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New York University lists this Associate Director, External Affairs & Strategic Partnerships opportunity in new york, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Associate Director, External Affairs & Strategic Partnerships
Position Summary
The Associate Director, External Affairs & Strategic Partnerships will work closely with the Senior Director of Alumni Engagement & Development to develop and enhance Gallatin's visibility, external reach, and long-term resource base. Now in its 54th year and experiencing unprecedented momentum - anchored by a capital project adding more than 12,000 square feet and more than $20 million already committed - Gallatin is at a pivotal moment of physical and programmatic expansion. This role is central to translating that momentum into lasting institutional assets.
Responsible for identifying, cultivating, and stewarding a diverse portfolio of corporate, foundation, and institutional partners, the Associate Director will lead Gallatin's shift from transactional giving to ambitious programmatic co-design. Serving as a key external-facing representative of the School, this role leads business development functions, contributes to partnership communications and proposals, and manages the full lifecycle of partner relationships - from initial cultivation through long-term stewardship. The position reports to the Senior Director and works in close collaboration with Gallatin offices including Experiential Learning, the Gallatin WetLab, the Dean of Students, Gallatin Global, and others to ensure that new partnerships are organically connected to the School's ongoing activities.
This is a highly visible position within a dynamic, fast-growing liberal arts school at a compelling strategic inflection point. The position is expected to show tangible results in the form of new institutional and corporate partnerships, sustained growth in the School's external funding base, and the long-term underwriting of Gallatin's signature programs and experiential learning initiatives - aligning directly with President Mills' strategic pathways for NYU.
Location and Work Arrangement
Location : Location
US-NY-New York
Hybrid Remote Work Classification
Hybrid: 60% to 80% Onsite
Department
Alumni Engagement and Development
School/Division
Gallatin School of Individualized Study (IS1014)
Compensation Grade
Band 53
Union
N/A
FT/PT
Full-Time
Category
Development/Sponsored Research/Grant Writing
Qualifications
Required Education: Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Education: Master's Degree
Required Experience: 5+ years years of progressive experience in external affairs, development, corporate partnerships, strategic communications, or a related field - ideally within an academic, cultural, or nonprofit environment
Preferred Experience: 7+ years
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Demonstrated success in cultivating and closing institutional partnerships or major gifts
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience drafting proposals, reports, and strategic presentations for senior audiences
Exceptional relationship management skills and the ability to navigate complex, multi-stakeholder environments with discretion and professionalism
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with constant and multiple ongoing deadlines
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Ability to think strategically and creatively and work well under pressure
Ability to prioritize and proactively ensure deadlines are met; Collaborative and communicative team member
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with corporate leaders, faculty, staff, donors, and volunteers at all levels
Occasional evenings and weekends may be required.
Must be willing and able to travel
Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Experience managing volunteers, advisory groups, or alumni communities is a plus
Deep familiarity with or passion for New York City's cultural, creative, and academic landscape
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Extensive experience in engineering-focused research with specialized expertise in makerspace operations, rapid prototyping, and STEM-based problem-solving
Demonstrated success in spearheading strategic initiatives and supervising cross-functional teams to meet project milestones
Experience developing and implementing strategies for acquiring new leads, and retaining and upgrading existing leads and relationships
Experience in initiating new and innovative engagement and outreach programs
Experience working in a setting with changing priorities and an evolving list of stakeholders
Additional Information
In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $105,000.00 to USD $125,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.
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NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels.
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Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
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