University Academic Partnerships Manager

VaYU USA; California (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + performance incentives

Direct access to leadership

Professional development benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Travel support

Professional development

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the United States seeks a Partnerships Manager to enhance collaboration with colleges and universities. The role involves developing articulation agreements, managing partnerships, and representing the organization at academic events. Candidates should have over 5 years in higher-ed partnerships and strong project management skills. Competitive salary and flexible work arrangements are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in higher-ed partnerships or program development.
• Proven success with credit-transfer or dual-degree agreements.
• Familiarity with U.S. accreditation and academic policy.
• Strong communication, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Passion for yoga, Ayurveda, or Indian Knowledge Systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage partner institutions.
• Negotiate and manage articulation agreements and MoUs.
• Represent VaYU at academic events and consortia.
• Develop co-branded outreach materials.
• Track partnership performance and report quarterly.
• Represent VaYU at academic events and consortia.
• Serve as liaison to partner admissions and faculty teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Partnership development

Job description

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University Academic Partnerships Manager

About VaYU:

Vivekananda Yoga University (VaYU), based in Los Angeles, CA, is a candidacy-accredited, mission-driven graduate institution offering online MS and Ph.D. programs in yoga philosophy and therapy. We blend Indian Knowledge Systems with modern science and are expanding into certificate programs in yoga, Ayurveda, and integrative wellness.

Role Overview:

VaYU seeks a dynamic Partnerships Manager to lead collaborations with U.S. colleges and universities. You’ll develop articulation agreements, dual-degree and 4+1 programs, and credit-transfer pathways to drive enrollment and expand academic reach.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and engage partner institutions
• Negotiate and manage articulation agreements and MoUs
• Coordinate with academic and compliance teams for implementation
• Develop co-branded outreach materials
• Track partnership performance and report quarterly
• Represent VaYU at academic events and consortia
• Serve as liaison to partner admissions and faculty teams

Qualifications:

• 5+ years in higher-ed partnerships or program development
• Proven success with credit-transfer or dual-degree agreements
• Familiarity with U.S. accreditation and academic policy
• Strong communication, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Passion for yoga, Ayurveda, or Indian Knowledge Systems is a plus

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary + performance incentives
• Direct access to VaYU’s leadership
• Professional development and wellness benefits
• Flexible work arrangements and travel support