Strategic Partnerships Director - Economic Development

UM23 Bowie State University (BSU); United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Prescription coverage

Long-term disability

AD&D insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition remission

Pension plan

Supplemental retirement accounts

Job summary

The Director of Economic Development Strategic Partnerships at Bowie State University leads development of partnerships and initiatives to advance the university’s priorities, workforce development, innovation ecosystem, and regional impact. It requires collaboration with internal offices and external partners to attract investment and resources.

The role provides strategic leadership for partnership development, economic development strategy, stakeholder engagement, grant and resource

Qualifications

• Master's degree in economic development, urban planning, public administration, marketing, or a related field.
• Five years of experience in economic development, public-private partnerships, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic partnerships, engage external partners, and coordinate MOUs.
• Lead economic development strategy, stakeholder engagement, and performance reporting.
• Advance innovation, commercialization, and workforce development initiatives.
• Build partnerships with corporations, government, and academia to attract investment.
• Oversee grant and resource development and manage associated budgets.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder engagement

Business development

Project management

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Accountability

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Persuasive/advocacy

Education

Master's degree in economic development

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

The Director of Economic Development Strategic Partnerships at Bowie State University leads development of partnerships and initiatives to advance the university’s priorities, workforce development, innovation ecosystem, and regional impact. It requires collaboration with internal offices and external partners to attract investment and resources.

The role provides strategic leadership for partnership development, economic development strategy, stakeholder engagement, grant and resource