Strategic Partnerships & Events Project Manager

The Strategic Partnerships & Events Project Manager is a critical leadership and coordination role within the City of Philadelphia’s Digital Equity Unit, responsible for managing strategic partnerships, institutional engagement, sponsor and vendor coordination, and large-scale Digital Equity initiatives and events that support residents across Philadelphia.

This position serves as the primary liaison between the Digital Equity Unit and external stakeholders including City Council offices, universities, vendors, sponsors, nonprofit organizations, workforce partners, and institutional collaborators. The role also leads project coordination and strategic planning for major digital inclusion initiatives including Power Up Philly, Power Up Tours, digital literacy events, youth showcases, and citywide technology engagement efforts.

The ideal candidate brings strong project management skills, relationship-building expertise, operational coordination experience, and the ability to manage multiple initiatives and stakeholders simultaneously in a fast-paced public sector environment.

This role is highly collaborative and works across all Digital Equity program areas to strengthen partnerships, expand resources, increase participation, and support successful delivery of digital inclusion initiatives throughout Philadelphia neighborhoods.

ABOUT THE DIGITAL EQUITY UNIT

The Digital Equity Unit delivers multiple citywide programs focused on expanding digital access, digital literacy, technology support, and resident engagement throughout Philadelphia.

The Strategic Partnerships & Events Project Manager supports all program areas including:
• Broadband Access
• Device Distribution
• Digital Navigator Program
• Digital Literacy Training
• DLA Program Management
• Spark Academy

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Partnership Management
• Build and maintain relationships with City Council offices, universities, technology vendors, sponsors, nonprofit organizations, workforce development partners, and institutional stakeholders
• Serve as the primary liaison for strategic external partnerships supporting Digital Equity initiatives
• Identify opportunities to expand partnerships, sponsorships, and collaborative initiatives
• Coordinate ongoing engagement with institutional and community stakeholders
• Support partnership development that expands resident access to digital resources and services

Event Project Management & Coordination
• Lead project coordination for major Digital Equity initiatives and events from planning through execution and post-event follow-up
• Support execution of Power Up Philly, Power Up Tours, district device distribution events, digital literacy events, technology expos, Spark Academy showcases, and partner engagement events
• Develop event timelines, run-of-show documents, coordination plans, and stakeholder deliverables
• Coordinate partner participation and institutional engagement for events and initiatives
• Support cross-functional planning and operational coordination across the Digital Equity Unit
• Assist with post-event reporting, lessons learned, and improvement planning

Vendor & Sponsor Coordination
• Coordinate technology vendors, sponsors, and institutional partners participating in Digital Equity initiatives
• Manage sponsor communications and partnership deliverables
• Coordinate vendor participation and operational expectations
• Support procurement coordination and vendor compliance processes
• Ensure vendor and partner alignment with City operational and compliance requirements

Council & Institutional Engagement
• Coordinate with Council offices regarding district-based Digital Equity initiatives and events
• Support engagement with Temple University and other institutional partners
• Coordinate stakeholder meetings and collaborative initiatives
• Assist with executive-level engagement and partnership communications
• Support strategic planning discussions with external partners and stakeholders

SIGNATURE INITIATIVES THIS ROLE WILL SUPPORT

• Power Up Philly — Citywide digital access and technology engagement event
• Power Up Tours — Neighborhood-based digital inclusion events across districts
• District Device Distributions — Council district technology distribution initiatives
• Spark Academy Showcases — Youth technology and workforce development events
• DLA Partner Convenings — Stakeholder and partner collaboration meetings
• Community Technology Initiatives — Partner-supported outreach and engagement efforts