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Title
Text copied to clipboard!University Partnership Manager
Description
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We are looking for a University Partnership Manager to join our team and lead the development and management of strategic partnerships with universities and academic institutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in relationship management, business development, and higher education. You will be responsible for identifying potential university partners, negotiating partnership agreements, and ensuring the successful implementation of collaborative programs. Your role will involve working closely with internal stakeholders, including marketing, sales, and product development teams, to align partnership goals with our organizational objectives. You will also be responsible for maintaining ongoing relationships with university partners, monitoring the performance of partnership initiatives, and identifying opportunities for growth and improvement. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and negotiation skills, a deep understanding of the higher education landscape, and a proven track record of managing successful partnerships. If you are passionate about education and have the skills to build and maintain strong relationships with academic institutions, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Identify and evaluate potential university partners.
- Negotiate partnership agreements and terms.
- Develop and implement partnership strategies.
- Collaborate with internal teams to align partnership goals.
- Monitor and report on the performance of partnership initiatives.
- Maintain ongoing relationships with university partners.
- Identify opportunities for partnership growth and improvement.
- Coordinate joint marketing and promotional activities.
- Ensure compliance with partnership agreements.
- Provide regular updates to senior management.
- Organize and attend partnership meetings and events.
- Develop and manage partnership budgets.
- Prepare and deliver presentations to university stakeholders.
- Conduct market research to identify trends and opportunities.
- Manage partnership-related documentation and records.
- Resolve any issues or conflicts that arise with partners.
- Support the development of new academic programs and initiatives.
- Evaluate the impact of partnerships on organizational goals.
- Ensure alignment with regulatory and accreditation requirements.
- Foster a culture of collaboration and mutual benefit.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Business, Education, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in partnership management or business development.
- Strong understanding of the higher education landscape.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Proven track record of managing successful partnerships.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Ability to travel as needed.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience with CRM software.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
- Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation requirements.
- Experience in developing and managing budgets.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Strong presentation and public speaking skills.
- High level of professionalism and integrity.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and environments.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Passion for education and lifelong learning.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience in managing university partnerships?
- How do you approach identifying potential university partners?
- What strategies have you used to negotiate partnership agreements?
- Can you provide an example of a successful partnership you managed?
- How do you ensure alignment between partnership goals and organizational objectives?
- What methods do you use to monitor the performance of partnership initiatives?
- How do you handle conflicts or issues that arise with partners?
- Can you describe a time when you identified an opportunity for partnership growth?
- How do you stay informed about trends and changes in the higher education landscape?
- What experience do you have with CRM software and other partnership management tools?
- How do you manage your time and prioritize tasks in a partnership management role?
- Can you provide an example of a joint marketing or promotional activity you coordinated?
- How do you ensure compliance with partnership agreements and regulatory requirements?
- What steps do you take to build and maintain strong relationships with university partners?
- How do you evaluate the impact of partnerships on organizational goals?
- Can you describe your experience with budget management in a partnership context?
- What skills do you believe are essential for a University Partnership Manager?
- How do you handle the pressure of meeting deadlines and achieving partnership targets?
- What motivates you to work in the field of education and partnership management?
- How do you adapt to changing priorities and environments in your role?
