mission and values, demonstrating a genuine passion for empowering girls of color in STEM.
• You have excellent writing and interpersonal skills, with a strong ability in storytelling.
• You have a proven track record of successfully securing significant partnerships with educational institutions, foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
• You have experience in account management and partnership stewardship.
• You have a growth mindset, delivering measurable outcomes through creativity and data-driven decision-making.
• You embody STEM From Dance’s work philosophy.
• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, communications, business, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.

Benefits

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

SALARY: This position offers a competitive salary range for this role: $90,000 - 115,000

BENEFITS: STEM From Dance office is a competitive total compensation package inclusive of benefits such as health insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, generous paid time off, flexible schedules, and extensive learning opportunities. More details can be provided upon request.

TRAVEL: 50% travel is expected, including to New York City and other key events. This role will need to attend conferences and key programming events alongside a facilitator.

LOCATION: This position can be remote, with a preference for candidates located on the East Coast, particularly in the New York City area. Monthly in-person meetings at our New York City office are expected.