Account Manager (Remote-US)

Job description

Contract (Hourly, 6-12 months to start) and Staff (Full-Time) Considered Remote (US-Based, some travel required): DataKind is seeking an Account Manager to serve as the primary relationship owner for higher education institutions that are early adopters of one or more of DataKind’s higher ed solutions. This role is central to ensuring our higher education partners are successful, satisfied, and growing. The Account Manager will own the long-term health of these high-visibility partnerships, serving as the connective tissue between institutions and DataKind's internal teams. Location Remote, anywhere in the U.S. Working hours are primarily between 8am–5pm local time, with flexibility to coordinate across Eastern, Central, and Pacific time zones. This role requires periodic travel to partner institutions (25–40% during peak periods). Compensation Range: Full-time Employee : $75,000 - $94,000 annually + benefits. Actual placement depends on experience and internal equity. Candidates who meet core requirements are typically positioned in the lower to middle of the range. Independent Contractor : $45 - $56/hour. Competitive rates scaled appropriately to account for self-funded benefits...