Job Opening: Executive Director, Corporate Engagement
- Company
- Kansas State University
- Location
- Manhattan, KS
- Posted on
- May 13, 2024
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Executive Director, Corporate Engagement\
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Department: 3670001300 SVP Exec Affair, Engmt & Pship\
Job no: 517325\
Employment type: Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Regular)\
Location: Manhattan, Kansas\
Worksite: On-site requirement\
Categories: Executive / Director / Management, Community Development /
Community Vitality\
Pay Grade: 15A\
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About This Role:\
The Executive Director of Corporate Engagement at Kansas State
University plays a pivotal role in advancing the university\'s strategic
objectives. They foster strong relationships with corporate partners,
promote interdisciplinary collaboration internally, and act as a liaison
between K-State and external stakeholders to drive innovation.
Additionally, they leverage data and feedback to refine strategies
continuously. This position also facilitates connections between
external partners and university talent, enhancing the student pipeline
and providing corporations access to research and creative works.
Reporting to the Senior Vice President for Executive Affairs, University
Engagement, and Partnerships/Chief of Staff, the Executive Director is
crucial in driving corporate engagement initiatives at K-State.\
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Duties include but are not limited to:
- Developing and implementing strategies to establish partnerships
with local, national, and international corporations.
- Leading university-wide planning groups for corporate engagement,
fostering collaboration and innovation.
- Representing K-State at industry events to promote university
capabilities and forge new partnerships.
- Driving corporate partnerships and entrepreneurship in the region
using university resources.
- Serving as the primary liaison for corporate partners, negotiating
agreements and organizing site visits.
- Implementing a CRM platform to monitor engagement activities and
outcomes.
- Establishing KPIs to measure success of engagement efforts and drive
improvement.
- Develop communication strategies for corporate engagement and
economic development.
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Why Join Us:\
Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that
includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time
off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available,
please visit:
https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits\
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We Support Diversity and Inclusion:\
Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university
actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and
cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The
University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of
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Worksite Options:\
This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed
on employer premises or designated assignment location.\
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for K-State\'s guidance and policies on remote work and flexible work
arrangements. Remote work agreements are required for all flexible work
arrangements and are subject to review.\
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What You\'ll Need to Succeed:\
Minimum Qualifications:
- Requires a bachelor\'s degree and seven years minimum of related
experience.
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Preferred Qualifications:
- Education:
- Master\'s and/or Doctorate preferred in a job-related field.
- Experience:
- Seven years or more of successful corporate engagement, economic
development, bu iness development and/or customer management
facing experience.
- Proven track record of building and maintaining successful
partnerships with corporate entities.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to
inspire and motivate others.
- Ability to travel, including some nights and weekends.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into
actionable plans and initiatives.
- Knowledge of economic development principles, funding mechanisms
and best practices.
- Demonstrated communication and collaboration skills with a
record of accomplishment in successfully interfacing with
executives and internal/external influencers.
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments and
disciplines to achieve common goals.
- Exhibits a strong commitment to the land grant mission of Kansas
State University.
- Demonstrates skills as a self-starter and strong team player.
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Other Requirements:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United Sta