Head of Partnerships Development

Title:                Head of Partnerships Development 
Department:   Partnerships Development
Level:              Director
Reports to:     Chief Operating Officer

About the Organization
Over the last two decades, Upwardly Global has supported thousands of immigrant and refugee professionals in transitioning from poverty or exclusion to quality, thriving-wage careers through its customized coaching program and comprehensive approach to integrating skilled immigrants into the US job market. Upwardly Global is a data-driven, innovative organization with a bold vision and a fearless spirit, operating out of four major US markets and providing remote services to several parts of the country. It is unwavering in its commitment to a diverse and inclusive culture where every voice matters.

Position Overview
Are you ready to be a game changer in a growing, innovative organization? Here’s your chance! We’re seeking a dynamic Head of Partnerships Development to join our team and revolutionize the way we do business.

In this pivotal role, you’ll be a key leader responsible for creating and executing a comprehensive strategic partnership development strategy to engage delivery partners (i.e., community colleges, workforce, and refugee resettlement organizations) and employer partners. Reporting directly to the COO, you’ll develop and implement the organization’s strategic partnerships action plan, shaping the future of our rapidly growing, innovative organization.

Leading a dedicated team, you’ll be tasked with achieving ambitious monthly goals related to cultivating and securing new partners. But your impact won’t stop there—you’ll also enhance our brand and programs through building new relationships and spearheading Upwardly Global with existing and potential workforce and employer partners at industry events and roundtables to create meaningful opportunities for our candidates.

This role includes a revenue/fundraising goal and is perfect for a passionate individual with exceptional sales and relationship-building skills, leadership abilities, and a deep commitment to our mission. As the Head of Partnership Development, you’ll not only shape our strategic partnership development strategy and lead a dedicated team but also make a real difference in the lives of immigrants and refugees.

About Upwardly Global’s Partnerships Initiatives

Upwardly Global’s Partnerships team aims to extend our coaching products and services to the broader ecosystem of immigrant and refugee serving agencies – equipping the field to better address the unique workforce development and inclusion barriers faced by internationally trained professionals. We provide UpGlo e-learning, coaching support, re/upskilling, mentorship, and technical assistance to providers in the public workforce, community college, and refugee resettlement systems.

Upwardly Global’s Employer Engagement team works towards …