Partnerships Manager

Axim Collaborative • Cambridge, MA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

ABOUT THE PARTNERSHIPS MANAGER ROLE The Partnerships Manager is responsible for managing a set of tasks, activities and projects that support partnerships and drive impact in service of Axim’s mission and team. Partnerships at Axim are typically led by senior team members, and the Partnerships Manager works closely with these partnership leads to ensure seamless coordination across the partnership lifecycle by providing hands-on operational coordination to ensure the partnership function operates efficiently and effectively. Initially reporting to the SVP, Strategy, Operations & Talent and working across the Education Transformation Team, the Partnerships Manager will support team efforts to source, cultivate, and manage strategic partnerships with various organizations. The Partnerships Manager will also help develop and implement convenings focusing on Axim’s strategic priorities. This role will be hybrid, working in-person in Axim’s Cambridge office at least 2 days per week and at the manager’s discretion and based on business needs that may evolve and change from time to time. Additionally, all staff are required to attend in-person programming three times a year. This role is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Requirements

• At least five years of relevant experience in complex partnerships coordination, project management or program support
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Is a self starter with the ability to identify issues and opportunities to better support partners, team and the organization, Strong relationship management skills with ability to build trust with diverse stakeholders through empathy, connection, curiosity and respect, while working both independently and collaboratively across teams
• Excellent organizational and coordination skills to manage multiple partnerships simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to be efficient and effective in meeting deadlines for projects and deliverables.
• Skilled at developing processes and best practices by soliciting input, building consensus, and incorporating diverse perspectives
• Alignment with and belief in Axim Collaborative’s mission to transform education to better the lives of learners.

Nice To Haves

• Adaptable to change and enjoys working in a collaborative start-up environment
• Demonstrated high levels of responsiveness while maintaining clear focus on project outcomes and deliverables
• Effective and proactive problem solver
• Ability to learn iteratively and independently
• Experience handling multiple tasks and competing priorities in a fast-paced, often ambiguous environment
• Experience using CRM systems and project management tools; proficiency in Google Apps for Business, Zoom, Microsoft Office Suite, and other relevant enterprise business organization and communication systems

Responsibilities

• Partnership Support and Coordination Provide day-to-day operational and logistical support for assigned partnerships, serving as primary coordination point between partners and Axim teams
• Coordinate partnership meetings including scheduling, agenda development, note-taking, capturing next steps, and facilitating follow-through on action items
• Draft partnership materials including concept ideas, meeting summaries, and analysis to advance partnership discussions
• Co-lead partnership meetings as needed, facilitating productive conversations and decision-making
• Support partnership reporting processes, consolidating information and feedback from partners and internal teams
• Conduct strategic research and landscape analysis on potential partners, issue areas, and opportunities to inform partnership decisions
• Proactively track deadlines and deliverables across assigned partnerships, proactively identifying bottlenecks and following up with internal teams and partners to ensure completion
• Collaborate with Education Transformation team to ensure partnership data is captured accurately in the CRM and other systems
• Partner Relationship Management Build strong working relationships with partner contacts, providing responsive and attentive support throughout the partnership lifecycle
• Proactively identify areas where partners could benefit from additional Axim support and coordinate appropriate resources to further their impact objectives
• Provide hands-on guidance to prospective and current partners on Axim’s processes, requirements, templates, and resources
• Serve as a bridge between partners and internal teams (Finance, Legal, Data & Impact), facilitating smooth communication and coordination
• Coordinate with specialized support team members (data, technology, operations) to address partner needs
• Support partner onboarding and ongoing engagement to ensure positive partnership experience
• Contribute to team discussions on enhancing partnership effectiveness and partner experience
• Other Projects Facilitate partner engagement at convenings, including session support
• Support Axim’s convening and CoLab efforts, as needed, by developing agendas, materials and documentation with partner leads, and capturing insights and feedback from convenings
• Engage in other projects intended to develop resources for our partners and partnership team

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package including comprehensive medical and dental insurance, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, a competitive 401(k) plan, and a generous employer match.
• Axim Collaborative is committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone is welcomed, valued, and supported.
• Axim is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people from all experiences, abilities, and perspectives to apply.
• If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Idora Sopin-Vilme at HR at Axim.org.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager