Manager, Step Further Education Market Development

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Florida.

📋 Description

• Drive the growth, adoption, and sustained success of the Education Freedom Tax Credit initiative.

• Oversee business development and market expansion activities among schools, networks, strategic education partners, and various stakeholders.

• Identify, nurture, and secure new partnership opportunities.

• Manage the complete sales and partnership lifecycle, encompassing prospecting, outreach, needs assessment, pitching, presentations, negotiation, onboarding, relationship management, and partner retention.

• Deliver engaging presentations, proposals, and value-oriented sales pitches.

• Supervise partner onboarding, platform implementation, relationship management, engagement, participation, and account growth.

• Collaborate with Marketing, Communications, and Fundraising teams on campaigns, events, webinars, and outreach efforts.

• Act as a trusted advisor, subject matter expert, and brand ambassador for the federal scholarship program throughout Florida.

• Monitor and assess outreach performance, stakeholder feedback, and program adoption metrics.

• Manage project timelines, implementation deliverables, and operational priorities while ensuring adherence to regulations, policies, and program requirements.

⛳️ Requirements

• 5-7 years of progressive experience in business development, sales, market development, nonprofit management, education programs, public policy, stakeholder engagement, or related fields.

• Proven track record of establishing strategic relationships, driving growth, and meeting organizational goals.

• Demonstrated success and solid professional experience in relevant areas.

• Military service can be considered in lieu of professional experience and/or formal education requirements.

• Strong skills in relationship management and stakeholder engagement.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.

• Excellence in project management and organizational skills.

• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.

• Collaborative leadership skills and team development experience.

• A mindset focused on problem-solving and continuous improvement.

• Capability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

• Understanding of education, nonprofit, or government-related program implementation.

• A valid driver's license and proof of insurance may be necessary, based on role responsibilities.

• Must be capable of lifting up to fifteen (15) pounds.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• HSA, FSA, and Lifestyle Spending Accounts.

• Competitive 401(k) plan with company matching.

• Options for remote work.

• 14 paid holidays.

• Care and Parental Leave.

• Flexible Leave policy.

• Mentorship programs.

• Management training opportunities.

• Professional development initiatives.

• Dedicated coaching team.

• Employee-led committees.