Strategic Partnerships Director

Youthmix is a non-profit organisation dedicated to empowering youth through education, mentorship, coaching and community engagement. Our mission is "Empowering youth to thrive and excel in their careers". At Youthmix, we are building a community where every young person has the resources, opportunities, and support to achieve their career goals.

Role Overview :

As the Strategic Partnerships Director at Youthmix, you will drive the development and management of strategic relationships that align with our mission. You will identify, establish, and nurture partnerships with organisations, businesses, and community groups to support Youthmix’s goals and expand our impact. Your role is crucial in fostering collaborative opportunities that enhance our programmes, services, and overall reach.

What You\'ll Be Doing :

• Identify and pursue potential strategic partners, including corporations, non-profits, educational institutions, and community organisations.
• Develop and implement partnership strategies to support Youthmix’s objectives.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with partners. Serve as a point of contact and ensure effective communication and collaboration.
• Create compelling partnership proposals and presentations that clearly articulate Youthmix’s mission, goals, and benefits of collaboration.
• Oversee and manage joint projects and initiatives with partners, ensuring alignment with Youthmix’s mission and objectives. Coordinate resources and activities to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Negotiate partnership terms and agreements, ensuring clarity and mutual benefit. Manage the execution and ongoing oversight of partnership agreements.
• Track and evaluate the success of partnerships and collaborative projects. Provide regular reports and updates to the Board of Directors and executive team on partnership performance and impact.
• Contribute to the strategic planning process by identifying trends, opportunities, and potential partners that align with Youthmix’s long-term goals.
• Plan and facilitate partnership-related events and activities, such as networking events, workshops, and collaborative meetings.

What You\'ll Need :

Time Commitment :

The team holds a 1-hour virtual catch-up meeting every four weeks on a Monday, from 6-7pm. This meeting is designed for the team to connect, collaborate, and plan upcoming work. Outside of this scheduled meeting and events you are coordinating, your involvement is highly flexible, allowing you to choose how much time you dedicate to assisting the organisation. We have ongoing business-as-usual tasks that require regular support, as well as non-urgent project work that can be completed at your convenience.

Joining our team at Youthmix

Joining our team at Youthmix comes with a range of benefits designed to support your personal and professional growth. Here are just a few reasons why you\'ll love being a part of our mission :