Director of Business Development & Partnerships

Boston, Massachusetts, United States | Partially remote

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About the Job 
The Director of Business Development and Partnerships will play a pivotal role in advancing Compass’s organizational growth and impact. This position is responsible for leading business development strategy, expanding and deepening partnerships, and ensuring successful execution of both revenue-generating and mission-driven initiatives. 

This role requires a balance of strategic vision and hands-on management. The Director will cultivate relationships across nonprofit, housing, philanthropic, and corporate sectors; identify and pursue new opportunities; oversee grant operations and reporting; and ensure that all partnership efforts are aligned with Compass’s mission and strategic priorities. 

The Director of Business Development and Partnerships reports to the Chief Strategy and Impact Officer. 

 

 

Skills We’re Looking For 

  • Strategic thinker who can also dive into operational detail. 

  • Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to oversee multiple initiatives simultaneously. 

  • Skilled manager and coach who develops talent and fosters accountability. 

  • Relationship builder with strong interpersonal and networking skills. 

  • Proactive, solutions-oriented, and adaptable to changing priorities. 

  • Strong track record of cultivating external partnerships and executing initiatives that drive growth and impact. 

  • Experience with grant operations, client engagement strategies, or referral/contractor management. 

  • Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to oversee multiple initiatives simultaneously. 

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including persuasive proposals and reporting for external audiences. 

  • Comfort with CRM systems (Salesforce preferred) and data-driven decision-making. 

  

Primary Responsibilities 

Strategic Leadership & Team Management 

  • Provide vision, leadership, and day-to-day supervision for the Business Development and Strategic Partnerships & Initiatives, and Workforce and Career development teams. 

  • Develop clear goals, KPIs, and performance expectations aligned with organizational priorities. 

  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement, using data and feedback to refine strategies. 

  • Mentor and develop team members, providing coaching and professional development opportunities. 

  • Partner with senior leadership to inform long-term strategy, identify growth opportunities, and scale successful partnership models across sites. 

 

Business Development Oversight 

  • Guide the Business Development Manager in executing partner outreach, engagement, and acquisition activities. 

  • Oversee FSS Link membership growth, training/technical assistance opportunities, and Salesforce data accuracy. 

  • Ensure quality in proposals, webinars, partner demos, and FSS Conference engagement. 

  • Set and monitor revenue and partner satisfaction goals, ensuring alignment with broader organizational strategy. 

  • Represent Compass externally in business development conversations, industry events, and partnership negotiations. 

 

Strategic Partnerships & Initiatives Oversight 

  • Supervise the Strategic Partnerships & Initiatives Manager in grant operations and referral/contractor ecosystem management. 

  • Oversee grant deliverables, client data tracking, and quarterly reporting in collaboration with I2, Development and Finance teams. 

  • Provide direction for PCC events and engagement programs, ensuring consistency and impact across sites. 

  • Review and approve quarterly engagement memos and reports for funders and stakeholders. 

  • Oversee the referral and contractor ecosystem, ensuring quality, equity, and responsiveness to client needs. 

 

Workforce & Career Development Oversight 

  • Oversee the Workforce & Career Partnerships Manager, ensuring workforce initiatives align with client needs. 

  • Lead strategy to expand and strengthen external partnerships that support client success and organizational growth. 

  • Cultivate and manage relationships with employers, training providers, and community organizations. 

  • Drive business development opportunities that advance Compass’s mission and scale. 

  • Integrate workforce development into the broader partnership strategy to ensure alignment across programs. 

 

Cross-Functional Collaboration 

  • Partner with Finance, Impact & Innovation, Training and Technical Assistance and Program teams to ensure seamless execution of grant deliverables, partnerships, workforce development, and business development initiatives. 

  • Collaborate with Marketing & Communications to strategically amplify client voices, partner stories, and Compass’s brand. 

  • Serve as a senior organizational representative with external stakeholders, funders, and partners. 

 

Qualifications 

Required 

  • 4 – 6 years of progressive experience in business development, partnerships, grant/contract management, or strategic initiatives. 

  • At least 3 years of supervisory experience, with a proven ability to manage and coach high-performing teams. 

  • Passionate about Compass’s mission and committed to advancing equity and impact through partnerships. 

 

Preferred 

  • Experience in nonprofit, housing, financial capability, or workforce development sectors. 

  • Familiarity with conference/event planning, training, or partner engagement programs. 

  • Knowledge of data systems for grant deliverables and client engagement reporting. 

  • Strong understanding of cross-sector partnerships (nonprofit, government, philanthropy, corporate). 

 

Benefits     

  • The salary range for this role is $106,000-$123,000, commensurate with experience. We’ll promote your professional growth and development by providing access to a competitive salary and benefits package and additional employee benefits that include but are not limited to:   

  • Healthcare: medical, dental, vision: Compass covers up to 80% of employee premiums and 80% for dependents. There is no waiting period to enroll in health insurance.   

  • Retirement plan 401(k) & 3% match    

  • Parental Leave: Employees who have been employed for at least three (3) months are eligible to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave. *Employee must be with the organization for six (6) months to receive up to six (6) weeks of full pay from the organization.   

  • Life insurance & disability Insurance    

  • Paid time off: Employees receive up to 36 Wellness days and 8 holidays per calendar year, plus the final week of the calendar year off as an organizational wide holiday. All employees enjoy a two-hour early closure starting the Friday after Memorial Day through the week of Labor Day.   

  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)   

  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account   

  • Professional development & certification   

  • Pre-tax commuter benefits   

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)   

  • Office closed the final week of calendar year   

  • Equipment: $200 one-time stipend for work from home expenses   

  • Internet Reimbursement: Up to $40 per month for personal internet expenses   
      

Equal Opportunity Statement   

Compass Working Capital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applications for all positions, without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.   

Compass Working Capital is committed to ensuring individuals with disabilities receive the accommodations required for them to interview for a position on our team. Should you require accommodations, please contact hr@compassworkingcapital.org.   

Compass also provides hiring preference to Section 3 residents. Section 3 Residency is defined as a “low-income resident” of the area where the HUD-assisted project is located.   

   

For the purposes of Section 3, "low-income" is defined as 80% of the Area Median Income. To learn more information about Section 3 income eligibility, please refer to the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Website.  

 

 

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