USRowing Director of Partnership Management
US Rowing Association, West Windsor, NJ, United States
Job Title:
USRowing Director of Partnership Management
Reports to:
Chief Development Officer
Location:
Remote position; must be willing to travel.
Job Type:
Full time
Posting date:
4/9/2026
Application Deadline:
TBD
Job Summary With a rich Olympic and Paralympic legacy and strong momentum leading into the LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games, USRowing is building a commercial team designed to unlock meaningful, long‑term partnerships that drive growth for both the sport and our growing portfolio of partners.
We are seeking a Director, Partnership Management to lead the execution, growth, and long‑term success of USRowing’s corporate and licensee partnerships. This role will serve as the primary steward of partner relationships, ensuring seamless delivery of rights and assets while identifying opportunities to deepen engagement, drive renewals, and expand partnerships on the road to LA28 and beyond.
This is a high‑impact role for a relationship‑driven, detail‑oriented leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy, execution, and storytelling.
Key Responsibilities
Partner Leadership & Cross‑Functional Account Management
Serve as the primary relationship lead for USRowing’s corporate partners and licensees, building trusted, long‑term partnerships and ensuring alignment on goals, deliverables, and strategic priorities.
Help design and evolve a best‑in‑class partner experience across the USRowing ecosystem, driving partner satisfaction, retention, and overall account success.
Act as the internal voice of the partner, aligning stakeholders across marketing, events, development, and leadership to deliver cohesive, high‑impact programs.
Activation, Delivery, Measurement & ROI
Oversee the end‑to‑end execution of partnership deliverables across events, content, and platforms.
Develop activation plans, manage timelines, and coordinate cross‑functionally across Marketing, Events, and Development teams to ensure high‑quality, on‑time delivery.
Maintain CRM accuracy and support the development of internal processes, tools, and SOPs to scale partnership management.
Own partnership reporting and storytelling, delivering clear, data‑driven recaps that highlight performance, audience reach, and impact.
Establish consistent KPIs and reporting frameworks to support renewals and future investment.
Renewals & Growth
Lead renewal strategy and conversations, focusing on retention and year‑over‑year value growth.
Identify and develop upsell opportunities across new assets, programs, and platforms in partnership with sales and leadership.
Contribute to the development of new partnership platforms, including LA28‑related hospitality and integrated national programming.
Ownership & Execution Mindset
Operate with an entrepreneurial, solutions‑oriented approach, owning outcomes, driving accountability, and elevating the quality and creativity of partner execution.
Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field
8‑12 years of experience in partnership management, account management, or sponsorship activation within sports, media, or live events
Proven track record of managing and growing corporate partnerships
Strong experience executing integrated campaigns across events, content, and experiential platforms
Exceptional relationship management and communication skills
Highly organized with strong project management capabilities and attention to detail
Experience with CRM tools and reporting frameworks
Passion for sports, community, and/or athlete storytelling is highly valued
Why Join USRowing?
Be part of a national governing body with a deep Olympic & Paralympic legacy and clear runway to LA28.
Help build and shape a modern commercial program at a pivotal moment of growth.
Work with a passionate community that spans grassroots participation to elite international competition.
Collaborate with athletes, brands, and partners to tell powerful stories and drive meaningful impact.
Compensation:
$80,000–$90,000
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online with a resume and a brief cover letter outlining their experience and interest in the role.
Review of resumes will begin immediately.
USRowing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We are committed to growing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the sport of rowing and believe that works begins in our own space. We believe diversity makes us stronger and encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and life experiences to apply to join our team.
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USRowing Director of Partnership Management
Reports to:
Chief Development Officer
Location:
Remote position; must be willing to travel.
Job Type:
Full time
Posting date:
4/9/2026
Application Deadline:
TBD
Job Summary With a rich Olympic and Paralympic legacy and strong momentum leading into the LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games, USRowing is building a commercial team designed to unlock meaningful, long‑term partnerships that drive growth for both the sport and our growing portfolio of partners.
We are seeking a Director, Partnership Management to lead the execution, growth, and long‑term success of USRowing’s corporate and licensee partnerships. This role will serve as the primary steward of partner relationships, ensuring seamless delivery of rights and assets while identifying opportunities to deepen engagement, drive renewals, and expand partnerships on the road to LA28 and beyond.
This is a high‑impact role for a relationship‑driven, detail‑oriented leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy, execution, and storytelling.
Key Responsibilities
Partner Leadership & Cross‑Functional Account Management
Serve as the primary relationship lead for USRowing’s corporate partners and licensees, building trusted, long‑term partnerships and ensuring alignment on goals, deliverables, and strategic priorities.
Help design and evolve a best‑in‑class partner experience across the USRowing ecosystem, driving partner satisfaction, retention, and overall account success.
Act as the internal voice of the partner, aligning stakeholders across marketing, events, development, and leadership to deliver cohesive, high‑impact programs.
Activation, Delivery, Measurement & ROI
Oversee the end‑to‑end execution of partnership deliverables across events, content, and platforms.
Develop activation plans, manage timelines, and coordinate cross‑functionally across Marketing, Events, and Development teams to ensure high‑quality, on‑time delivery.
Maintain CRM accuracy and support the development of internal processes, tools, and SOPs to scale partnership management.
Own partnership reporting and storytelling, delivering clear, data‑driven recaps that highlight performance, audience reach, and impact.
Establish consistent KPIs and reporting frameworks to support renewals and future investment.
Renewals & Growth
Lead renewal strategy and conversations, focusing on retention and year‑over‑year value growth.
Identify and develop upsell opportunities across new assets, programs, and platforms in partnership with sales and leadership.
Contribute to the development of new partnership platforms, including LA28‑related hospitality and integrated national programming.
Ownership & Execution Mindset
Operate with an entrepreneurial, solutions‑oriented approach, owning outcomes, driving accountability, and elevating the quality and creativity of partner execution.
Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field
8‑12 years of experience in partnership management, account management, or sponsorship activation within sports, media, or live events
Proven track record of managing and growing corporate partnerships
Strong experience executing integrated campaigns across events, content, and experiential platforms
Exceptional relationship management and communication skills
Highly organized with strong project management capabilities and attention to detail
Experience with CRM tools and reporting frameworks
Passion for sports, community, and/or athlete storytelling is highly valued
Why Join USRowing?
Be part of a national governing body with a deep Olympic & Paralympic legacy and clear runway to LA28.
Help build and shape a modern commercial program at a pivotal moment of growth.
Work with a passionate community that spans grassroots participation to elite international competition.
Collaborate with athletes, brands, and partners to tell powerful stories and drive meaningful impact.
Compensation:
$80,000–$90,000
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online with a resume and a brief cover letter outlining their experience and interest in the role.
Review of resumes will begin immediately.
USRowing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We are committed to growing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the sport of rowing and believe that works begins in our own space. We believe diversity makes us stronger and encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and life experiences to apply to join our team.
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