F8M seeks a collaborative relationship-oriented Senior Manager of Partnerships to help continue to build our strategic partnerships work. This role will support partner relations and fund development as we transition from being a start-up to a growth organization. The Senior Manager of Partnerships is an integral part of F8M’s growing team and organization; and will work closely with the Executive Director to implement the strategic direction for F8M’s partnership work.
The ideal team member describes themself as a self-starter who’s ready to roll-up their sleeves and work in a start-up, small organization environment. For this role, you must enjoy a mix of work with a high degree of autonomy and collaboration, and possess an entrepreneurial spirit. You also demonstrate experience building relationships with key stakeholders and mobilizing collaboration and convening practices as part of larger coalition building. You have strong and agile decision-making and may have some conflict resolution skills. You can create and track plans, processes, and systems that advance the work of Partnerships both strategically and tactically. You are aligned with F8M’s vision, mission and values; and, have deep empathy and commitment to addressing issues and challenges faced by Black and Brown and other under-invested communities, families, and young children in Memphis and Shelby County.
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Responsibilities
- Collective Action and Partner Relations (60-65%)
- Fund Development (10-15%)
- Reporting & Communications (5-10%)
- F8M Senior Leadership (5-10%)