TEACH, Vice President, External Relations [Remote]

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a TEACH, Vice President, External Relations based in United States.

This role offers the opportunity to lead strategic growth efforts for a mission-driven organization focused on addressing the national teacher shortage.
You will be responsible for expanding partnerships with state education agencies, strengthening external relationships, and driving sustainable revenue growth.
The position combines business development, fundraising, public relations, and strategic partnership building at a national level.
As the inaugural leader in this function, you will have the opportunity to shape external engagement strategies and influence organizational growth.
You will work in a fully remote environment alongside a collaborative team committed to creating greater access to the teaching profession.
This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced relationship builder and strategic leader passionate about education, equity, and social impact.

Accountabilities:

The Vice President, External Relations will lead external growth strategies by developing partnerships, securing funding, and increasing organizational visibility among key stakeholders. This role requires strong relationship-building skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to communicate a compelling mission to government, nonprofit, and education leaders.

• Build and execute business development strategies to expand partnerships with new state education agencies and increase organizational reach.
• Develop and manage a strong pipeline of prospective partners, including identifying opportunities, initiating relationships, and securing long-term contracts.
• Establish connections with decision-makers and present the organization’s mission, model, and impact to potential partners.
• Create systems and processes to support effective business development operations and opportunity tracking.
• Monitor legislation, state budgets, and policy developments to identify partnership and funding opportunities.
• Increase organizational visibility among education leaders, policymakers, advocates, and other influential stakeholders.
• Represent the organization at industry conferences, events, and relevant forums through speaking engagements and thought leadership activities.
• Develop strategies to strengthen brand reputation and external positioning among key audiences.
• Partner with internal leadership teams to maintain and renew existing contracts and funding relationships.
• Lead strategies to secure continued financial support through government funding, philanthropic partnerships, and other revenue sources.
• Develop and manage foundation fundraising efforts, including grant proposals, reporting, and relationship cultivation.
• Support the creation of compelling written materials, presentations, and external communications that advance organizational goals.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is an accomplished external relations leader with experience driving business development, fundraising, and strategic partnerships within education, nonprofit, government, or related sectors. They should be an influential communicator who can build trust with diverse stakeholders and translate mission-driven goals into measurable growth.

• Proven experience developing new business opportunities with government agencies, public institutions, or similar organizations, resulting in multi-year contracts or partnerships.
• Strong track record of building and managing relationships with government leaders, nonprofits, community organizations, policymakers, funders, and other external stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to inspire action and clearly articulate mission, strategy, and impact.
• Demonstrated success in strategic fundraising, including securing support from foundations and institutional funders.
• Strong writing and editing abilities, particularly for grant proposals, reports, strategic documents, and persuasive communications.
• Experience managing external partnerships and representing organizations with credibility and professionalism.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to identify opportunities, solve complex challenges, and build scalable systems.
• Understanding of government contracting processes, state budget cycles, or legislative funding mechanisms preferred.
• Experience working with lobbyists, policy advocates, or government relations initiatives is preferred.
• Commitment to advancing equitable access to career opportunities and supporting diverse communities.
• Culturally competent leader with the ability to engage thoughtfully across different backgrounds, identities, and perspectives.
• Ability to operate independently, manage priorities, and succeed in a fully remote environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary range of $150,000 – $170,000 per year.
• Fully remote work environment with flexibility and autonomy.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• Retirement benefits.
• Monthly home office stipend.
• Annual professional development fund.
• Opportunity to lead a critical growth function within a mission-driven organization.
• Collaborative culture centered on impact, learning, growth, and employee support.

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