Associate, Partnerships

ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION 

For over a decade, STEM From Dance (SFD) has been committed to empowering girls of color with the skills, experiences, and confidence to pursue careers in STEM — all through the power of dance. Our mission is rooted in addressing the systemic underrepresentation of women of color in STEM fields. Through our innovative programs and steadfast community support, girls cultivate their creativity, fortify their confidence, and leverage technology to pioneer bold innovations.

Our vision is ambitious: to impact the lives of one million girls, guiding them towards thriving careers in STEM. Already on the path to national and global recognition, SFD is at the forefront of integrating dance with STEM education, driving the charge toward greater representation of women of color in STEM. We envision a future where the STEM landscape is diverse, equitable, and inclusive, where women of color not only participate but lead and innovate.

Built on a foundation of a bold mission, a strategic growth plan, and unwavering core values, STEM From Dance is poised to change the face of STEM. 

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Associate, Partnerships will play a vital support role on SFD’s Partnerships team. This position is ideal for a mission-aligned early-career professional who is eager to learn the mechanics of nonprofit partnerships and grow into more strategic responsibilities. This role will contribute to partnership operations through a blend of administrative support, relationship coordination, and direct partner engagement, with the opportunity to support higher-level projects and strategy execution over time.

Requirements

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Partner Engagement & Support (40%)

• Serve as the frontline coordinator for day-to-day partner communication and logistics.
• Support the onboarding of new school and community partner organizations.
• Help organize partner meetings, events, and site visits.
  
  

Administrative & Reporting Support (30%)

• Maintain up-to-date records of partnership activity using CRM tools.
• Draft materials such as partner reports, communications, and stewardship notes.
• Assist in data collection, learning management system maintenance, survey administration, and outcome reporting.
  
  

Partnership Development Support (20%)

• Help identify and research prospective partners.
• Provide strategic partnership cultivation support, including direct outreach via phone, email, webinars, and other methods as needed.
• Prepare customized communication materials (emails, one-pagers, presentations) for prospective outreach.
• Participate in calls or meetings as needed with supervision.

Special Projects (10%)

• Support pilot initiatives or regional expansion efforts.
• Assist in internal systems improvement and documentation projects.
  
  

WHO YOU ARE

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., education, communications, nonprofit management, or a related area), or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
• 2–3 years of experience in partnerships, communications, customer service, education, or client/community engagement (internships count!).
  
• Strong organizational skills and sharp attention to detail.
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  
• A proactive, eager learner who takes initiative and is excited to grow within the organization.
  
• Deep alignment with STEM From Dance’s mission and a demonstrated commitment to working with communities of color.
  
  

Preferred:

• Experience using CRM and LMS tools (e.g., Salesforce, Disco).

Benefits

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

SALARY: This position offers a salary range for this role: $45,000 - $55,000

BENEFITS: Comprehensive benefits and perks including:

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• 403(b) retirement savings account
• Professional Development Stipend
• Generous PTO and flexible scheduling
• Org-wide shutdown for 2 weeks at the end of the year
• Annual staff retreats

TRAVEL: 10% of travel may be expected to go to key partner engagement events and other company events as needed 

LOCATION: This position will be remote. In-person meetings at our New York City office may be required as needed, with no more than four a year.

STEM From Dance is committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions of people from all backgrounds, especially those who have been historically underrepresented in STEM and the arts. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and members of other marginalized groups. We believe that diverse voices make us stronger, and we are dedicated to creating an equitable, inclusive, and empowering environment where everyone can thrive.