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Director of Partnership Development
Location:
Elon University Campus Title:
Director of Partnership Development Position Type:
Staff Full-Time, Time-Limited Days Per Week:
M-F Hours Per Week:
40 VP Area:
Office of the Provost and Academic Affairs Department:
Elon College, the College of Arts and Sciences Position Summary
Director of Partnership Development (DPD) plays a critical role in enabling the growth of Elon Engineering's industry-sponsored programs and establishing partnerships that align value creation and learning. The DPD supports the execution of Elon's strategic plan by creating opportunities for students to engage in impact-centered educational experiences, including the Senior Projects in Elon Engineering Design (SPEED) as well as new programs that are currently at the inception or prototype stage. The DPD's responsibilities include the full cycle of business development, project development, and partner relationship management. Many responsibilities involve interactions with faculty, students, and staff in other areas of Elon University, as well as external constituents such as alumni, non‑profit organizations, municipalities and educators at other institutions. Benefits of Working at Elon
As an Elon University employee, you'll join an internationally acclaimed university with a commitment to fostering a thriving community. Employees enjoy a generous and comprehensive benefits package that includes free use of campus fitness facilities, free admission to musical and theater performances, guest speakers, religious and ethnic observances, recitals, art exhibitions, entertainment and our Division I Phoenix athletics. Elon values and celebrates diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences and perspectives and is an equal opportunity employer. Minimum Required Education And Experience
Bachelor of Science degree required 5-10 years of professional experience in roles requiring technical collaboration, problem definitions, program or project management, and outward facing contact An engineering or other technical degree is desirable Previous success building partnerships, managing relationships, and meeting revenue goals Basic understanding of industry sectors and the connections to technology and employment trends Strong verbal and written communication skills, technical skills with high comfort with common software applications, and quantitative skills including basic data manipulation using spreadsheets Job Duties
Partnership Development:
Represent Elon Engineering to potential partner organizations Support exploration and launch of new industry-sponsored programs and partnerships Evaluate and pursue revenue-generating relationships Plan and facilitate meetings of internal and external stakeholders Draft and execute proposals and agreements for SPEED projects
Business and Project Development:
Work with Department of Engineering and faculty to develop experiential learning activities, including SPEED projects Evaluate new industry, non-profit organizations, and municipality-sponsored project opportunities Secure commitments for projects and guide through contracting process
Relationship Management:
Cultivate new contacts and manage existing partnerships for SPEED projects Support Elon's Student Professional Development Center (SPDC) efforts to build and maintain excellent relationships with external partners
Communication and External Activities:
Develop and execute communication programs with external partners Engage with other staff and faculty to support student activities related to experiential learning, internship, and career development Host external visitors (e.g., academic and industry partners, prospective donors) Proactively improve programs and processes related to SPEED Plan and execute externally facing events to support Elon Engineering brand building for a range of audiences (e.g., prospective students, new partners, technical organizations)
Special Instructions to Applicants
Priority consideration will be given to complete applications received by December 17, 2025. This position is a full-time, benefits-eligible, one-year appointment. EEO Statement
Elon values and celebrates the diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences, and perspectives of our community members. As an equal opportunity employer, Elon's principles of diversity extend to race and gender identity, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and other aspects of one's identity. At Elon, our employees respect human differences, passion for lifelong learning, emphasis on personal integrity, and an ethic of service. To Apply
To apply, visit: https://jobs.elon.edu/jobs/director-of-partnership-development-elon-university-campus-north-carolina-united-states
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Elon University Campus Title:
Director of Partnership Development Position Type:
Staff Full-Time, Time-Limited Days Per Week:
M-F Hours Per Week:
40 VP Area:
Office of the Provost and Academic Affairs Department:
Elon College, the College of Arts and Sciences Position Summary
Director of Partnership Development (DPD) plays a critical role in enabling the growth of Elon Engineering's industry-sponsored programs and establishing partnerships that align value creation and learning. The DPD supports the execution of Elon's strategic plan by creating opportunities for students to engage in impact-centered educational experiences, including the Senior Projects in Elon Engineering Design (SPEED) as well as new programs that are currently at the inception or prototype stage. The DPD's responsibilities include the full cycle of business development, project development, and partner relationship management. Many responsibilities involve interactions with faculty, students, and staff in other areas of Elon University, as well as external constituents such as alumni, non‑profit organizations, municipalities and educators at other institutions. Benefits of Working at Elon
As an Elon University employee, you'll join an internationally acclaimed university with a commitment to fostering a thriving community. Employees enjoy a generous and comprehensive benefits package that includes free use of campus fitness facilities, free admission to musical and theater performances, guest speakers, religious and ethnic observances, recitals, art exhibitions, entertainment and our Division I Phoenix athletics. Elon values and celebrates diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences and perspectives and is an equal opportunity employer. Minimum Required Education And Experience
Bachelor of Science degree required 5-10 years of professional experience in roles requiring technical collaboration, problem definitions, program or project management, and outward facing contact An engineering or other technical degree is desirable Previous success building partnerships, managing relationships, and meeting revenue goals Basic understanding of industry sectors and the connections to technology and employment trends Strong verbal and written communication skills, technical skills with high comfort with common software applications, and quantitative skills including basic data manipulation using spreadsheets Job Duties
Partnership Development:
Represent Elon Engineering to potential partner organizations Support exploration and launch of new industry-sponsored programs and partnerships Evaluate and pursue revenue-generating relationships Plan and facilitate meetings of internal and external stakeholders Draft and execute proposals and agreements for SPEED projects
Business and Project Development:
Work with Department of Engineering and faculty to develop experiential learning activities, including SPEED projects Evaluate new industry, non-profit organizations, and municipality-sponsored project opportunities Secure commitments for projects and guide through contracting process
Relationship Management:
Cultivate new contacts and manage existing partnerships for SPEED projects Support Elon's Student Professional Development Center (SPDC) efforts to build and maintain excellent relationships with external partners
Communication and External Activities:
Develop and execute communication programs with external partners Engage with other staff and faculty to support student activities related to experiential learning, internship, and career development Host external visitors (e.g., academic and industry partners, prospective donors) Proactively improve programs and processes related to SPEED Plan and execute externally facing events to support Elon Engineering brand building for a range of audiences (e.g., prospective students, new partners, technical organizations)
Special Instructions to Applicants
Priority consideration will be given to complete applications received by December 17, 2025. This position is a full-time, benefits-eligible, one-year appointment. EEO Statement
Elon values and celebrates the diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences, and perspectives of our community members. As an equal opportunity employer, Elon's principles of diversity extend to race and gender identity, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and other aspects of one's identity. At Elon, our employees respect human differences, passion for lifelong learning, emphasis on personal integrity, and an ethic of service. To Apply
To apply, visit: https://jobs.elon.edu/jobs/director-of-partnership-development-elon-university-campus-north-carolina-united-states
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