The University Partnership Coordinator will work closely with the university's leadership team and develop and maintain partnerships between the university and other institutions or organizations. The successful candidate will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with external partners, identifying opportunities for collaboration, and ensuring effective communication with the Director of Operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a strategy for identifying and pursuing partnership opportunities that align with the university's mission and goals
- Establish and maintain relationships with external partners, including businesses, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and other universities
- Collaborate with internal managers and directors to identify opportunities for collaboration and partnership
- Provide support and guidance to university staff and faculty on partnership-related matters
- Actively seek out hiring and recruitment opportunities for partnership initiatives
- Work with the university's marketing team to promote partnership initiatives and successes
- Manage partnership agreements and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and policies
- Maintain an up-to-date understanding of industry trends, best practices, and new technologies related to university partnerships
- Monitor and report on the progress of partnership initiatives to university leadership
Requirements
- 2-3 years of experience in partnership development or a related field
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
- Knowledge of university operations and structure is a plus
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with both internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to network and generate referrals and leads
- Experience with project management and contract negotiation is preferred