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Assistant Vice President of Corporate Partnerships

JOB SUMMARY:

Located in Clemson, SC, the Assistant Vice President, Corporate Partnerships in the Office of Corporate Partnerships (OCP) of the External Affairs Division of Clemson University works closely with key internal and external stakeholders to develop and lead enterprise-level strategies for existing and new strategic corporate partnerships in order to grow the educational and research programs of the university in alignment with the Clemson Elevate strategic plan. This individual reports to the Associate Vice President of OCP.

JOB DUTIES:

Clemson University, a public, R1 research university located in the vibrant community of Clemson, SC, in the upstate of South Carolina, is dedicated to excellence in education, research, and outreach. The Office of Corporate Partnerships (OCP) within the External Affairs Division spearheads initiatives to foster strategic collaborations between academia and industry, driving innovation and advancing the university's mission.

Role Overview: As the Assistant Vice President of Corporate Partnerships, you will lead the development and implementation of enterprise-level strategies to cultivate and expand strategic corporate partnerships. Reporting to the Associate Vice President of OCP, you will collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders to advance the educational and research programs of Clemson University in alignment with the Clemson Elevate strategic plan. This position is based full-time and in person on the main campus in Clemson, SC, while frequent regional and national travel is required. To learn more about Clemson Elevate, please use the following link: https://www.clemson.edu/elevate/index.html

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and Execute Business Development Strategies:
- Lead the formulation and execution of business development strategies to grow existing and establish new strategic corporate partnerships.
- Drive initiatives to maintain and enhance existing industry collaborations, identify new corporate opportunities, and expand the university's competitive edge in education and research.
Collaboration and Strategic Planning:
- Work collaboratively with key stakeholders, including university leadership, college deans, heads, and program managers, to assess market opportunities and identify areas for targeted growth.
- Assist in developing strategies for large multi-disciplinary grant opportunities and address resource gaps to ensure competitiveness in targeted market areas.
Representative and Advisor:
- Serve as the representative of OCP and the External Affairs Division at campus meetings and events, providing strategic insights and advice in the absence of senior leadership.
- Offer guidance to senior leadership on engagement strategies and participate in relevant committee assignments aligned with the mission of OCP and the External Affairs Division.
Oversight and Planning:
- Collaborate with the Associate Vice President of OCP to manage and develop planning documents for the Senior Business Development Director.
- Ensure engagement of OCP student interns in research and support activities for strategic corporate partners.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Work Experience:

15+ years of proven success in creating corporate and academic partnerships across multiple industries.
Comprehensive knowledge of business development practices, with the ability to apply them in complex situations.
Strong leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and proactively build new and expand existing corporate partnerships.

Additional Requirements:

Flexibility to travel overnight as needed.
Availability to work evenings and weekends.
Valid driver's license and willingness to drive as necessary.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Master's Degree

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
Walk or move about
Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
Recognize or inspect visually

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Overnight Travel

Work on weekends and evenings. Driving a car.

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours: 37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Essential Level 2 employee

Required to maintain/resume essential support functions, deliver direct care services, and/or provide recovery support before normal operations resume. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on-call.

JOB LOCATION:

This position is based full-time and in person on the main campus in Clemson, SC, while frequent regional and national travel is required.

BENEFITS INFORMATION:

For detailed information on the benefits being offered with this position, please click HERE.

HOW TO APPLY:

The priority deadline is May 24, 2024, but applications may continue to be reviewed until the position is filled. To apply, please use the following Interfolio link, http://apply.interfolio.com/145286 and upload the following: (1) a cover letter detailing the applicant's qualifications for the position, (2) a current resume, (3) and the contact information for 3-5 references.

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.