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Brief #06808Updated 28 MAY 2026WICHITA, KSLeverMYSQL
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Initiatives Manager

Stand Together is an American philanthropic organization that was first established in 2003 and is often referred to informally as the Koch Network. It is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Arlington, Virginia,…

Location
Wichita, KS
Company size
200–500
Posted
3mo ago
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Initiatives Manager · Stand Together

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Job title
Initiatives Manager
Job location
Wichita, KS
Job description
Stand Together is a philanthropic community that helps America’s boldest changemakers tackle the root causes of our country’s biggest problems, from education to the economy, broken communities, and toxic division, among dozens of other pressing issues. We provide our partners with access to resources including funding, thought leadership, a network of peers, and a playbook for applying proven principles to transform lives and society.
How You Will Contribute

Partner Collaboration & Support

  • Build strong working relationships with partners, vendors, and internal stakeholders

  • Steward financial investments and associated KPIs

  • Support communication and coordination across cross-functional teams

  • Help translate partner needs into actionable plans and deliverables

  • Ensure a high-quality partner experience through proactive communication and follow-through

Partnership Activation & Execution

  • Manage end-to-end execution of partnership activations, including events, campaigns, and local experiences for Wichita’s Army of Normal Folks service club.

  • Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure alignment on objectives, timelines, and deliverables

  • Support execution across multiple activations simultaneously, ensuring quality and consistency

  • Serve as a key point of contact for partners during planning and delivery phases

  • Event & Experiential Delivery

    • Lead planning and logistics for events, including vendor coordination, run-of-show development, and onsite execution

    • Ensure all activation elements (creative, production, communications) are delivered on time and aligned to brand and partner expectations

    • Troubleshoot real-time issues during activations and ensure a smooth participant experience

    • Conduct post-event recaps and identify opportunities for improvement

    • Operational Systems & Workflow Management

      • Support and improve workflows, tools, and systems used to track partnerships and activations (e.g., Workfront or similar platforms)

      • Manage timelines, task tracking, and project coordination across multiple stakeholders

      • Identify inefficiencies and implement scalable process improvements

      • Ensure consistent use of templates, playbooks, and standards across activations

      • Reporting, Insights & Continuous Improvement

        • Track and report on activation performance, timelines, and outcomes

        • Support development of dashboards or reporting to provide visibility into partnership activities

        • Identify trends, risks, and opportunities to improve execution and impact

        • Maintain documentation, playbooks, and best practices for future activations

What You Will Bring
  • 3–6+ years of experience in partnerships, stakeholder management, account management, community engagement, or cross-functional program execution

  • Experience supporting or executing partner relationships, events, activations, or partner-driven initiatives

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

  • Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills

  • Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together's vision and principled approach to solving problems, and a commitment to stewarding our culture, which champions values including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect.

Standout Candidates Will Bring
  • Principle-Based Management (PBM) Experience
  • What We Offer
    • Competitive benefits: Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.

    • A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of over 1,300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges.

    • Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents.

    • Competitive compensation: Our approach rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities, allowing you to share in the success you help drive.

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    Stand Together headquarters

    Arlington, VA

    Company size

    200500 employees

    Founded

    2003

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