Director, Regional External Affairs
Quick answer
Per Scholas is hiring a hybrid Director, Regional External Affairs in Bronx, NY; Brooklyn, NY; Newark, NJ, paying $85,000 to lead partnership cultivation with government and community stakeholders.
- Role
- Director, Regional External Affairs
- Organization
- Per Scholas
- Location
- Bronx, NY; Brooklyn, NY; Newark, NJ
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $85,000
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
The role
Per Scholas is seeking a Director of External Affairs to manage and cultivate partnerships with philanthropic, government, and community stakeholders in the New York and New Jersey markets. The role involves coordinating partnership management, supporting executive leadership on donor strategy, and overseeing corporate engagement. It requires strong communication, project management, and relationship-building skills within the technology and advocacy sectors.
What you'll do
- Cultivate partnerships with philanthropic, government, and community partners
- Coordinate partnership management with key stakeholders
- Support Executive Director and Development teams on donor strategy
- Monitor government activities affecting the organization's business
- Build and maintain relationships with federal, state, and local government entities
- Supervise Senior Manager, Corporate Engagement
What it takes
- Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in technology, advocacy, or workforce sector
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
- Proven ability to build and convert relationships into partnerships
- Experience using Salesforce and analyzing data
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work both cross-functionally and independently
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Over 40 days of paid time off, including 22 holidays; Medical coverage through Cigna or Kaiser Permanente with HRA; Dental and vision insurance; 401(k) plan with 100% employer match up to 6%; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); Up to 6 weeks of paid parental leave; Life and AD&D Insurance; Short-term disability coverage.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The role is based in Bronx, NY; Brooklyn, NY; and Newark, NJ, with a hybrid work schedule.
What is the compensation for this position?
The target salary is $85,000, though it may vary based on location and experience.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience in the technology or advocacy sectors, strong communication skills, skills in Salesforce and data analysis, and a proven ability to build partnerships.
How do I apply for this position?
Interested candidates can contact the Talent team at [email protected] to inquire about the role.
How to apply
Apply directly on Per Scholas's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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