Business Development Manager

Options For Learning • covina, ca, us • 3m ago

Description:

About our organization

Since 1981, Options for Learning has been at the forefront of helping families break the cycle of poverty and improve their lives by providing tools to create a positive foundation for school, social, and life success. Our dedicated and passionate employees have helped our organization become one of Southern California's most innovative and progressive child development organizations, serving nearly 9,000 children throughout the San Gabriel Valley.

About this position

The business development manager plays a pivotal role in driving the growth and sustainability of our organization through the establishment and management of strategic partnerships. This position requires a dynamic individual with a passion for social impact, strong business acumen and exceptional relationship-building skills.

What you'll be doing

1. Contracts and growth opportunities:

In partnership with the contracts and grants manager, developing plans to maximize and expand current program contracts;
Exploring new services and programs aligned to the organization's mission and responsive to community needs;

2. Partnership development:

Identifying, cultivating, and securing strategic partnerships with corporations, foundations, government agencies, and other nonprofits aligned with the mission and goals of the organization;
Developing a deep understanding of potential partners' needs and priorities to create mutually beneficial partnerships.

3. Relationship management and collaboration:

Serving as the primary point of contact for existing and prospective business partners, nurturing relationships and ensuring high levels of satisfaction;
Collaborating with internal teams to leverage partnerships for maximum impact, including program development, fundraising initiatives, and community engagement efforts.
Fostering a culture of collaboration across departments, ensuring alignment and coordination in partnership activities;

4. Contract negotiation and management:

Negotiating partnership agreements and contracts, ensuring clear terms and expectations for both parties;
Monitoring and evaluating partnership performance, tracking key metrics and outcomes to assess impact and inform future strategies.

5. Communication:

Communicating regularly with internal stakeholders to provide updates on partnership activities, successes, and challenges.
Providing ongoing analysis and recommendations on business development opportunities.

What you bring to the table

Bachelor's degree in business administration, nonprofit management, communications, or a related field;
Proven experience in partnership development, business development, or related field, preferably within the education or nonprofit sector;
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders;
Excellent project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously;
Strategic thinker with a results-oriented mindset and a track record of achieving goals and driving impact;
Knowledge of child development, early childhood education, or related fields;
Commitment to the mission and values of the organization.

What we can offer you

Medical/dental/vision for part- and full-time employees (organization pays up to 90% of employee's premiums; prorated for part-time);
Organization-paid and matching retirement plan;
Professional growth opportunities, including free child development courses and college reimbursement;
Generous and flexible PTO;
Dedicated, mission-driven colleagues, and much more!

Job specifications

Reports to the vice president of strategic initiatives;
Exempt, full-time, year-round;
Eight-hour workday, four-day workweek;
Opportunity for hybrid-work schedule with approval by supervisor;
Limited evening or weekend hours may be required;
Employment, responsibilities, compensation and other factors may be affected by changes in governmental regulations, the organization's contracts, or at organization discretion.

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