Req #: 237797

Department: UNIVERSITY MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS

Appointing Department Web Address: https://www.washington.edu/advancement/careers/

Job Location Detail: 2 days in office, Monday and Wednesday, and 3 days telework

Posting Date: 08/14/2024

Closing Info: Open Until Filled

Salary: $6,916 - $7,383 per month

Shift: First Shift

Notes: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-staff-20230701_a11y.pdf)

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

For over 160 years, the University of Washington has been a hub for learning, innovation, problem solving and community building. Supporting this legacy and important public mission—with the goal of making the UW the world’s greatest public university, as measured by positive impact—guides everything we do in University Advancement (https://www.washington.edu/advancement/) . Bringing together development; alumni and stakeholder engagement; marketing and communications; and advancement operations, we advance the UW’s impact by developing meaningful connections that foster pride, advocacy and philanthropic support.

This starts with creating a culture of belonging ( https://www.washington.edu/advancement/ua-dei-visions-values-and-actions/) within our organization that values the diverse experiences and expertise of our team members, allowing everyone to thrive and to contribute their unique talents as we strive to achieve our shared goals.

University Marketing & Communications has an exciting opening for an Assistant Director for Strategic Partnerships. This is a full-time, permanent position.

The Assistant Director for Strategic Partnerships is responsible for managing a portfolio of the UW’s strategic partnership accounts. Working closely with the Senior Director and Associate Director, this position will lead the activation and strategic engagement of strategic partners, further deepening these relationships in support of the UW. The Assistant Director will provide leadership and work with the Partnerships Service Manager on implementation, stewardship and reporting. This position works collaboratively with University colleagues on partner integrations.

What You Will Do: Account Management and Activation Planning (80%)

• Lead activation planning for existing and new partners. • Serve as the point of contact and account manager for an assigned portfolio of partners. • Partner with corporate sponsors, including identifying opportunities where the partner’s goals align with the University’s mission and guide strategies accordingly. • Develop a deep understanding of a partner's brand, goals and sponsorship objectives to ensure all contracted elements, programs and assets are activated, delivered and aligned with the University and partner’s expectations. • Advise, support and proactively communicate with stakeholders in various UW departments including Housing & Food Services, Intercollegiate Athletics, Advancement, Student Life, Huskies Sports Properties, and others regarding sponsor integration. • Initiate, manage and coordinate the marketing and promotional schedule for a partner’s sponsorship efforts. Ensure all deadlines, materials and other requirements are met. • Plan, develop and execute sponsorship events, in partnership with UMAC colleagues. • Provide on-site support for sponsorship activations, as needed.

Business Development (15%)

• Support the Associate Director and Senior Director on new account acquisition efforts, including research, planning, pitch development and onboarding.

Other Duties as Assigned (5%) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in business, marketing or related field and 3-5 years of experience in business, marketing or related field.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. What You Bring:

• Experience providing a high level of customer service to clients, partners and customers. • Capacity to work professionally with many constituencies (e.g., staff, faculty, students, alumni, vendors, agencies, sponsors, donors and volunteers). • Demonstrated organizational and project management skills. • Ability to work effectively both in a team environment and independently. • Must be flexible in a fast-paced setting and be able to work under deadline pressure. • Strong communication skills, demonstrated creativity, initiative and good judgment. • Must be adept at problem-solving and research. • Demonstrated skill in analyzing and synthesizing complex data/information (e.g. financial data), identifying patterns, and formulating logical and objective conclusions. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite. Graphic design skills are a plus. • Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

What You Can Expect:

• Cubicle/open environment that may result in additional or higher levels of noise and visual distractions. • Some evening and weekend hours are required, as necessary. • Some local travel is required, as necessary. • Additional in office presence beyond two days per week may be required, as necessary.

Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you log into your “My Jobs” page. If you choose to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.

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University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.