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Position: Partnership Development Consultant

Location: Virtual (100% remote) 

Type: Part-Time Consultant (10-15 hours/week)

OVERVIEW OF NXU

​nXu (short for nexus) is a non-profit initiative that provides research-based, transformative, purpose-driven learning experiences for youth and adults through a school-based curriculum, educator training and development, and direct student programming.  Through our model, we cultivate spaces to elevate joy and center our collective stories.  We dig deep to explore the unique set of joys, strengths, and values that intersect to drive each of us in a meaningful direction.  In doing so, we learn to see our identities as powerful and essential for charting fulfilling future pathways.

OVERVIEW OF ROLE

nXu is seeking a versatile, highly motivated, and creative Partnership Development Consultant to drive its partnership development efforts.  The Partnership Development consultant will build nXu’s Nexus Curriculum partner base to include a more robust and diverse group of schools & organizations, including but not limited to district, charter, parochial, and independent schools, as well as non-traditional college and career-prep programs and organizations (especially in Colorado).  

The right person for this role will be a demonstrated self-starter who has experience identifying and building relationships with organizations, districts, and/or systems.  The right individual will have strong relationship building skills and effective systems to manage relationships with multiple stakeholders.

This is a fast-paced, part-time, and 100% virtual role. The point of contact for this person is Yutaka Tamura, Executive Director of nXu. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop a strategic approach to partnership outreach and development;
• Identify schools and organizations for potential partnerships (especially in Colorado);
• Establish strong working relationships with a complex range of institutions including, but not limited to, public & private school districts and organizations; 
• Articulate clearly and compellingly nXu’s range of offerings to prospective partners;
• On an as needed basis, negotiate agreements with partners; and
• Secure ongoing partnerships to support the success of nXu in the present and the future.

QUALIFICATIONS

The right candidate for this position must possess the following skills, traits, and experiences: 

• A belief in nXu’s mission and a passion for helping young people and professionals explore, articulate and pursue their purpose in life;
• At least 4 years of professional experience, preferably in partnership development & cultivation, recruitment, political campaigning, or a similarly aligned role in which relationship building is a key component to success, with a strong preference for experience in K-12 public school districts and charter school networks (experience in Colorado is a plus);
• Familiarity with the K-12 education space, with a strong preference for school-based experienced; 
• The ability to negotiate and execute agreements that support and protect nXu’s program;
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to connect with diverse audiences in terms of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, and more;
• Experience using Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Slides; 
• Self-directed and comfortable working with a remote team, often independently;
• A strong attention to detail;
• The ability to manage multiple priorities at one time;
• The willingness to share feedback and reflections with peers and nXu leadership directly and in a way that can support shared resolution;
• The ability to receive and implement feedback and coaching; 
• An entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to support the growth of a start-up organization; and
• Current authorization to work in the United States secured by the first day of employment.
  
  

COMPENSATION

nXu offers competitive compensation for this consulting role.

Questions? Email careers@nxueducation.org