Workforce Partnership – Talent Strategy Manager

Nava

Workforce Partnership & Talent Strategy Manager at Nava enhancing government services through creative workforce strategies and partnerships. Leading strategic talent initiatives to build future talent pipelines.

Posted 5/8/2026full-timeRemote • Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Illinois, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $131,000 - $146,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and lead workforce partnership strategies that support Nava’s long-term talent and workforce goals
Build and manage relationships with universities, academic institutions, workforce development organizations, training partners, and other external talent ecosystems
Develop creative workforce strategies that expand access to emerging, early-career, and nontraditional talent pipelines
Lead and scale strategic workforce programs, including apprenticeship, early-career, and workforce development initiatives
Identify future workforce needs and build talent pathways that align with Nava’s long-term business strategy and evolving skill demands
Partner closely with Talent Acquisition, business leaders, and external stakeholders to align workforce strategies with organizational priorities
Design and implement strategic talent initiatives that improve workforce readiness, talent access, and long-term workforce sustainability
Own the end-to-end lifecycle of workforce programs and partnerships from strategy and design through execution, measurement, and continuous improvement
Lead cross-functional execution of workforce and partnership initiatives, ensuring strong collaboration, adoption, and measurable outcomes
Develop and maintain external partnership frameworks, engagement strategies, and success models for long-term workforce impact
Define success metrics, monitor program and partnership performance, and use data and insights to continuously improve outcomes
Build reporting and program health metrics to assess partnership value, pipeline effectiveness, and long-term workforce impact
Ensure workforce strategies and partnerships are scalable, sustainable, and aligned with Nava’s values and long-term growth strategy

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of experience in Workforce Strategy, Talent Strategy, Workforce Development, Talent Acquisition, HR, or related fields
4+ years of experience leading strategic programs, partnerships, or cross-functional initiatives
Experience in workforce strategy, talent strategy, talent acquisition, workforce development, HR, or related functions
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of professional experience and training
Experience building and managing strategic partnerships with universities, workforce organizations, training institutions, or external talent partners
Experience designing and scaling workforce programs, talent pathways, or strategic talent initiatives in fast-paced or evolving environments
Experience leading cross-functional programs with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
Experience building systems, frameworks, or partnership models that improve workforce or talent outcomes
Experience using data and insights to inform workforce strategy and measure program impact
Strong workforce strategy and partnership development skills
Strong program management and execution skills
Strong process design, systems thinking, and operational planning capabilities
Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional influence skills
Experience with program reporting, partnership metrics, and performance measurement
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and project management skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health coverage — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to support your overall health needs
Insurance coverage — Nava provides disability, life, and accidental death insurance at no cost
Time off — vacation, holidays (including Juneteenth), and floating holidays to rest and recharge
Company holidays — enjoy 12 paid federal holidays each year on top of your regular PTO
Annual bonus — when Nava meets its goals, eligible employees receive a performance-based annual bonus
Parental leave — paid time off for new parents, plus weekly meals delivered to your home
Wellness program — full platform offering physical, mental, & emotional health resources & support tools
Virtual care — see doctors online with no copay through UnitedHealthcare’s virtual visit program
Sabbatical leave — earn extended unpaid leave after continuous service for personal growth or rest
401(k) match — Nava matches 4% of your salary to support your retirement savings plan
Flexible work — remote-first environment with flexibility built around your schedule and responsibilities
Home office setup — company laptop & setup assistance provided via Staples for remote work needs
Utility support — monthly reimbursement to help offset eligible home office utility expenses
Learning opportunities — internal training programs and resources to help grow your professional skills
Development opportunities — LinkedIn Learning access & an annual allowance for courses, tuition, & certs
Referral bonus — get rewarded when you refer great people who join the Nava team
Commuter benefits — pre-tax commuter programs to support in-office travel when applicable
Supportive culture — A collaborative and remote-friendly team environment where people genuinely care

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Hard Skills & Tools

workforce strategytalent strategyworkforce developmenttalent acquisitionprogram managementprocess designsystems thinkingoperational planningdata analysisperformance measurement

Soft Skills

stakeholder managementcross-functional influencewritten communicationverbal communicationorganizational skillsproject managementrelationship buildingstrategic thinkingcollaborationcreativity

Certifications

Bachelor's degree