Community Partnerships Lead, Homeownership Access

MRA Recruiting Services; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Acts Housing in Milwaukee seeks a Community Partnerships Manager to advance homeownership access by forging strategic partnerships, leading outreach, and guiding the Family Access function. You will help shape strategies, tools, and collaborations across the organization to expand family impact.

The role requires 5-7 years of relevant experience, a related bachelor’s degree, and strong communication with diverse partners. Willingness to travel locally in the Milwaukee area is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Five to seven years in community engagement, partnership development, nonprofit programs, housing, or related field.
• Experience building strategic partnerships, leading projects, and supervising staff.
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead community partnership and Family Access initiatives that increase awareness and expand access to Acts Housing’s Homebuyer Coaching and Education programs
• Build and strengthen relationships with nonprofit organizations, financial institutions, employers, government agencies, faith communities, and other community partners
• Develop outreach strategies, partnership resources, and engagement plans that generate qualified family referrals
• Collaborate with Family Access, Family Success, Marketing, Fundraising, and other teams to create a seamless experience for families
• Supervise staff, establish performance metrics, and use data to improve outreach and partnership effectiveness
• Represent Acts Housing through community presentations, networking events, coalition meetings, and outreach activities

Skills

Partnership development

Staff supervision

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Acts Housing in Milwaukee seeks a Community Partnerships Manager to advance homeownership access by forging strategic partnerships, leading outreach, and guiding the Family Access function. You will help shape strategies, tools, and collaborations across the organization to expand family impact.

The role requires 5-7 years of relevant experience, a related bachelor’s degree, and strong communication with diverse partners. Willingness to travel locally in the Milwaukee area is essential.