Director of Partnerships

States United Democracy Center

Director of Partnerships developing relationships with state and national organizations for a nonpartisan democracy center. Collaborating with the Strategy & Partnerships team to safeguard electoral integrity.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $170,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform all duties in accordance with States United’s values of integrity, inclusion, collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
In coordination with organizational leadership, build and manage strategic partnerships with organizations, associations, coalitions, and civic leaders working to protect free and fair elections, the rule of law, and democratic institutions.
Develop and maintain relationships with state officials, their staff, and their advisors.
Develop engagement plans for priority states and partners; organize outreach, including briefings, roundtables, and convenings as needed.
Lead collaboration across internal teams to provide partners and key stakeholders with relevant resources via briefings, coalition meetings, and individualized outreach.
Direct and coordinate cross-departmental needs for conference and event strategy and execution, including sponsorship opportunities, staffing decisions, and prep.
Track and analyze national and statewide policy, partner, and political developments that intersect with the work of States United and our clients.
Represent States United in 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) coalition settings with national and state-based organizations.
Serve as a key external representative at meetings, briefings, conferences, and other events.
Draft and edit materials for States United leadership, including talking points, memos, and other resources.
Assist with other aspects of external affairs as needed.
Manage Strategy and Partnerships team members.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree.
Minimum of 12+ years of experience in political engagement, partnerships, government relations, or campaigns.
Experience building and maintaining relationships with and working with public officials and senior-level staff, as well as candidates and campaigns.
Strong understanding of state government and/or election systems.
Experience managing partnerships or coalitions.
Strong communication and relationship management skills.
Experienced project manager with demonstrated ability to oversee a team juggling multiple tasks, allocate and optimize resources, and manage timelines.
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues in a demanding and fast-paced environment.
Willingness and ability to work beyond the normal workday, on weekends, and/or more than 40 hours a week as needed.
Display a positive attitude, show concern for people and community, demonstrate presence, self-confidence, common sense, and good listening ability.
Experience navigating politically sensitive environments.
Must be able to travel regularly, including up to 40-50% of the time during peak quarters.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Government States United Democracy Center is a nonpartisan nonprofit organization that provides legal, research, policy, and communications support to state and local officials and law enforcement leaders to protect free and fair elections, defend the Constitution and the rule of law, and promote public safety and information integrity. The organization produces polling, reports, legal briefs, and communications resources to help officials counter misinformation, safeguard election administration, and uphold democratic institutions. Director of Partnerships 🔥 6 minutes ago 🇺🇸 United States – Remote 💵 $170k / year ⏰ Full Time 🔴 Lead 💰 Account Manager Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Perform all duties in accordance with States United’s values of integrity, inclusion, collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
In coordination with organizational leadership, build and manage strategic partnerships with organizations, associations, coalitions, and civic leaders working to protect free and fair elections, the rule of law, and democratic institutions.
Develop and maintain relationships with state officials, their staff, and their advisors.
Develop engagement plans for priority states and partners; organize outreach, including briefings, roundtables, and convenings as needed.
Lead collaboration across internal teams to provide partners and key stakeholders with relevant resources via briefings, coalition meetings, and individualized outreach.
Direct and coordinate cross-departmental needs for conference and event strategy and execution, including sponsorship opportunities, staffing decisions, and prep.
Track and analyze national and statewide policy, partner, and political developments that intersect with the work of States United and our clients.
Represent States United in 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) coalition settings with national and state-based organizations.
Serve as a key external representative at meetings, briefings, conferences, and other events.
Draft and edit materials for States United leadership, including talking points, memos, and other resources.
Assist with other aspects of external affairs as needed.
Manage Strategy and Partnerships team members. 🎯 Requirements
Bachelor’s degree.
Minimum of 12+ years of experience in political engagement, partnerships, government relations, or campaigns.
Experience building and maintaining relationships with and working with public officials and senior-level staff, as well as candidates and campaigns.
Strong understanding of state government and/or election systems.
Experience managing partnerships or coalitions.
Strong communication and relationship management skills.
Experienced project manager with demonstrated ability to oversee a team juggling multiple tasks, allocate and optimize resources, and manage timelines.
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues in a demanding and fast-paced environment.
Willingness and ability to work beyond the normal workday, on weekends, and/or more than 40 hours a week as needed.
Display a positive attitude, show concern for people and community, demonstrate presence, self-confidence, common sense, and good listening ability.
Experience navigating politically sensitive environments.
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Hard Skills & Tools

Political EngagementPartnership ManagementGovernment RelationsProject ManagementEvent StrategyPolicy AnalysisResource AllocationTimeline Management

Soft Skills

Relationship ManagementCollaborationPositive AttitudeListening AbilitySelf-Confidence

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree