Strategic Lead, Advise NC Partnerships & Training

The University of North Carolina System; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina System Office is seeking an Associate Director to lead statewide alignment of Advise NC within the Outreach and Communications division in Raleigh, NC. This role shapes program strategy, builds cross‑sector partnerships, and oversees adviser training, funding strategies, and data systems to demonstrate impact.

Responsibilities include coordinating with host institutions, funders, and education partners, ensuring program fidelity, and advancing sustainable funding

Qualifications

• Master’s or other advanced degree preferred.
• At least 5 years in college access, including postsecondary advising is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead statewide alignment of Advise NC across partner institutions and education partners.
• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with program host institutions, education systems, funders.
• Oversee adviser training and onboarding, leveraging cross-sector expertise.

Skills

College access

Diplomacy

Partnership building

Data-driven

Grant writing

Public speaking

Education

Master's degree

Tools

MS Office

CRM

Teams/Zoom

Job description

The University of North Carolina System Office is seeking an Associate Director to lead statewide alignment of Advise NC within the Outreach and Communications division in Raleigh, NC. This role shapes program strategy, builds cross‑sector partnerships, and oversees adviser training, funding strategies, and data systems to demonstrate impact.

Responsibilities include coordinating with host institutions, funders, and education partners, ensuring program fidelity, and advancing sustainable funding