Community Partnerships Manager

Neighborhood Association for Inter-Cultural Affairs, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 67,500 - 82,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision Benefits

403(b) Retirement Savings Plans

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Employee Assistance Program support (EAP)

Job summary

A community development organization in New York seeks a Community Partnerships Manager to establish and maintain housing and employment partnerships. This role involves extensive outreach, managing databases for opportunities, and organizing community events aimed at helping clients secure stable housing and jobs. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and experience in housing navigation or community engagement. A comprehensive benefits package is offered as part of this full-time position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in housing navigation, workforce development, or community engagement.
• Extensive knowledge of NYC housing subsidies, including CityFHEPS, Section 8, and FHEPS.
• Proficiency in managing databases and using data to track placement outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a strong network of housing and employment partners.
• Plan and execute community-facing events including housing and employment fairs.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and program guidelines.

Skills

Housing navigation

Community engagement

Public speaking

Networking

Database management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services, social work, or public administration

Job description

Join a team where your professional growth directly impacts vulnerable families across New York City by providing crucial housing services and eviction prevention legal support that helps clients achieve permanent, stable housing.

At NAICA, we’re committed to being an employer of choice by attracting top talent, fostering an engaging work environment, and providing the support you need to advance your career while making a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

Title: Community Partnerships Manager

Location: Bronx, N.Y

Reports: Director of Partnerships

Pay Range: $75,000 -75,000 per year

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Status: Full time (35 hours per week)

Role Summary

The Community Partnerships Manager develops and maintains a strong network of housing and employment partners to support rapid and stable placements for clients. This role builds relationships with landlords, brokers, housing organizations, employers, and workforce programs, manages centralized housing and employment opportunity databases, and serves as the internal expert on housing subsidies and navigation. The Manager also coordinates community outreach and events such as fairs, workshops, and resource sessions to expand access to housing, employment, and support services. This position combines partnership development, housing systems knowledge, and community engagement to advance the organizations mission of promoting stability, opportunity, and self-sufficiency.

Primary Job Responsibilities/Duties

• Build, manage, and expand partnerships with landlords, brokers, property managers, housing organizations, employers, and workforce development programs to strengthen both housing and employment pipelines.
• Conduct proactive outreach to identify new housing units and employment opportunities, maintaining strong, ongoing relationships with partners across sectors.
• Develop and regularly update centralized databases for housing vacancies and employment opportunities, ensuring accurate eligibility criteria, availability, and contact information.
• Serve as subject matter expert for NYC housing subsidies and vouchers (CityFHEPS, Section 8, FHEPS, HASA, SOTA, supportive housing).
• Collaborate with internal teams to match clients to appropriate housing and employment opportunities, providing troubleshooting support for placement barriers.
• Plan, organize, and execute community-facing events including housing and employment fairs, workshops, and resource sessions, while managing a calendar of outreach and engagement activities.
• Deliver or coordinate educational workshops covering tenant rights, financial literacy, employment readiness, landlord expectations, and community resources.
• Represent the organization at community meetings, public forums, partner events, and collaborative housing/employment networks to strengthen visibility and partnerships.
• Support department-wide and agency-wide events such as community initiatives, resource drives, celebrations, and volunteer-driven programming.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of all housing and employment partnerships, opportunities, communications, and placement progress.
• Prepare monthly reports summarizing housing and employment partnerships, vacancy pipelines, placement outcomes, and community engagement activities.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, program guidelines, and documentation standards.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk, stand, kneel, crouch, and bend over.
• Ability to lift, reach, and handle objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to sit at a desk and work on a computer for prolonged periods.
• Ability to travel todifferent locationswithin New York City, as needed
• May be required to work shifts, including evenings or night tours and/or Saturdays, Sundays and holidays with holiday pay differential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, social work, public administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in housing navigation, workforce development, or community engagement.
• Extensive knowledge of NYC housing subsidies, including CityFHEPS, Section 8, and FHEPS.
• Proven ability to recruit and maintain a network of landlords, brokers, and employers.
• Experience planning and executing large community events like job fairs and workshops.
• Proficiency in managing databases and using data to track placement outcomes.
• Strong public speaking skills for representing the agency at community forums and meetings.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and ensure documentation compliance.
• Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand English for administrative purposes.
• Must pass drug screening to be appointed.
• This position may be subject to a series of investigations before and after appointment.

NAICA is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and inclusive work environment. As such, discrimination in any aspect of hiring or employment based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), or other applicable legally protected characteristics is strictly prohibited.

Applicants of all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply. NAICA will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations. NAICA also offers reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Applicants seeking an accommodation for any part of the application or interview process should contact Human Resources by sending an email to [e-mail] with the Subject “Reasonable Accommodation Request.”

Competitive Benefits Package

• Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision Benefits for full-time employees
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• Paid Time-off
• Vol Life Insurance and AD&D
• Term Life and AD&D insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program support (EAP)
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Aflac: Short-Term Disability, CA, Accident and Hospital
• Employee Discount Program

False Statements

Misrepresentation of your experience, skills, education, or other qualifications, or submission of false/fraudulent information or documentation during or after the application process may result in the rejection of your application or termination of your employment.

At-Will Employment Disclaimer

While we sincerely hope to form a long and mutually beneficial working relationship, NAICA is an at-will employer. Therefore, employment is subject to termination at any time, with or without notice or cause, at the discretion of you or the organization.