Continuing Education and External Partnerships Coordinator

Oglethorpe University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a dynamic Coordinator for Continuing Education and External Partnerships. This exciting role involves developing non-degree programs, managing summer camps, and fostering community partnerships to enhance engagement and diversify revenue. Ideal candidates will possess strong project management and communication skills, as well as an entrepreneurial spirit. Join a forward-thinking university dedicated to expanding its reach and impact within the community. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative educational initiatives and make a positive difference in the lives of learners of all ages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, business, public administration, or related field preferred.
• Experience in continuing education, community outreach, or partnership development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage non-credit continuing education programs and certificate courses.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with community organizations for customized training.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Organizational Skills

Entrepreneurial Spirit

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education

Master’s Degree Preferred

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Oglethorpe University - Atlanta, GA

Position Type: Full-Time Staff

Education Level: Graduate Degree Preferred

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Category: Education

Description

The Coordinator for Continuing Education and External Partnerships will support the university’s mission by identifying and developing strategic, non-degree revenue-generating initiatives beyond the traditional academic calendar. This position plays a central role in launching and managing non-degree continuing education offerings, building external partnerships, and overseeing the planning and execution of summer camps and programs for youth and adults. The goal is to expand the university’s reach, enhance community engagement, and diversify revenue streams.

This position requires strong organizational skills, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to collaborate effectively with academic departments, external organizations, and campus support offices.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Development & Management

• Collaborate with the CFO/COO, President, and other senior administrative leadership to develop and manage non-credit continuing education programs, certificate courses, and professional development offerings.
• Oversee the coordination and implementation of summer programs and camps for youth, including logistics, staffing, registration, and compliance with university policies.
• Ensure a high-quality experience for all participants across both adult and youth programming.

External Partnership Development

• Identify and cultivate relationships with community organizations, industry partners, and businesses to design and deliver customized training, workshops, and other educational offerings.
• Serve as a key point of contact for external stakeholders seeking to collaborate with the university on education-based initiatives.

Summer Camp Strategy & Execution

• Develop and expand a portfolio of summer camp offerings in partnership with campus departments and external groups.
• Manage risk assessment, budgeting, and marketing for youth programs.
• Ensure that all youth protection, safety, and compliance protocols are followed.

Marketing, Outreach & Revenue Growth

• Conduct market research to identify new opportunities aligned with workforce needs and community interests.
• Collaborate with marketing and communications to promote programs to target audiences.
• Track program participation, financial performance, and partner satisfaction to inform continuous improvement and strategic planning.

Administrative Coordination

• Maintain budgets, contracts, registration systems, and evaluation tools for all external programming.
• Provide regular reports on outcomes, enrollment, and impact.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, business, public administration, or related field (master’s preferred).
• Experience in continuing education, community outreach, youth programming, or partnership development.
• Strong project management, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Familiarity with youth protection policies and risk management for campus-based programming.