SimLab Outreach & Partnerships Lead

University of Wisconsin; Madison, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin–Madison's Wisconsin Center for Education Research invites an Outreach Program Associate Director (B) to advance the SimLab's growth, visibility, and impact. Reporting to the SimLab Director, the role develops partnerships with campus units, school districts, foundations, and industry, and leads communications and outreach efforts.

You will help shape strategy, manage projects, coordinate publications, and represent the lab at campus, regional, and national levels in a

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to develop, cultivate, and sustain collaborative partnerships with diverse internal and external stakeholders
• Experience leading strategic initiatives, organizational development efforts, or complex projects involving multiple partners and competing priorities
• Knowledge of outreach, stakeholder engagement, relationship management, strategic communications, marketing, and partnership development
• Demonstrated experience developing written communications including reports, presentations, publications, promotional materials, website content, or other communication products
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical audiences
• Demonstrated ability to build consensus, influence stakeholders, and foster collaborative relationships without direct supervisory authority
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple initiatives and meet deadlines
• Ability to identify opportunities that strengthen outreach, partnerships, stakeholder engagement, and organizational impact
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite and other business technology applications

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies that expand the SimLab's partnerships, visibility, and long-term sustainability.
• Build, cultivate, and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including campus leadership, faculty, school districts, healthcare organizations, professional associations, nonprofit organizations, industry collaborators, and funding partners.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to establish new partnerships that advance the SimLab's strategic priorities and organizational growth.
• Represent the SimLab in meetings, conferences, professional organizations, and other engagement activities to strengthen relationships and increase organizational visibility.
• Develop and implement strategic marketing and communication plans that increase awareness of the SimLab's mission, programs, research, and impact.
• Collaborate with WCER communications staff to promote SimLab accomplishments, events, partnerships, and innovations.
• Lead and coordinate strategic initiatives that support the continued growth and expansion of the SimLab.
• Facilitate collaboration across WCER, the School of Education, campus partners, and external organizations to achieve project objectives.
• Evaluate processes and recommend improvements that enhance organizational effectiveness, stakeholder engagement, and partnership development.
• Develop policies, procedures, and institutional agreements on behalf of the lab.

Education

Master’s degree or higher in Educational Policy, Public Policy, or similar area

Job description

The University of Wisconsin–Madison's Wisconsin Center for Education Research invites an Outreach Program Associate Director (B) to advance the SimLab's growth, visibility, and impact. Reporting to the SimLab Director, the role develops partnerships with campus units, school districts, foundations, and industry, and leads communications and outreach efforts.

You will help shape strategy, manage projects, coordinate publications, and represent the lab at campus, regional, and national levels in a