Director, Employer Partnerships — Hybrid, High-Impact

Braven; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited vacation

Parental leave

401K match

Health insurance

Sabbatical

Job summary

Braven seeks a Director of Employer Partnerships to expand our portfolio of partner organizations across government, law, education, nonprofit, health, media, and arts. This full-time role sits on Braven's External Affairs team and reports to the Head of Employer Partnerships.

You will cultivate new relationships, manage a 20+ partner portfolio, and drive fellowship opportunities and revenue. The role requires 5-7 years in partnerships, excellent communication, and a systems-thinking approach.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience managing partnerships with a track record of achieving ambitious outcomes.
• 2+ years as an account manager or leading corporate partnerships for nonprofit organizations.
• Strong communication skills and relationship-building ability.
• Systems thinker with the ability to map networks and opportunities.
• Strategic thinking, storytelling, and organizational skills to support Braven Fellows.
• You plan 2-3 months out and coordinate timelines for stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a robust shared-value partnership strategy across multiple sectors.
• Proactively research and cultivate a high-volume pool of potential partners and maintain connections.
• Negotiate strategic agreements and renewals while engaging Braven’s leadership.
• Coordinate with Braven’s CEO, Head of Employer Partnerships, and regional directors to align vision and execution.
• Use data and trends to refine partnership strategy and cultivate opportunities.
• Manage a portfolio of 45 high-stakes partnerships and drive revenue growth.

Job description

Braven seeks a Director of Employer Partnerships to expand our portfolio of partner organizations across government, law, education, nonprofit, health, media, and arts. This full-time role sits on Braven's External Affairs team and reports to the Head of Employer Partnerships.

You will cultivate new relationships, manage a 20+ partner portfolio, and drive fellowship opportunities and revenue. The role requires 5-7 years in partnerships, excellent communication, and a systems-thinking approach.