Mgr.Program Family and Community Partnership

Program And Partnerships Manager

The Program and Partnerships Manager will support the Office of Family & Community Partnerships, to strategically lead partnership work across the district. This role will develop, retain and align partners across district initiatives to support MNPS students, staff, and families to thrive. The Program and Partnerships Manager will provide leadership, direction, and effective management for the Partnership Team and community partners.

What you will do

• Establish, coordinate, and nurture relationships with community based organizations, government entities, corporations, foundations, and higher education institutions to strategically and equitably align partners, resources, opportunities, and schools, across all Office of Family and Community Partnership initiatives.
• Lead, coach, and supervise the Partnership Team.
• Manage existing strategic partnerships by developing new ideas for collaboration, monitoring performance, and resolving conflicts.
• Collect, maintain, and track data to support the quality of programs and services provided by partners, identify opportunities to grow, and evaluate partnerships.
• Lead planning and delivery of partner engagement opportunities and professional development for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead strategic planning for the Partner Team, ensuring alignment with district goals.
• Manage relevant partner processes such as MNPS Partner Registration, and the MNPS Partner Agreement process in collaboration with MNPS Procurement.
• Support marketing, branding strategy and external facing communications regarding partnerships for the Office of Family and Community Partnerships.

Education Qualifications

• Master's Degree Preferred

Experience Qualifications

• 4-6 years Experience in related field Required

Skills and Abilities

• Interpersonal skills.
• Time Management.
• Responsibility and self-motivation.
• Communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Familiarity and prior experience working with leadership in governmental, non-profit and for-profit community entities.
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working partnerships designed to achieve common goals.
• Exceptional organization skills and familiarity with generally accepted software for use in office settings.

About Us

At Metro Nashville Public Schools, we use detailed academic, behavior and social-emotional data to ensure every student in the district is known. Our staff makes a concerted effort to tune into students' interests, passions, learning styles and needs. We focus on creating and supporting rigorous, engaging and personalized learning experiences for all students to identify and eliminate inequities - so every student has a clear and achievable path to success marked by measurable goals. Offering a range of program and opportunities, MNPS has options to fit every family's needs. Whether you are looking for advanced academics, visual and performing arts, special education services, English language support or STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) educational programs, we offer the best choices to meet individual student needs - starting at Pre-K all the way through graduation.

Our Vision Metro Nashville Public Schools will be established as the premier large school district in Tennessee and beyond by ensuring that every student is known. Our Mission We deliver a great public education to every student, every day. Our Core Values Core values drive and focus our collective commitments included in our mission and vision. These values reflect the principles that guide our internal conduct, as well as our relationships with the external community. Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all individuals. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our global community. We strive to treat all employees and applicants with respect and fairness, and we make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. The American Disabilities Act (ADA) requires MNPS to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.