Manager, Partnerships – Impact

Role Overview

• Play a crucial role in managing and expanding XPRIZE’s ecosystem of partnerships and impact initiatives
• Oversee strategic planning, implementation, and assessment of partnerships across up to five prizes
• Lead the creation and refinement of tailored impact frameworks for each prize program
• Develop comprehensive data analysis strategies and survey tools to assess the effectiveness of XPRIZE programs
• Conduct rigorous quantitative and qualitative research to evaluate prize initiatives’ impact
• Proactively identify, pursue, and secure new strategic partnerships
• Maintain and manage partnership activity within Salesforce
• Assist in the development and optimization of operational systems, workflows, and reporting structures
• Work with the Advancement team to articulate XPRIZE’s impact, alumni activities, and ecosystem engagements to donors and sponsors

Requirements

• 8+ years of relevant experience in partnerships, impact measurement, or a related field
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
• Experience in building and managing partner ecosystems, particularly within fast-paced, mission-driven organizations
• Experience in participating in trade shows and conferences, including scouting, networking, and speaking engagements, is preferred
• Proficiency in analyzing data using tools like Excel, SQL, Python, R, or SAS, preferred but not required
• Experience using CRM systems, preferably Salesforce, to manage partnership pipelines, track stakeholder engagement, maintain data integrity, and support strategic reporting and operational decision-making
• Proven experience in independently securing and formalizing partnership agreements, including both financial and in-kind contributions
• Strong understanding of statistical methods and data modeling to interpret complex datasets and provide actionable insights, preferred
• Experience with visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, etc. to create clear and compelling visual representations of data for stakeholders
• Ability to identify patterns, trends, and anomalies within data and translate findings into practical business recommendations
• Strong problem-solving skills to develop and implement solutions based on data-driven evidence
• Proven track record in impact measurement, data analysis, and reporting methodologies
• Strong project management skills with the ability to multi-task and manage complex initiatives
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of engaging senior-level external partners and internal teams
• Strategic thinker and planner with a collaborative approach and a commitment to achieving measurable outcomes
• Comfort in a dynamic environment where priorities evolve rapidly
• Up to 10-12 domestic trips annually, ranging 2-3 days and up to 2 international trips per year

Tech Stack

• Python
• SQL
• Tableau

Benefits

• extensive benefits package
• generous paid time off including vacation, sick, and holidays