Partnerships Manager

Standtogether; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting

Flexible time off

Comprehensive health and dental plans

Wellness and mental health support

Job summary

Stand Together is seeking a Strategic Partnerships Manager to manage a portfolio of partners and drive impactful collaborations. This role will involve overseeing cross-functional coordination and implementing strategies that align with the organization’s vision.

The ideal candidate will have extensive project coordination experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for advancing Stand Together's mission. The position is based in Arlington, VA, and offers competitive benefits and compensation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project coordination or partnership management experience.
• Ability to make respectful suggestions to Partnership Directors.
• Strong communication skills to connect strategies and partners.

Responsibilities

• Research potential partners to support engagement planning.
• Manage portfolio of partners to strengthen long-term capabilities.
• Coordinate tasks across internal and external teams.

Skills

Project coordination

Partnership management

Strong communication skills

Technology proficiency (MS Office, CRMs)

Entrepreneurial mindset

Tools

Airtable

Job description

Stand Together is a philanthropic community that helps America’s boldest changemakers tackle the root causes of our country’s biggest problems, from education to the economy, broken communities, and toxic division, among dozens of other pressing issues. We provide our partners with access to resources including funding, thought leadership, a network of peers, and a playbook for applying proven principles to transform lives and society.

The Strategic Partnerships Manager will oversee a portfolio of mission‑aligned partners, cultivating relationships that drive meaningful impact and advance Stand Together’s broader vision. In this role you will lead cross‑functional coordination, translate strategy into action, and guide the planning, implementation, and evaluation of partnerships to ensure strong alignment, measurable outcomes, and long‑term success.

Working closely with Partnership Directors, this role provides strategic insights, operational support, and partnership expertise to strengthen portfolio performance. By aligning talent, resources, and execution priorities, the Partnerships Manager helps advance organizational objectives and maximize the value of key partnerships.

This role will be based out of Stand Together's office in Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

• Research & Strategy: Provide research and insights on potential partners to Partnership Directors to support prioritization, engagement planning, and partnership development from initial engagement through long‑term collaboration.
• Portfolio Management: Manage a portfolio of partners and networks, shaping engagement strategies that strengthen alignment and build long‑term capability.
• Cross‑Functional Coordination: Drive and coordinate collaboration across internal and external teams to ensure effective partnership execution.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks to maintain momentum, trust, and successful outcomes throughout the partnership lifecycle.
• Stakeholder Communication: Deliver regular updates on partnership progress, key milestones, and strategic next steps.
• Process Improvement: Enhance partnership tools, processes, and best practices to improve efficiency, visibility, and accountability.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project coordination, partnership management, or related experience working across cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to respectfully make suggestions and recommendations to Partnership Directors.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect strategies, partners, and priorities across complex programs and initiatives.
• Proven experience proactively driving multiple concurrent projects to completion in a fast‑paced, continuously evolving environment, with an entrepreneurial approach.
• A growth‑oriented mindset grounded in humility, openness, and continual learning.
• Proficient knowledge of technology including MS Office suite of products and proficiency with CRMs such as Airtable.
• Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together's vision and principled approach to solving problems, and a commitment to stewarding our culture, which champions values including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits: Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.
• A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of over 1,300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges.
• Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non‑hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents.
• Competitive compensation: Our approach rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities, allowing you to share in the success you help drive.

We believe diversity fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success. That is why we’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strive to treat all employees and applicants with honesty, dignity, and respect.