Director, Strategic Partnerships (Redwood City)

About Chan Zuckerberg Initiative

The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI) was founded in 2015 by Priscilla Chan and Mark Zuckerberg. Based in Redwood City, California, CZI aims to address some of societys most complex challenges. By integrating science, education, and community-driven initiatives, the organization works toward creating a more inclusive, equitable, and healthy future for everyone. Notable projects include efforts in personalized learning, technology development for education, and scientific research. CZI combines philanthropy with technology to empower educators, scientists, and local communities.

About this Role

The Director, Strategic Partnerships at CZI will lead and manage the product partnerships team within the Education sector. This role involves developing a comprehensive strategy that aligns with CZIs educational objectives, ensuring these goals are met through effective partnerships. The role provides a chance to collaborate at the crossroads of research, education, and technological implementation, with a strong focus on integrating AI-based educational tools. This position will oversee the development of partnerships with a variety of stakeholders, including for-profit edtech companies and nonprofit organizations, ensuring a cohesive strategy across various educational projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a product partnership strategy in collaboration with educational leads.
• Build, manage, and mentor a team of strategic partner managers.
• Foster a collaborative environment to enhance team capabilities and expertise.
• Develop operations to ensure successful cross-functional collaboration.
• Serve as a leader and advisor on partnerships to pursue for organizational goals.
• Analyze and recommend strategies across CZI Education projects and priorities.
• Lead strategic analyses to drive success for product launches and initiatives.
• Engage with key prospective partners to establish collaboration opportunities.
• Support and advise partner managers on driving success for their partnerships.
• Develop progress monitoring on the partnership portfolio for reporting challenges.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in education, business, learning sciences, or related field.
• Success in building and managing a diverse product-partnerships team.
• Strong operational and executional skills with a knack for problem-solving.
• Experience in edtech strategy, partnership management, and business development.
• Deep knowledge of the K-12 education landscape and personal networks in education.
• Excellent communication skills for both small and large, diverse audiences.
• Proven track record of participation in industry forums and conferences.

Benefits

• Generous employer match on 401(k) contributions.
• Annual benefit for various personal and familial needs.
• CZI Life of Service Gifts to support charitable causes.
• Paid time off for volunteer work.
• Funding for select family-forming benefits.
• Relocation support for moving to the Bay Area.

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