National Director – Business Development

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

📋 Description

• Identify and engage potential school and district partnerships across the country through thorough research, networking, and focused outreach.

• Conduct both virtual and in-person presentations, demonstrations, and meetings to highlight Apollo After School programs and investigate partnership possibilities.

• Establish and nurture relationships with school principals, district administrators, and other key stakeholders.

• Create and implement tailored partnership strategies aimed at achieving or surpassing quarterly and annual growth objectives.

• Collaborate with program directors, marketing, and other internal teams to develop customized proposals and facilitate the onboarding of new partners.

• Monitor partnership activities, pipeline, and performance metrics utilizing CRM tools such as HubSpot.

• Stay updated on educational trends, regulations related to after-school programs, and the competitive environment.

• Represent Apollo After School at industry conferences, education fairs, and regional gatherings.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years of business development experience specifically in educational programs, after-school services, or K-12 enrichment activities.

• Experience collaborating with schools or districts is highly preferred.

• Proven capability to manage a national territory, which includes extensive travel (up to 50%).

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

• Ability to convey complex educational benefits to a diverse range of audiences.

• A valid driver's license and a willingness to travel domestically.

• In-depth understanding of after-school program funding, Title I compliance, or best practices in child development.

• Candidates must submit a resume and cover letter detailing relevant business development experience in the education sector.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive base salary ranging from $100,000 to $125,000, along with a commission structure.

• Flexibility to work remotely.

• Opportunities for professional development, including training in business development and attendance at education conferences.

• The opportunity to significantly impact children's education and contribute to school communities.