Program and Partnership Coordinator

Title: Program & Partnerships Coordinator

Reports to: Senior Director of Strategy & Impact

Work Location: Tom & Sherry Koski LaunchPad 2000 Webber St. Suite 130 Sarasota, Florida

POSITION SUMMARY: The Program & Partnerships Coordinator supports the coordination and

implementation of the Education Foundation’s student programs. This position supports the delivery 

of Future-Ready Initiatives, while also contributing to cross-sector collaboration through PLANit 

Sarasota. This role plays a central part in ensuring high-quality program delivery, strong student 

engagement, and effective coordination with schools and community partners. The Coordinator manages 

logistics, communications, and data tracking across multiple initiatives, helping translate 

strategy into consistent execution.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, collaborative, and detail-oriented, with the ability to 

manage multiple priorities and work effectively across internal teams and external partners.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program & Partnership Coordination

• Support student onboarding, participation tracking, and engagement follow-up

• Maintain program calendars, communications, and alignment across staff, schools, and families, 

and community partners

• Support relationship management with key partners, including regular communication, follow-up, 

and coordination of shared work

• Coordinate communication with students, families, schools, and community partners to support 

participation and retention

• Provide coordination support for career exploration and postsecondary pathway 

initiatives

Events, Workshops & Convening Support

• Coordinate all logistics for student-facing events

• Coordinate all logistics and communication for PLANit Sarasota General and Steering Committee 

meetings, convenings, and FAFSA open houses; support planning and execution, including scheduling, 

materials, and on-site coordination

• Assist in coordinating guest speakers, vendors, and community partners

Data, Reporting & Communication

• Track and maintain accurate program and partnership data (attendance, engagement, 

outcomes)

• Support preparation of reports, presentations, and updates for internal and external 

stakeholders

• Assist with communication materials, including newsletters, emails, and program updates

Data, Reporting & Communication

• Track and maintain accurate program and partnership data (attendance, engagement, 

outcomes)

• Support preparation of reports, presentations, and updates for internal and external 

stakeholders

• Assist with communication materials, including newsletters, emails, and program updates

Operations & Administrative Coordination

• Manage action items and coordination across multiple workstreams

• Identify needs in workflows and proactively support solutions to keep work moving forward and 

connected

• Track action items and ensure follow-through across multiple initiatives

• Manage materials, supplies, and documentation needed for program delivery

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in education, nonprofit management, communications, 

or related field

• 2–4 years of experience in program coordination, partnerships, or project management

• Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple 

priorities

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• Ability to work across teams and with diverse stakeholders (students, families, educators, 

community partners)

• Experience with data tracking and reporting

• Familiarity with education, workforce, or nonprofit environments preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Sarasota County’s education, nonprofit, or workforce landscape.

• Experience coordinating events or collaborative initiatives.

• Experience supporting partnership-based or cross-sector initiatives.

The Ideal Candidate

Successful candidates will be:

✔ Highly organized and execution-driven

Able to manage multiple priorities, track details, and follow through consistently in a fast-paced 

environment.

✔ Comfortable balancing structure and relationships

Equally capable of coordinating logistics and building positive working relationships with 

students, families, educators, and community partners.

✔ A proactive problem-solver

Anticipates needs, identifies gaps, and takes initiative to keep programs and partnerships moving 

forward.

✔ A strong communicator

Clear, responsive, and professional in both written and verbal communication across diverse 

audiences.

✔ Adaptable and team-oriented

Able to shift between program and partnership work, collaborate across teams, and support evolving 

priorities.

✔ Mission-aligned and student-centered

Motivated by improving outcomes for students and committed to supporting the Foundation’s work in a thoughtful, service-oriented way.

Education Foundation Core Values

At the Education Foundation of Sarasota County, we are guided by our core values:

I CARE about IT

• Integrity

• Candor

• Accountability

• Respect

• Engagement

• Improvement

• Thoughtful Innovation

These values guide us in how we work together, make decisions, and serve our community.

About the Education Foundation of Sarasota County

With more than 35 years of experience, the Education Foundation of Sarasota County clears the path for students to graduate and go further. We support students and teachers with the well-being, resources, and relationships they need to succeed. As the only nonprofit solely dedicated to students and teachers in Sarasota County, we offer a full range of services, driving innovation and strength for the entire community. Guided by philanthropy, the Education Foundation unites the community to prepare each and every student for life. (EdFoundationSRQ.org)

Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and letter of interest to: careers@edfoundationsrq.org

This is a full-time, exempt, salaried position with benefits. Salary range is $52,000-$60,000.