Director of Program and Network Engagement

POSITION TITLE: Director of Program and Network Engagement

REPORTS TO: Vice President of Program Strategy & Impact

DEPARTMENT: Engagement / Programs

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt – Full Time

WORKING HOURS: Standard business hours with evening and weekend hours expected for special events and convenings

WORKING LOCATION: Hybrid; majority onsite in Boston-based office with statewide travel required

SALARY: $80,000–$90,000 annually (commensurate with experience)

Application Submission Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW

Mass Mentoring Partnership (MMP) is a dynamic statewide nonprofit organization committed to ensuring that every young person in MA has access to quality mentoring relationships, regardless of who they are or where they live. An affiliate of The National Mentoring Partnership (MENTOR), MMP is part of a national effort that helps grassroots organizations foster quality mentoring relationships by producing research for the field, shaping policy change through advocacy, and driving public awareness on the impact of mentoring for young people.

For more than 30 years MMP has served as an intermediary organization, providing the critical link between national evidence-based research and programs across the State. MMP provides the tools, research, training and best practices adults require to truly show up for youth in a caring and consistent way in schools, community, and workplaces.

We are committed to fostering an environment of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging for all. We embrace our differences and celebrate our common humanity by valuing our varied perspectives, experiences, and opinions. Candidates of color, bilingual, and bicultural candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION

The Director of Program and Network Engagement is a statewide, community-facing leadership role that advances MMP’s program partnerships and engagement strategy through direct execution, stewardship, and sustained presence in the field. This role brings together Mentor Matching Grant (MMG) program management and line item activity coordination, large-scale network engagement events, convenings, and relational intelligence on mentoring programs and communities statewide.

The Director contributes to MMP’s program partnerships and engagement strategy by translating organizational priorities into on-the-ground action, elevating partner voice, and ensuring engagement efforts are coordinated, responsive, and impactful. This role requires community organizer–like skills: relationship-building, coordination across stakeholders, presence in communities, and consistent follow-through.

The Director serves as a critical connector between mentoring programs across Massachusetts and MMP’s internal teams—bringing forward partner needs, challenges, and insights to inform program support, strategy, and storytelling.

This is a singular, individual-contributor role with no current staff supervision responsibilities.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

• Strong, trusted relationships with mentoring program partners statewide
• Well-run, well-attended engagement events that feel meaningful and relationship-centered
• Clear visibility into partner needs, challenges, and opportunities
• Reliable oversight of a large but manageable MMG grantee portfolio
• High-quality data and stories that inform strategy, communications, and advocacy

CORE AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Mentor Matching Grant (MMG) Program Management & Stewardship

The Director oversees MMP’s statewide Mentor Matching Grant portfolio, currently supporting approximately 43 grantee organizations.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing the full MMG grant lifecycle, including RFP development and administration
• Conducting grantee site visits and maintaining strong, ongoing relationships
• Convening grantee cohort meetings to support peer learning and alignment
• Overseeing light-touch data collection and reporting (mid-year and end-of-year)
• Ensuring grant compliance and alignment with program goals
• Serving as MMP’s liaison to consultant lobbyists on the MMG line-item advocacy strategy, ensuring coordination, accuracy, and alignment with field priorities

Large-Scale Network Engagement Events & Experiences

The Director leads planning, coordination, and hands-on execution of MMP’s major engagement events, ensuring they are welcoming, joyful, inclusive, and well-executed, meaningful experiences.

Signature engagement events include:

• Annual Youth Mentoring Day at the State House (200+ attendees)
• Annual Legislative Briefing (approximately 70 attendees)
• Annual Mentoring Day at Fenway Park (1,000+ attendees)
• Yawkey Mentoring Moments –quarterly events with cultural institutions (approximately 100 attendees each)
• MMP Connects informal networking and peer learning workshops – three events annually (20–30 attendees each)

Responsibilities include:

• Partner outreach and coordination
• Event planning, logistics, vendor/venue and budget coordination (as needed)
• Communications support to drive strong turnout and engagement
• On-site management and participant experience (hospitality, flow, accessibility, welcoming atmosphere)
• Post-event feedback collection and learning capture

Program Engagement & Statewide Presence

This role requires consistent time in the field, particularly within MMP’s focused communities across the state. The goal is to build and sustain a sense of shared community across the statewide mentoring network through ongoing engagement.

Responsibilities include:

• Travel regularly to gateway communities and other locations statewide to:

o Build relationships with program staff, mentors, and local leaders

o Understand community context and program realities

o Attend business and industry-based events (i.e., Chambers of Commerce, AIM, and professional affinity groups)

o Serve as a trusted listener and connector

o Identify emerging partner needs, elevate feedback to MMP’s program team and contribute to strategic planning for new programming and ongoing engagement strategy

o Help identify and cultivate potential new program partners

Storytelling, Data & Field-Based Insights

In partnership with the VP of Program Strategy & Impact, the Director supports MMP’s storytelling and learning agenda by gathering insights and impact narratives, including:

• Collecting qualitative and quantitative data through MMG reporting, events, and field engagement
• Elevating stories and trends from the field to support communications, development, and advocacy efforts
• Contributing field-based insights to strategies set by program leadership
• Capture and document relevant engagement data and partner intelligence in MMP CRM systems (Google Drive and Salesforce)

CORE COMPETENCIES & QUALIFICATIONS

• 8–10 years of experience in community engagement, organizing, program management, partnership management, or network building
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Grant program coordination or grant management experience (preferred)
• Demonstrated experience successfully planning and executing program activities and large-scale events
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; skilled in public speaking, facilitation, and relationship cultivation.
• Self-starter with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and manage multiple priorities
• Experience using Google suite and CRM systems, particularly Salesforce
• Highly organized and comfortable managing multiple priorities
• Confident coordinating across diverse stakeholders, institutions, and communities
• Knowledge of the mentoring or youth development sector preferred.
• Commitment to equity and a passion for building systems that better serve youth and communities.
• Enjoys statewide travel and community-facing work
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within the state; occasional evening and weekend availability required.

BENEFITS

• Salary $80,000-90,000/year - paid biweekly (commensurate with experience)
• Health & Dental insurance with employer premium contribution of 70% of monthly premium
• Paid time off including 13 paid holidays (plus 4 floating holiday)
• 401k with employer match (up to 4%)
• Life and STD/LTD insurance premiums 100% employer funded
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit
• Section 125 Flexible Benefit Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development funds available
• Hybrid work environment (3 set days a week in-person per week)

Next Steps:

Please email a resume and cover letter (or link to video cover letter) that outlines how your skills and experiences meet the qualifications of the position, stating how you heard about this opportunity to Cynthia K. Orellana, President & CEO at humanresources@massmentors.org with the subject line Director of Program and Network Engagement. Applications accepted on a rolling basis (applications without a cover letter will not be considered). Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to each applicant individually.

Mass Mentoring Partnership provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Mass Mentoring Partnership is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, MMP will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact humanresources@massmentors.org.

• Salary $80,000-90,000/year - paid biweekly (commensurate with experience)
• Health & Dental insurance with employer premium contribution of 70% of monthly premium
• Paid time off including 13 paid holidays (plus 4 floating holiday)
• 401k with employer match (up to 4%)
• Life and STD/LTD insurance premiums 100% employer funded
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit
• Section 125 Flexible Benefit Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development funds available
• Hybrid work environment (3 set days a week in-person per week)