Director, Partnership Management

About the Company

Semafor is a global news platform designed to deliver reporting and insights with rigor and transparency. The platform aims to help readers understand the forces shaping global stories and navigate a multi-polar world through diverse perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to C-Suite level clients and partners to ensure project alignment with their priorities.
• Manage the full lifecycle of integrated client programs, acting as the primary liaison between internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Lead client onboarding and transition processes from sales to post-sale execution.
• Oversee the delivery of diverse programs including live events, digital advertising, custom content, and proprietary research.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with creative, sales, editorial, and product teams to ensure seamless campaign execution.
• Develop detailed project plans, track progress, and proactively resolve client concerns.
• Identify opportunities for strategic account growth, upselling, and client retention.
• Analyze campaign performance data to provide actionable insights and post-campaign reports.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in program management, client services, or related fields within media or marketing.
• Proven experience managing complex, integrated projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• Experience managing digital advertising campaigns, podcasts, and both large and small format events.
• Expertise in project management tools and methodologies.
• Sophisticated communication, presentation, and negotiation skills for C-Suite engagement.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret campaign data.
• Familiarity with digital advertising platforms (Google Ads, programmatic) and analytics tools (Google Analytics).
• Experience with CRM and campaign management tools like Boostr or Asana.
• Ability to work flexible hours and travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with global clients, particularly in the US and Gulf regions.
• Understanding of B2B and B2G strategic dynamics.
• Deep respect for media, journalism, and editorial independence.