Strategic Partnerships Leader in Education

Axim Collaborative, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 260,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

401(k) plan

Job summary

Axim Collaborative, Inc. is a nonprofit partnered with Harvard and MIT, driving education to work pathways by fostering collaborations and innovations. The VP, Partnerships leads high-level partnerships to support millions of learners, balancing mission with funding sustainability in a hybrid Cambridge-based role.

The role emphasizes strategy development, stakeholder engagement, and scalable partnerships, with regular in-person work in Cambridge and travel around the region.

Qualifications

• Equity lens applied across strategies and programs.
• 15+ years of professional experience in partnerships, education, philanthropy.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership including senior level roles.
• Strong storytelling and fundraising for mission-driven audiences.
• Board- or funder-facing experience.

Responsibilities

• Source, curate and manage a portfolio of strategic partner relationships with senior leaders.
• Prioritize opportunities using theory of change and impact goals.
• Structure partnerships balancing mission impact with sustainable funding.
• Oversee projects and strategic convenings to drive outcomes.
• Prepare memos, proposals and presentations for funders and partners.
• Represent Axim Collaborative at external events and conferences.

Skills

Equity lens

Strategic partnerships

Fundraising

Storytelling

Relationship building

Communication

Theory of change

Leadership

Board/funder facing

Analytical thinking

Job description

Axim Collaborative, Inc. is a nonprofit partnered with Harvard and MIT, driving education to work pathways by fostering collaborations and innovations. The VP, Partnerships leads high-level partnerships to support millions of learners, balancing mission with funding sustainability in a hybrid Cambridge-based role.

The role emphasizes strategy development, stakeholder engagement, and scalable partnerships, with regular in-person work in Cambridge and travel around the region.