What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Government Partnerships position at National Geographic?
How You’ll Contribute
The Advancement team cultivates, solicits, and stewards individuals, as well as foundation, government and corporate funders who invest in the Society to drive impact through its work in science, technology, education, exploration, and storytelling. The team collaborates with Society teams to build transformative and impact-driven strategic relationships. The team also produces global events that deepen connections and leverage the Society’s power to convene, and directs robust annual, major and planned giving programs empowering the Society with a broad base of support.The National Geographic Society Institutional Partnerships team, within Advancement, is looking for a collaborative and adaptable team member with a passion for securing government and public sector funding and managing donor funded projects. This individual is self-motivated and comfortable operating with a moderate level of independence to extend the efficiency and output of the team. This individual must play an active role to engage and secure public sector funding that is transformational, and help lead the management of donor funded projects. The Manager, Government Partnerships will report to the Sr. Director, Government Partnerships.
Your Impact
Responsibilities Include
Project Management (60%)
- Oversee the day-to-day management of government-funded projects, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery aligned with project goals, donor requirements, and organizational standards.
- Support relationship management efforts and maintain regular communication with donor representatives, in coordination with Project Directors.
- Coordinate and contribute to the development of project reports to ensure timely submission of accurate, results-oriented narrative and financial reports to donors.
- Facilitate collaboration across teams (including Programs, Finance and Accounting, and Legal) to support alignment across technical and operational functions.
- Support risk management and quality assurance processes across all aspects of project implementation
- Prepare reports and briefings for senior leadership.
Partnership Support (40%)
- Support outreach and cultivation efforts with a select set of public sector partners, in conjunction with the Sr. Director.
- Develop strategic and targeted prospecting plans under the direction of the Vice President of Institutional Partnerships and the Sr. Director.
- Draft, collaborate on, and finalize Government Partnerships proposals, working closely with Advancement colleagues, NGS Programmatic teams and other internal stakeholders.
- Identify new government funding opportunities.
- Think creatively to recommend events, conferences, and other strategies to build engagement and generate demand for NGS programs.
- Maintain an accurate pipeline of assigned partnerships opportunities.
What You’ll Bring
Educational Background
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Minimum Years and Type of Experience
5 years of experience, including proposal writing, developing narrative and financial reports, collaborating regularly with institutional colleagues, and managing projects for a diverse client/donor base.
Necessary Knowledge and Skills
- Excellent interpersonal and written communications skills.
- Demonstrated experience working with international donors, including both bilateral and multilateral agencies.
- Proven work experience in project management, business development, fundraising, partnership management, or sales role.
- Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects and consistently deliver high quality work in a fast-paced environment with positive attitude and grace under pressure.
- Attention to detail with a proactive, creative, and entrepreneurial spirit.
- Collaborative team player with diplomatic temperament and donor-oriented approach.
- Comfort engaging with staff at varying levels of leadership.
Desired Qualifications
- Project management experience
- Experience in growth, revenue generation, or business development.
Supervision
No direct reports
Salary Information
The National Geographic Society offers a competitive and holistic total rewards package. Our compensation structure and transparent pay philosophy are based on industry-specific market data for similar-sized nonprofit organizations.
The salary range for this position accounts for a wide range of factors including but not limited to organizational need; specific skill sets; experience and training; certifications; and more. At the National Geographic Society, individuals are typically hired at or near the starting point of the salary range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
The salary range for this position is $85,500.00 - $90,000.00.
In addition, the National Geographic Society offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance; engaging and comprehensive wellness program; 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching contributions after 6 months of employment; flexible paid time off benefits with up to 22 days of paid annual leave per calendar year (15 days for new hires in their first year, prorated based on the number of pay periods remaining in the year) and 10 days of sick leave; 12 paid holidays and a paid winter break between December 25 and 31 (May not apply to all roles that are required to work during high volume seasons or essential workers. Please check with the hiring manager for confirmation.); paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility benefits; learning and development opportunities; Lifestyle Spending Account; pet adoption assistance and insurance; pre-tax transportation benefits with a generous employer subsidy; employer-paid life insurance and disability benefit; and a variety of National Geographic discounts and perks.
Job Designation
Hybrid - At the Society, we believe in the advantages of coming together to build community, mentor and learn from colleagues, and connect more deeply with our mission. As a result, the majority of our staff are Hybrid. Our Hybrid category requires that staff work at Base Camp two days each week: every Tuesday and Wednesday. Hybrid staff are also always welcome to come in additional days each week if preferred.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position. We are looking for someone with relevant skills and experience, not a checklist that exactly matches the job description. We want to help you grow and in return, you help us grow into a stronger, more inclusive organization.
Salary : $85,500 - $90,000