Constructive Dialogue Institute · 6 hours ago
Associate Director of Program Implementation
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years expThe Constructive Dialogue Institute (CDI) is a non-partisan non-profit dedicated to equipping the next generation of Americans with the skills to communicate and collaborate across lines of difference. The Associate Director of Program Implementation will support the successful implementation of CDI’s offerings on college campuses, focusing on relationship management and project execution while tracking data and processes.
E-LearningEducationNon Profit
Hiring Manager
Sarah Kakenmaster
Responsibilities
Serve as the relationship owner for an assigned portfolio of confirmed campus package institutions
Leverage subject matter expertise to manage the implementation cycle for assigned portfolio of partners, leading each partner through a planning process that results in a clear, concrete implementation plan for embedding CDI’s suite of offerings and resources within their campus community
Provide consistent stewardship and support to each partner to ensure they are able to effectively implement CDI’s programs, identify and address challenges, and promote engagement, completion, and saturation
Develop, in collaboration with other teams, and distribute resources that support partners in deepening their work with constructive dialogue
Track per cycle and year-over-year implementation progress for partners using internal tools, such as HubSpot and Asana, ensuring data is accurate and accessible, and able to be monitored against OKRs and growth strategies
Provide timely, professional, and tailored communications to partners, in the form of emails, newsletters, and other media
Lead renewal strategy and contracting for individual portfolio of partners, contributing to an annual average of 75/85% retention for all partner accounts
As needed, lead Professional Learning Communities and other Communities of Practice for partners
At the direction of the Senior Director of Program Implementation, provide implementation support, including logistical and product support, for other partners within the Growth portfolio, such as workplaces, high schools, etc
Gather and analyze feedback, learnings, and data from partners throughout the year to provide a holistic view of assigned portfolio and recommendations for future work
Develop subject matter expertise on higher education, particularly in the pathways in which CDI works, and constructive dialogue, and stay abreast of trends and developments in the field
Support retention, renewal, and expansion efforts including contributing to the build and execution of renewal and partner retention strategies
Identify process inefficiencies and areas for optimization in partnership management, implementation procedures, and implementation resources, and contribute to the development of resources and optimizations
Coordinate implementation needs across multiple team members and departments, fostering collaboration, alignment, and shared understanding of processes, projects, and objectives
Collaborate closely with Growth team members (Partnerships, Live Programs) and Product, Education, Research, and Operations teams to ensure seamless alignment of goals and effective execution of CDI programming
Represent the voice of the partner and partner themes with other teams at CDI
Qualification
Required
5–7 years in partnership management, program implementation, or related roles across nonprofits, higher education, or EdTech; including at least 1 year working directly in or with higher education
Exceptionally strong at building authentic, durable relationships with partners and stakeholders
Able to navigate large, complex organizations while balancing multiple priorities
Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to explain complex ideas, say no with tact, and build rapport virtually
Skilled at developing and delivering presentations for diverse audiences
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and stakeholders simultaneously, with an eye to detail
Able to extract meaningful insights from data to inform decisions
Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
Preferred
Experience with CRM tools (e.g., HubSpot) and project management software (e.g., Asana)
Company
Constructive Dialogue Institute
The Constructive Dialogue Institute is a non-partisan, non-profit organization that leverages behavioral science to foster openness to diverse perspectives and equip people with the mindset and skill set to engage in constructive dialogue across differences.
11-50 employees
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Early StageLeadership Team
Caroline Mehl
Co-Founder & Executive Director
Kourtney Bradshaw-Clay
Director Of Partnerships
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