Outreach and Partnerships Manager

ActUp Theater is seeking an Outreach & Partnerships Manager to lead community engagement efforts and cultivate meaningful partnerships that expand the organization's impact throughout Connecticut. This role will serve as a key ambassador for ActUp Theater by building relationships with schools, nonprofits, businesses, community organizations and corporate partners to support productions, educational programs, fundraising initiatives, and special events.

The Outreach & Partnerships Manager will identify new collaboration opportunities, coordinate community engagement efforts, and strengthen ActUp Theater's visibility while advancing our mission.

Report To: This position reports to the Chief Operation Officer and the Executive Director

Requirements

• Develop and maintain partnerships with schools, nonprofits, businesses, and community organizations throughout Connecticut.
• Identify and pursue new partnership opportunities that support productions, educational programs, fundraising initiatives, and community events.
• Coordinate outreach efforts for productions, ActUp Theater Arts Academy (ATAA), ACTIVATE Workshops, fundraising campaigns and special initiatives.
• Represent ActUp Theater at networking events, community meetings, and public engagements.
• Assist with planning and executing community events, outreach initiatives, and partnership activations.
• Coordinate event logistics, including communication with vendors, volunteers, sponsors, and community partners.
• Work collaboratively with the marketing team to promote programs, events, and partnership opportunities.
• Support the creation and distribution of outreach materials, presentations, and promotional resources.
• Maintain relationships with existing partners while identifying opportunities to expand collaboration.
• Track outreach activities, partnership engagement, and community impact while providing regular reports to leadership.
• Recruit and coordinate volunteers for productions, community events and outreach initiatives.
• Assist with internal outreach when needed
• Assist with outreach budgets and ensure effective use of organizational resources.

Qualifications

• Currently located in Hartford, CT
• Passion for arts education, community engagement, and nonprofit work.
• Excellent interpersonal, networking, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Comfortable representing ActUp Theater at events and community functions.
• Experience developing partnerships with schools, nonprofits, businesses, and/or community organizations.
• Ability to identify sponsorship, collaboration, and community engagement opportunities.\
• Familiarity with Connecticut's nonprofit, education, or arts community is preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Experience:

• Outreach: 3 years (Required)
• Customer service: 2 years (Required)
• Strategic partnerships: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Hartford, CT (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20