Partnership Development Strategist

Howard University

Base: $80,000 - $85,000; bonus/equity: not specifi...
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5-7 years professional experience in partnerships
Bachelor's degree required with advanced preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills
** Howard University is seeking a Partnership Development Strategist to foster strategic partnerships that align with its institutional priorities in academics, research, workforce development, and community engagement. The role involves cultivating relationships with corporate and community partners while supporting internal initiatives that enhance student and faculty opportunities. **

Job Summary

  • This role supports the development of strategic partnerships aligning with Howard University's institutional priorities in academics, research, and community engagement.
  • The position requires translating university strengths into external-facing opportunities while coordinating cross-functional teams across academic and administrative units.
  • Howard University offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 403(b) match, tuition reimbursement, and flexible work arrangements.

Matching Summary

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** Howard University is seeking a Partnership Development Strategist to foster strategic partnerships that align with its institutional priorities in academics, research, workforce development, and community engagement. The role involves cultivating relationships with corporate and community partners while supporting internal initiatives that enhance student and faculty opportunities. **

Salary

Base: $80,000 - $85,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 403(b) match, PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5-7 years professional experience in partnerships
  • Bachelor's degree required with advanced preferred
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience preparing proposals and strategy documents
  • Ability to manage multiple stakeholders

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in higher education partnership development
  • Familiarity with CRM systems like Salesforce
  • Background in workforce development initiatives
  • Knowledge of innovation ecosystems
  • Public-private partnership experience

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
  • 5-7 years relevant professional experience
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional initiatives

Work Rights

Not specified

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