Director of Partnerships

Summary:

Director of Partnerships needed to lead collaboration initiatives at a prestigious school.

About the School:

Located in the heart of the City, the school blends modern innovation with a rich historical legacy, offering a diverse and inclusive environment that fosters academic excellence and personal growth.

The Opportunity:

As the Director of Partnerships, you will lead and expand a dynamic programme of partnership events, projects, and teaching activities across multiple institutions. This role is ideal for someone with experience in cross-organisational collaboration and a passion for education. The position offers the opportunity to shape meaningful partnerships and contribute to a vibrant academic community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate partnership events, projects, and teaching activities across multiple organisations.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with partner schools, institutions, and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and senior leadership to align partnership initiatives with the school’s strategic goals.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of partnership programmes to ensure they meet educational and organisational objectives.
• Support the development of new partnership opportunities and initiatives that enhance the school’s academic and extracurricular offerings.
• Manage and mentor a team of partnership coordinators and support staff.
• Ensure all partnership activities are delivered to the highest standards and in line with the school’s values.
• Promote the school’s profile and reputation through effective communication and engagement with partners.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience in managing cross-organisational partnerships or similar projects.
• Strong leadership and management experience, preferably in an educational setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic partnership initiatives.
• Experience in education or a related field, with a teaching background being an advantage.

Preferred

• Experience in working with a range of schools and educational institutions.
• Familiarity with partnership development in the context of school improvement and enrichment.
• Knowledge of current trends and best practices in educational collaboration.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and continued learning.
• Support for career progression and leadership development.