"Associate Director of Partnerships and Outreach"

Associate Director of Partnerships and Outreach

Company: National Louis University

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Category: Economic and Business Development

Type: Full-Time

Who We Are:

National Louis is a 135+ year old university that has been grounded in the values of innovation, access, excellence, and equity from its inception. As an institution, we believe in providing access to educational opportunity and that education is our greatest lever for social and economic mobility. We are a student-focused community that is committed to continuous improvement and superior student service. We believe that through education we are able to empower change and build healthy communities. Our hard-working community is based on collaboration and respect for all team members and students.

What You Will Do:

The Associate Director of Partnerships and Outreach plays a key role in expanding the university’s reach and impact through strategic collaborations and community engagement. This position connects education and opportunity—building relationships that support student success and institutional growth.

In this role, you will work across departments—including Enrollment, Marketing, Academic Affairs, and Career Services—to create and manage partnership strategies that advance the university’s mission and goals. We’re seeking a professional who is both mission-driven and results-oriented—someone who thrives on relationship-building, collaboration, and measurable impact.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead the development, management, and evaluation of strategic partnerships across PK–12 schools, nonprofits, corporations, and community organizations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify and expand partnerships that drive enrollment, outreach, and visibility.
• Oversee partnership agreements, data-sharing efforts, and internal service-level commitments.
• Produce data-driven insights and reports to inform strategy and leadership decisions.
• Represent the university at community, professional, and industry events to promote programs and partnership opportunities.
• Partner with marketing teams to align outreach initiatives with brand and communication goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of professional experience in higher education, partnerships, outreach, business development, or a related area.
• Experience working with CRMs (i.e. Salesforce), strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to cultivate and sustain strategic relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong communication, presentation, and analytical skills.
• A collaborative, adaptable approach and comfort working across departments to achieve shared goals.

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