Director of Partner Relations

Virgin Islands Department of Education•Saint Thomas, ND

46d•$70,000

About The Position

The Director of Partner Relations provides strategic leadership and oversight for building, managing, and sustaining partnerships that advance the philanthropic, educational, and community engagement goals of the Department of Education. The Director leads efforts to secure external funding, develop long-term donor and corporate relationships, and align philanthropic initiatives with departmental priorities. The position reports directly to the Commissioner of Education and works closely with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen the Department's resource development capacity.

Requirements

Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, Communications, or a related field.
Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in philanthropy, partnership development, fundraising, or external relations - including at least one year in a supervisory or leadership capacity.

Responsibilities

Leads the design, execution, and management of a comprehensive philanthropy and partnership strategy that supports education initiatives and aligns with the Department's mission and strategic priorities.
Cultivates and maintains strong relationships with donors, foundations, corporations, community organizations, and government agencies.
Oversees all aspects of partnership agreements, including planning, implementation, reporting, compliance, and renewal.
Develops proposals, grant applications, sponsorship packages, and memoranda of understanding (MOUs) that reflect the Department's funding needs and priorities.
Manages and monitors philanthropic investments, ensuring transparency, accountability, and compliance with applicable legal and fiscal requirements.
Collaborates with program and fiscal teams to ensure that all philanthropic contributions are properly recorded, tracked, and utilized according to donor intent.
Prepares comprehensive reports, presentations, and updates for the Commissioner and other senior leaders regarding partnership impact and outcomes.
Serves as the Department's liaison to philanthropic entities, representing the agency at donor meetings, community events, and partnership forums.
Leads partner stewardship efforts by implementing recognition programs, impact storytelling, and regular communications that reinforce relationships and encourage continued giving.
Supports staff and school leaders in identifying and leveraging partnership opportunities that strengthen student success and community engagement.
Develops and maintains a database of philanthropic partners, tracking contributions, engagement activities, and partnership performance metrics.
Participates in strategic planning, committee meetings, and cross-departmental initiatives to ensure alignment of philanthropic efforts with educational priorities.
Performs related duties as assigned.