Manager of partner relations & contracts

Come join the fun and make a difference with Discovery Cube! For over 25 years, we've been inspiring kids and educators alike with our hands-on science education initiatives and interactive exhibits. Our four core initiatives - STEM proficiency, early childhood education, healthy living, and environmental stewardship - are future-forward in promoting life-long-learning. Plus, with our immersive campuses in Orange County and Los Angeles, as well as our educational outreach programs, there are endless opportunities for learning exploration. As a prominent advocate for modern science education, we believe in empowering our learners with real-world applications and spotlighting science as a solution and force for good. Don't miss out on the excitement and join our important mission today!

Position:

Discovery Cube is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and collaborative Manager of Partner Relations & Contracts to support the management, reporting, and growth of our educational partnerships.

Reporting to the Vice President of Education, this position plays a critical role in ensuring that Discovery Cube fulfills its contractual commitments, maintains strong partner relationships, and effectively communicates the impact of its educational programs.

The ideal candidate is an exceptional writer and communicator who can collect, analyze, and synthesize program data into compelling, accurate, and professional reports that demonstrate program outcomes, educational impact, and the value of our partnerships. This individual must be comfortable managing multiple contracts simultaneously, tracking deadlines and deliverables, coordinating across departments, and maintaining positive relationships with external partners.

In addition to contract management and reporting, the Manager will support business development efforts by identifying prospective partners, assisting with proposals and renewals, and helping cultivate opportunities to expand Discovery Cube's educational reach and contract revenue.

This is a hands-on position requiring strong writing abilities, excellent organizational skills, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to both partner service and business growth.

Responsibilities:

Contract Management & Administration

• Manage the day-to-day administration of Discovery Cube's portfolio of educational partnership contracts, including agreements with municipalities, water and waste agencies, school districts, corporations, and community organizations.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive contract tracking systems to monitor scopes of work, deliverables, deadlines, program commitments, reporting requirements, and renewal dates.
• Monitor contract performance and proactively identify potential challenges, missed deliverables, or areas requiring additional attention.
• Maintain organized and accurate contract records, including agreements, amendments, reports, correspondence, participation data, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with contract renewals, amendments, and updates by compiling necessary documentation and coordinating internal and external communications.
• Provide regular contract status updates to the Vice President of Education, identifying accomplishments, upcoming deadlines, and items requiring attention.

Program Reporting, Data Analysis & Impact Communication

• Lead the development, writing, and production of high-quality quarterly, annual, and final reports for Discovery Cube's educational partners.
• Collect, organize, and analyze program participation data, student assessment results, survey findings, program outcomes, and other performance metrics.
• Transform quantitative and qualitative data into clear, compelling narratives that demonstrate educational impact, program effectiveness, and fulfillment of contractual goals.
• Write executive summaries, program descriptions, impact statements, and other materials that communicate the value of Discovery Cube's educational initiatives.
• Develop charts, tables, and visual summaries that effectively communicate program results and support data-driven storytelling.
• Collaborate with educators and program managers to gather information, document program accomplishments, and identify meaningful success stories.
• Ensure all reports are accurate, professionally written, visually organized, and consistent with partner expectations and Discovery Cube standards.
• Assist in preparing presentations, partner updates, and other materials highlighting program achievements and outcomes.

Partner Relations & Communication

• Build and maintain positive, professional relationships with existing partners through timely communication, responsiveness, and attention to their needs.
• Coordinate partner meetings, prepare agendas and supporting materials, document action items, and ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Communicate program accomplishments, upcoming activities, and contract milestones to partners as appropriate.
• Support the Vice President of Education in preparing for high-level partner meetings, contract discussions, and renewals.
• Identify partner concerns or opportunities for improvement and elevate significant issues to the Vice President of Education.
• Represent Discovery Cube professionally at partner meetings, community events, and other activities as needed.

Business Development & Partnership Growth

• Support the Vice President of Education and Senior Manager of Strategic Sales in identifying and cultivating new educational partnership opportunities.
• Research prospective partners, including municipalities, public agencies, school districts, corporations, foundations, and community organizations.
• Assist in developing proposals, responses to requests for proposals (RFPs), partnership presentations, and other business development materials.
• Maintain records of prospective partners, outreach activities, proposal submissions, and business development opportunities.
• Participate in introductory meetings and follow-up communications with prospective partners.
• Identify opportunities to expand existing partnerships through additional educational programs, new audiences, or enhanced services.
• Support partner retention and renewal efforts by documenting program successes and demonstrating the impact and value of Discovery Cube's services.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, English, business administration, marketing, education, nonprofit management, or a related field; equivalent professional experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience in contract management, account management, partner relations, program reporting, business development, or a related field.
• Exceptional professional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with demonstrated experience producing detailed reports, proposals, executive summaries, or other professional documents.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret quantitative and qualitative data and translate findings into clear, accurate, and compelling written narratives.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build productive relationships with partners, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple contracts, competing priorities, and firm deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy, particularly when working with contracts, financial information, program data, and reports.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, anticipate needs, and follow through on commitments.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with individuals at various organizational levels.

What’s In It For You:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Optional supplemental insurance coverage
• 401K with up to 4% match after one year for full-time employees
• 14 Free general admission tickets per year
• 4 Bubblefest tickets plus admission
• 10% of on-site dining and shopping discount
• Employee discounts through ADP
• Accrued paid time off for full-time employees
• 10 paid company holidays

Compensation

$70,304—$77,000 USD

Discovery Cube provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.