Manager of Partner Relations & Contracts

Discovery Cube•Santa Ana, CA

18d

About The Position

Discovery Cube is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and collaborative Manager of Partner Relations & Contracts to manage, report on, and grow educational partnerships. Reporting to the Vice President of Education, this role helps ensure Discovery Cube fulfills contractual commitments, maintains strong partner relationships, and communicates the impact of its educational programs. The position develops and produces partner reports by collecting, analyzing, and synthesizing program data into accurate, compelling professional materials. It manages multiple contracts at once, tracks deadlines and deliverables, coordinates across departments, and communicates effectively with external partners. The Manager also supports business development by researching prospective partners, assisting with proposals and renewals, and cultivating opportunities to expand educational reach and contract revenue. This is a hands-on role requiring strong writing, organizational skills, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to partner service and business growth.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in communications, English, business administration, marketing, education, nonprofit management, or a related field; equivalent professional experience may be considered.
At least 2 years of relevant professional experience in contract management, account management, partner relations, program reporting, business development, or a related field.
Exceptional professional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with experience producing detailed reports, proposals, executive summaries, or other professional documents.
Ability to interpret quantitative and qualitative data and translate findings into clear, accurate, compelling written narratives.
Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build productive relationships with partners, colleagues, and stakeholders.
Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple contracts, competing priorities, and firm deadlines.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy when working with contracts, financial information, program data, and reports.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, anticipate needs, and follow through on commitments.
Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with people at various organizational levels.

Responsibilities

Manage the day-to-day administration of educational partnership contracts with municipalities, water and waste agencies, school districts, corporations, and community organizations.
Develop and maintain contract tracking systems for scopes of work, deliverables, deadlines, program commitments, reporting requirements, and renewal dates.
Monitor contract performance and identify potential challenges, missed deliverables, and areas requiring attention.
Maintain accurate, organized contract records, including agreements, amendments, reports, correspondence, participation data, and supporting documentation.
Assist with contract renewals, amendments, and updates by compiling documentation and coordinating communications.
Provide the Vice President of Education with regular contract status updates, including accomplishments, upcoming deadlines, and items requiring attention.
Lead the development, writing, and production of quarterly, annual, and final reports for educational partners.
Collect, organize, and analyze program participation data, student assessment results, survey findings, outcomes, and other performance metrics.
Translate quantitative and qualitative data into clear narratives demonstrating educational impact, program effectiveness, and fulfillment of contractual goals.
Write executive summaries, program descriptions, impact statements, and other materials communicating the value of Discovery Cube's educational initiatives.
Develop charts, tables, and visual summaries that communicate program results and support data-driven storytelling.
Collaborate with educators and program managers to gather information, document accomplishments, and identify success stories.
Ensure reports are accurate, professionally written, visually organized, and consistent with partner expectations and Discovery Cube standards.
Assist in preparing presentations, partner updates, and other materials highlighting program achievements and outcomes.
Build and maintain positive professional relationships with existing partners through timely communication and responsiveness.
Coordinate partner meetings, prepare agendas and supporting materials, document action items, and ensure follow-up.
Communicate program accomplishments, upcoming activities, and contract milestones to partners as appropriate.
Support the Vice President of Education with preparation for partner meetings, contract discussions, and renewals.
Identify partner concerns and opportunities for improvement, escalating significant issues to the Vice President of Education.
Represent Discovery Cube at partner meetings, community events, and other activities as needed.
Support the Vice President of Education and Senior Manager of Strategic Sales in identifying and cultivating new educational partnership opportunities.
Research prospective partners, including municipalities, public agencies, school districts, corporations, foundations, and community organizations.
Assist with proposals, responses to requests for proposals (RFPs), partnership presentations, and other business development materials.
Maintain records of prospective partners, outreach activities, proposal submissions, and business development opportunities.
Participate in introductory meetings and follow-up communications with prospective partners.
Identify opportunities to expand existing partnerships through additional educational programs, new audiences, or enhanced services.
Support partner retention and renewal efforts by documenting program successes and demonstrating the value of Discovery Cube's services.