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Vice President, Development & Strategic Partnerships at BranchED
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$116K/yr - $145K/yr
10+ years expBranchED is a professional services organization advancing educational excellence. The Vice President, Development & Strategic Partnerships will lead the organization's external presence and partnership strategy, overseeing brand, communications, and institutional partnerships to elevate visibility, engagement, and revenue.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Develop and lead a comprehensive strategy to grow individual and corporate giving, aligning philanthropic investments with brand partnership opportunities and organizational priorities
Cultivate and steward relationships with high-net-worth individuals, corporate leaders, and partners to drive major gifts, sponsorships, and long-term commitments
Design and oversee integrated campaigns that connect storytelling, marketing, and donor engagement to deepen loyalty and increase lifetime value
Partner with the CEO, Board, and Development leadership to identify, solicit, and close transformational gifts and partnerships
Build a culture of generosity and partnership across the organization—bridging marketing, programs, and development to deliver exceptional donor experiences and measurable impact
Lead the design and execution of a comprehensive marketing and communications strategy that builds awareness and trust among key audiences
Collaborate closely with the CEO and senior leadership to design and implement an executive communications plan that advances thought leadership, amplifies visibility, and aligns with organizational priorities
Oversee the creation of consistent, compelling content, such as digital, print, media, and thought leadership. Align content with the BranchED’s mission and values
Develop marketing and fundraising collateral and manage external creative partners, including graphic design vendors, to ensure high-quality, on-brand publications and materials
Manage media relations, public positioning, and messaging for campaigns, events, and announcements
Partner with program teams to translate impact data and stories into strategic communications materials
Oversee digital channels (website, social media, newsletters) to drive engagement and conversions
Develop a partnership strategy and manage strategic alliances with peer organizations to advance shared goals
Support co-branded initiatives, sponsorships, and public-private partnerships that amplify mission reach
Identify and cultivate relationships with leaders in philanthropy, education, edtech, innovation, and social impact ecosystems
Negotiate partnership agreements, deliverables, and mutual value propositions
Lead planning and execution of all program events and community outreach activities
Establish a calendar of high-impact events with clear metrics for success
Serve as a member of the leadership team, contributing to organization-wide strategic planning and decision-making
Establish and monitor KPIs for marketing, communication, events, partnerships, and development operations to ensure measurable ROI and continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
10+ years of progressive leadership experience in marketing/communications and partnerships, ideally in nonprofit or mission-driven organizations
Demonstrated success in developing and managing strategic partnerships and high-value giving portfolios, including individual philanthropy, corporate sponsorships, and cause-aligned brand collaborations that drive visibility, engagement, and sustainable revenue growth
Expertise in brand management, multi-channel marketing, and high-profile event execution
Strong writing, public speaking, and relationship-building skills
Experience managing teams and budgets across multiple functional areas
Forward-thinking mindset with comfort in innovation and data-driven decision making
Familiarity with CRM (Salesforce), donor management, and digital marketing tools
Ability to work effectively with board members, high-net-worth individuals, and cross-functional teams
Capacity to be a visible ambassador for BranchED
Deep commitment to BranchED's mission, values, and work to advance educational opportunity and excellence
Demonstrates an inclusive and human-centered approach to decision-making and strategic leadership
Bring a positive attitude, strong adaptability, curiosity, creativity, and resourcefulness
Willingness to “roll up sleeves” and contribute at all levels; open to occasional travel for retreats and events
Preferred
A personal or professional connection to the mission is preferred
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Life insurance
401(k) plan with up to 6% employer match
Paid time off begins with 18 days per year
Eight holidays
Two annual “wellness weeks” in December and July
Additional leave benefits include parental leave and bereavement support
Financial planning services
Access to lifestyle discounts
Commuter benefits
Company
Work Renewed
We are a Black owned and Women-led national talent strategy and consulting firm that transforms organizations through its leadership teams.
2-10 employees
Funding
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Principal & Founder
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