Director of Partnerships

About the role

DREAM seeks a relationship‑driven, strategic Director of Partnerships to lead the development and stewardship of partnerships that support DREAM’s growth, programming, and long‑term sustainability. The role will cultivate relationships with affordable‑housing networks, schools, community organizations, and broader resource partners to expand opportunities for youth.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement an organization‑wide partnership strategy aligned with DREAM’s mission and growth goals.
• Create regional growth maps, conduct outreach to prospective partners, and set annual partnership targets.
• Build and steward relationships with housing authorities, affordable‑housing organizations, property managers, schools, and community‑based groups.
• Oversee creation, execution, and renewal of contracts, memoranda of understanding, and site agreements.
• Maintain centralized systems for tracking partnership contacts, commitments, deadlines, and next steps.
• Develop partnerships that expand resources such as summer meals, literacy programs, pools, parks, camps, transportation, and enrichment providers.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Two or more years of experience in partnerships, affordable housing, community development, external relations, business development, or nonprofit leadership.
• Demonstrated success developing and sustaining external partnerships.
• Experience managing contracts, memoranda of understanding, or partnership agreements.
• Strong relationship‑building, communication, presentation, project‑management, and organizational skills.

What we offer

• Salary range of $50,000–$70,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
• A comprehensive benefits package.