External Affairs & Partnerships Coordinator

Holland America-Princess (Holland America Dawson City Inn); Utqiaġvik (AK); On-site; USD 82,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

16 paid holidays

Paid leave up to 36 days

Retirement benefits

Health insurance

Job summary

Ilisagvik College seeks an External Affairs Coordinator/Manager to lead external relations and government affairs, strengthening partnerships and advancing institutional priorities. You will coordinate with tribal and government partners and support communications and fundraising initiatives.

Under the President, you will prepare reports, briefings, and presentations, and help guide the college’s indigenization and campus development efforts with cross‑department collaboration.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 3 years in external relations or related field.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead external relations and government affairs efforts under the President.
• Develop and implement strategies to strengthen partnerships and advocacy.
• Draft reports, white papers, and briefing materials for stakeholders.
• Coordinate with tribal, local, state, and federal partners and committees.
• Support fundraising, campus development, and communications activities.

Skills

Self-motivation

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Public affairs

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Ilisagvik College seeks an External Affairs Coordinator/Manager to lead external relations and government affairs, strengthening partnerships and advancing institutional priorities. You will coordinate with tribal and government partners and support communications and fundraising initiatives.

Under the President, you will prepare reports, briefings, and presentations, and help guide the college’s indigenization and campus development efforts with cross‑department collaboration.