ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION AND THE OPPORTUNITY
EdTrust – Midwest (ETM) seeks a Manager I, Partnerships & Engagement. The Partnerships & Engagement Manager will join a staff who are committed to fulfilling our mission of closing opportunity gaps that disproportionately affect students of color and students from low-income backgrounds.
The Manager I, Partnerships & Engagement builds partnerships and engagement between EdTrust-Midwest and partner organizations in the field, with a primary focus on coordinating and supporting the Michigan Partnership for Equity & Opportunity coalition. The Manager I engages with key advocates and allies to coordinate timely and strategic campaigns and events, designs and executes programs, and helps to ensure community and partner voices are incorporated into our legislative advocacy strategy and activities. The Partnerships & Engagement Manager I collaborates with the Director of Government Affairs and the State Director of Michigan to develop and implement impactful opportunities to advance the mission of EdTrust in Michigan.
EdTrust is committed to advancing policies and practices to dismantle the racial and economic barriers embedded in the U.S. education system. Through our research and advocacy, EdTrust improves equity in education from preschool through college, engages diverse communities dedicated to equity and justice, and increases political and public will to build an education system where all students will thrive.
Available immediately, this role is based in and works from a home office in the state of Michigan and will be expected to do some in-state travel (e.g., 20%) for in-person meetings in Lansing, Detroit, and across the state. Employees who work from a home office have access to a $150 stipend for home office set-up and equipment. The Manager I, Partnerships & Engagement, reports to the Director of Government Affairs and may supervise fellows or interns if relevant and budget-permitting.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The responsibilities and objectives for the role include, but are not limited to, the following:
IDEAL SKILLS AND CHARACTERISTICS
COMPENSATION
This position falls in Level C of our salary structure, which has a range of $70,030-$87,540. Offers will be commensurate with skills, experience and internal equity, and are rarely offered at the top of this range.
EdTrust prioritizes the health and well-being of its employees and, to that end, offers a highly competitive benefits package. Medical, dental and vision insurance are covered at 100% for the employee, with significant coverage also offered for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents. We provide sick leave, vacation leave, and personal leave, and we follow the federal government for most holiday closures. To ensure staff have synchronous opportunities for rest and renewal, the office is closed for a week-long summer break and a week-long winter break. Among other offerings, we provide an Employee Assistance Program at no cost to the employee, and a generous 7% contribution opportunity on a 403(b)-retirement plan.
QUALIFIED CANDIDATES, PLEASE APPLY
EdTrust is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds.
To apply: Please provide an updated resume and cover letter explaining your interest and qualifications for the position.