Head of Public-Sector Growth & Partnerships

iHeartMedia; Minneapolis, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 136,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

Life insurance (basic + supplemental)

Paid vacation & sick time

Paid holidays

Spirit day for volunteering

401K plan

EAP program

Additional voluntary programs

Job summary

iHeartMedia in Minneapolis, MN seeks a Vice President of Unified Partnerships to drive revenue through strategic agency and public sector partnerships. You will cultivate executive relationships, lead multi‑platform sales, and expand government contracting opportunities.

The role requires strong grant/RFP experience, cross‑functional leadership, and the ability to deliver innovative marketing solutions across broadcast, digital, and emerging media channels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Business, Marketing, Communications, Public Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years in media sales, partnerships, or government relations.
• Experience building strategic partnerships with agencies and public‑sector orgs.
• Experience in government contracting, procurement processes, or grant work.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain executive‑level partnerships with agencies and public sector entities.
• Lead revenue growth through multi‑platform sales initiatives and client expansion.
• Nurture government relations and pursue contract opportunities in the public sector.
• Oversee grant submissions, RFPs, RFQs, and competitive proposals.

Skills

Strategic partnerships

Revenue growth

Public sector sales

Grant & RFP development

Govt relations

C-level engagement

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Comm/Public Admin

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

CRM software

Job description

iHeartMedia in Minneapolis, MN seeks a Vice President of Unified Partnerships to drive revenue through strategic agency and public sector partnerships. You will cultivate executive relationships, lead multi‑platform sales, and expand government contracting opportunities.

The role requires strong grant/RFP experience, cross‑functional leadership, and the ability to deliver innovative marketing solutions across broadcast, digital, and emerging media channels.