Head of Partnership

Ford Motor Company

. Report to the CEO . Lead the development and ongoing refinement of Michigan Central’s strategic plan . Develop an impact framework to assess the reach, quality, and outcomes of programs and partnerships . Align

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeDetroit • Michigan • United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic planning, partnership development, and community impact, with a strong focus on aligning philanthropic priorities with measurable outcomes. Proven ability to build and maintain relationships across diverse sectors to advance organizational goals and foster collaboration.

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Leadership Experience in StrategyPartnership Development Across SectorsCommunity-Centered Impact FocusStrong Relationship-Building SkillsAnalytical and Strategic Judgment

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Hard Skills

Strategic PlanningImpact Assessment Framework DevelopmentPartnership ManagementProgram DevelopmentOrganizational Strategy Translation

Soft Skills

Facilitation SkillsNegotiation SkillsCommunication SkillsStakeholder Engagement

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeAdvanced Degree or Specialized Training

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit LeadershipPhilanthropyCommunity Engagement501(c)(3) OrganizationsNonprofit Governance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Report to the CEO
Lead the development and ongoing refinement of Michigan Central’s strategic plan
Develop an impact framework to assess the reach, quality, and outcomes of programs and partnerships
Align philanthropic and community engagement, partnership and government affairs, education and talent, innovation, and programming around shared strategic priorities
Identify potential partners across nonprofit, philanthropic, educational, community, government, industry, corporate, and innovation sectors
Build and maintain senior-level relationships with key partners
Represent the organization in strategic discussions
Oversee the partnership portfolio at a strategic level
Identify opportunities to deepen effective collaborations
Address partnerships that are not meeting expectations
Ensure community perspectives inform strategic planning, partnership development, program development, and impact assessment
Support strategies that build trust, expand participation, and create sustained value for Detroit and Michigan residents and communities
Connect philanthropic priorities and available resources with programs and partnerships advancing the charitable mission
Provide strategic direction for government, education, workforce, talent, industry, and innovation partnerships
Align partner resources, expertise, and networks with charitable goals
Ensure partnership commitments are clear, appropriately governed, and supported by realistic measures of progress

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant leadership experience in strategy, partnerships, philanthropy, community impact, nonprofit leadership, or a related field
Demonstrated ability to shape organizational strategy and translate it into practical priorities, measurable outcomes, and accountable plans
Experience developing and managing complex partnerships across multiple sectors, such as nonprofit, philanthropic, education, government, community, or industry
Strong understanding of community-centered and impact-focused work
Experience working with or alongside 501(c)(3) organizations
Familiarity with charitable purpose, nonprofit governance, and tax-exempt organizational considerations
Strong relationship-building, facilitation, negotiation, and communication skills
Ability to engage senior executives and community stakeholders
Strong analytical and strategic judgment
Ability to use evidence and learning to guide decisions
Experience working in or with Detroit-area communities is valued
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience; an advanced degree or specialized training is a plus
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Visa sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days
Paid parental leave
New parent ramp-up programs
Subsidized back-up childcare
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement and fertility treatments
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members
Management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off
Option to purchase additional vacation time