Partnerships & Engagement Manager — University Collaboration

Northern Kentucky University; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern Kentucky University seeks a Partnerships Manager for the Norse Network Hub on a fixed-term basis. You will serve as the primary liaison between community and business partners and the university, coordinating inquiries with the right departments, and managing timelines and deliverables.

The role requires strong customer service, project management, and tech-savvy skills, with experience using CRM/workflow systems and the ability to navigate a complex university environment to advance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, or related field.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Proficient with CRM/workflow systems and quick to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison for external partners.
• Manage meetings, outcomes, and communications.
• Route inquiries to appropriate departments.
• Track inquiries and ensure progress.
• Develop efficient processes for data management.
• Support school-community engagement initiatives.
• Collaborate across campus to execute the hub’s partnership model.
• Provide excellent customer service to meet objectives and timelines.

Skills

Customer service

Relationship management

Collaboration

Project management

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration

Bachelor’s degree in communications

Bachelor’s degree in higher education administration

Tools

Raiser’s Edge

Handshake

Team Dynamix

Job description

Northern Kentucky University seeks a Partnerships Manager for the Norse Network Hub on a fixed-term basis. You will serve as the primary liaison between community and business partners and the university, coordinating inquiries with the right departments, and managing timelines and deliverables.

The role requires strong customer service, project management, and tech-savvy skills, with experience using CRM/workflow systems and the ability to navigate a complex university environment to advance