Partnership Engagement Specialist

ZERO TO THREE is the fiscal sponsor for The Prenatal to Five (P-5) Federal Policy Network, a multi-issue group of national organizations engaged in strategic, coordinated action to protect and advance federal programs and policies essential for expectant parents, babies, young children, families, and their communities that support them.

The Partnership Engagement Specialist will work closely with the P-5 Policy Network Officer to develop, execute, and progress monitor the P-5 Network’s operational and partnership engagement capacity. Primary duties include thought partnership with the P-5 Network Officer; project management and work planning development; facilitating relationships with external partners, consultants, and vendors; managing internal communications and community engagement across the engagement Network and tracking outcomes of the P-5 Policy Network. The ideal candidate is passionate about early childhood issues, thrives in a collaborative environment, excels at juggling multiple priorities, and is creative and detail-oriented. The P-5 Network Partnership Engagement Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring the P-5 Network Officer is well-prepared and well-positioned to achieve the goals of the Network.

This position is contingent upon grant funding. Funding is currently secured for 2 years, with plans to continue the role.

Project Management and Operational Support

• Develops and manages the P-5 Policy Network project plans via Asana and related community engagement and project platforms administrative support to the P-5 Policy Network Officer, including calendar management, meeting preparation, and timely follow-up on action items.
• Works in close partnership with the P-5 Policy Network Officer to draft, proof, and format correspondence, talking points, and slide decks for P-5 Network meetings and events. Helps ensure clear communication and alignment across internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinates regular cadence of virtual meetings/retreats and other engagement activities to build, cultivate, and sustain a strong cross-organizational culture to meet the strategic goals and outcomes of the Network and its funders.
• Provides onsite or virtual support during events.
• Identifies opportunities to streamline workflows, strengthen the P-5 network organizational and knowledge management systems, and ensure the reduction of administrative friction across the network.
• Implement and maintain processes, templates, and systems to support effective day-to-day operations of the network.
• Assists the P-5 Network Officer managing the Network’s grants by maintaining accurate records in the grants management system.
• Supports the full grants lifecycle and contributes to drafting proposals, assembling supporting documents, managing grant timelines, and monitoring reporting requirements in close partnership with P-5 Network Officer.
• Supports P-5 Network priorities by building workplans, tracking milestones, coordinating resources, and monitoring timelines and deliverables.

Partnership Cultivation and Relationship-Building 

• Builds and maintains authentic trust-centered relationships with Network members through consistent communication, active listening, and a structured approach to partnership that reflects the values of equity, respect, and shared values aligned to the Network’s vision and strategic direction.
• Works closely with the P-5 Network Officer and the Lead Impact Officer to develop engagement, growth, and impact goals for the Network.
• Identify opportunities to build partnerships with organizations or groups outside of the Network to amplify the experiences and goals of the P-5 population.
• Maintaining the Network’s communication hub and tracking input/feedback from Network members and partners to ensure optimal and effective partnership engagement.
• Other duties as assigned.

• 6-8 years of relevant experience in project management, community engagement, or related field.
• Exceptional relationship management skills with the ability to build trust, maintain engagement, and hold difficult conversations with respect and care
• Excellent written communication, including editing and proofreading within a reasonable timeframe.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent calendar management skills, including the coordination of complex executive meetings.
• Experience scheduling travel arrangements.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills with a track record of building and cultivating relationships across diverse audiences with divergent perspectives.
• A team-first orientation and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Comfort with flexibility and a growth mindset – your contribution may adapt to meet the moment as you progress professionally.
• Ability to be flexible, work independently, and bring a level of creativity and joy to the work.
• Willingness to travel occasionally (up to 10%) for events and in-person gatherings.

Bachelor’s degree in a related field, PMP Certification preferred.

This position's salary is estimated to be mid $60,000s to high $70,000s depending on experience, geo-location, budget, and other comparable and similarly scoped internal positions. In addition to salary, ZERO TO THREE offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, HRA, retirement contributions, generous leave benefits and more.

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is frequently required to use finger dexterity and sufficient hand dexterity to use a computer keyboard and be capable of reading a computer screen. Also, they may need to remain seated for extended periods, can perform repetitive motions, and reach for objects. An employee is frequently required to hold a writing instrument, communicate verbally, and hear well enough to detect nuances and receive detailed information. They may be required to grasp objects, push, and pull objects, bend, stand, walk, squat, or kneel. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision for data preparation or analysis, and expansive reading. May need to lift up to 30 pounds.