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University of Michigan Strategic Partnership and Career Development Manager in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Strategic Partnership and Career Development Manager
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Job Summary
The Erb Institute is the business-sustainability partnership between the Ross School of Business and the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan. Founded in 1996, the institute is recognized as a global leader in working with students, scholars, companies, nonprofits, and policymakers to improve the social, environmental, human rights, and diversity impact of business in Michigan, across the United States, and around the globe. Our mission is to create a sustainable world through the power of business. We fulfill our mission through educational programs, faculty and research, and business engagement. Learn more about the Erb InstituteHERE (https://erb.umich.edu/) .
This role is hybrid with on-site expectations in Ann Arbor, MI 3 days per week. Requires occasional travel (1-2x/month) in Michigan, the US. International travel (1-2x/year) may also be required. You will occasionally work during early mornings, nights, or weekends. For a full job description, see linkhere (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LtCC9xxGuwIxSNc6OGmMAkeA5fx4yMZ7/view) . For questions about this role, email [email protected] .
Purpose:
The Strategic Partnerships and Career Development Manager identifies, evaluates, and manages new business and partnership opportunities for the Erb Institute. You will build and execute Erb's Alumni engagement strategy, and lead the development of our career development program for Erb graduate and undergraduate students. These efforts include establishing and maintaining relationships with potential partners, donors, and alumni on behalf of the Erb Institute. You will report to the Managing Director.
Why Work at Michigan?
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, the University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
Generous time off (Vacation, Holidays, Season Days)
A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Flexible Work Program
Ross Onsite Fitness Center
Responsibilities*
Partnership Development: (40%)
Build and maintain relationships with industry groups, conference organizers, and business sustainability organizations to enhance brand identity, promote institute thought leadership, and support the career development of our students and alumni.
Research and share business sustainability trends with leadership, staff, and partners to inform programming and content.
Represent the institute at domestic and international business sustainability events.
Lead Erb Institute business engagement working groups to connect institute research with business sustainability practices.
Collaborate on the Erb Institute's advancement strategy, including fundraising efforts and donor relations.
Partner with UM, Ross, and SEAS development teams to advance development efforts and strengthen donor relationships.
Support leadership in developing proposals for executive business sustainability learning programs, and work with Ross Executive Education and SEAS to create business sustainability training.
Alumni Strategy: (30%)
Develop and execute a comprehensive alumni engagement strategy for Erb undergraduate and graduate alumni.
Build relationships with alumni, fostering collaboration in business, research, and teaching, and creating a sense of community.
Organize multiple annual regional alumni events and lead bi-annual alumni reunions with professional development, networking, and social activities.
Create and oversee alumni/student mentorship programs in partnership with the student affairs team.
Collaborate with student affairs team to maintain an up-to-date alumni database, ensuring accurate contact and employment information.
Career Development: (30%)
Develop and implement a career strategy to help Erb students secure competitive job placements, in coordination with UM, SEAS, and Ross career services.
Build and maintain partnerships with campus career units and external organizations.
Stay current on market trends and act as the in-house expert on business sustainability workforce dynamics and opportunities.
Create and lead career development programs for alumni.
Required Qualifications*
Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of related work experience or equivalent combination of education/work experience.
Experience cultivating relationships with partners across different industries and sectors.
Experience organizing, facilitating, and leading meetings and events.
Demonstrated project management, organizational, and administrative experience.
Expertise in strategic management and leading initiatives that align with business operations.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .
Additional Information
The posting range for this position is $66,900-$86,350. This posting range reflects multiple factors involved in determining compensation, such as skills, experience, training, certifications, and other organizational needs. At Ross, it is not common for new hires to be offered a salary at the upper end of the range . Compensation decisions are based on the details of each situation.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
255327
Working Title
Strategic Partnership and Career Development Manager
Job Title
Key Account Mgmt Intermediate
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
School Bus Admin
Department
ROSS SCH Erb Institute
Posting Begin/End Date
10/04/2024 - 10/25/2024
Salary
$66,900.00 - $86,350.00
Career Interest
Communications & Marketing
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