DIR, Corporate Engagement

Summary

The Director of Corporate Engagement plays a pivotal role in fostering strategic partnerships between the organization and corporate entities. This position oversees the development and execution of corporate engagement strategies to advance the organization’s mission and goals. Key responsibilities include business development, relationship management, performance benchmarking, and ensuring alignment with industry best practices.

Examples of Work

Job functions are specific duties that would be included in the essential functions of the job description.  These functions are not all-inclusive nor do they cover the full extent of the duties performed.

• Manage the development and implementation of comprehensive corporate engagement strategies to maximize industry partnerships and support organizational objectives.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with key corporate stakeholders to facilitate collaboration and support for research, education, and philanthropic initiatives.
• Manage and build a portfolio of corporate stakeholders and strategically manage relationships to bring major gift solicitations to closure.
• Evaluate and benchmark corporate engagement efforts against industry standards, identifying areas for improvement and innovation.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure alignment of corporate engagement activities with organizational goals and priorities.
• Build and maintain a strong team of corporate engagement professionals and/or support staff.
• Serve as an advisor to the college leaders and deans on corporate engagement partnerships.
• Develop comprehensive strategies to engage corporate targets.

Education and Experience

Master’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and three years of appropriate experience in corporate relations, business development or other related field; or a bachelor’s degree in appropriate areas of specialization and five years of experience in corporate relations, business development, or other related field.

Licensure and Certification

N/A

Supervision

This position will supervise a team of corporate engagement professionals and support staff, providing guidance and direction in executing engagement strategies and initiatives.

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