Director, Strategic Tech Partnerships & AI Initiatives

National Geographic Society; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

National Geographic Society seeks an experienced leader to drive strategic philanthropic partnerships with technology companies and foundations. The role focuses on elevating AI-enabled exploration, science, education, and storytelling through cross‑functional collaboration across Institutional Partnerships, Technology, Programs, and Communications.

The role requires 10+ years in corporate partnerships or related fields, with a strong track record in six- and seven-figure investments, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Masters Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, secure, and steward strategic partnerships with technology companies and corporate foundations.
• Lead fundraising and partnership development for the AI Center for Explorer Excellence and manage a council of partners.
• Coordinate proposals across Institutional Partnerships, Technology, Programs, and Communications to create compelling opportunities.
• Serve as a strategic thought partner to identify trends, funding opportunities, and innovative partnership models.

Skills

Relationship management

Executive communication

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

National Geographic Society seeks an experienced leader to drive strategic philanthropic partnerships with technology companies and foundations. The role focuses on elevating AI-enabled exploration, science, education, and storytelling through cross‑functional collaboration across Institutional Partnerships, Technology, Programs, and Communications.

The role requires 10+ years in corporate partnerships or related fields, with a strong track record in six- and seven-figure investments, and a