Deskripsi Pekerjaan
Are you a seasoned relationship builder with a passion for bridging the gap between academia and industry? The Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) is seeking a dynamic Manager, Partnership (Industry Engagement) to join our team on a contract basis. In this pivotal role, you will be at the forefront of fostering and nurturing strategic collaborations that drive innovation.
As a key representative of SUTD, you will work closely with diverse stakeholders, including industry leaders, public agencies, and top-tier academic institutions. Your objective is to create synergistic partnerships that enhance the university’s research impact, student employability, and ecosystem influence. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and possess the strategic acumen to translate complex institutional goals into tangible partnership outcomes, we invite you to apply.
Tanggung Jawab
- Develop and execute comprehensive strategies to identify, engage, and secure high-value industry partnerships.
- Manage the end-to-end partnership lifecycle, from initial outreach and negotiation to ongoing relationship management.
- Collaborate with faculty and internal departments to align industry needs with university research and educational capabilities.
- Represent SUTD at high-profile networking events, conferences, and industry forums to expand our professional network.
- Develop compelling proposals, MOUs, and collaboration agreements in consultation with internal stakeholders and legal teams.
- Monitor and report on partnership KPIs to ensure alignment with SUTD’s strategic objectives.
- Act as a liaison between government agencies and the university to facilitate public-private sector integration.
Kualifikasi
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
- Minimum 5-7 years of professional experience in partnership management, business development, or corporate relations.
- Proven track record of managing relationships with diverse external stakeholders, preferably within the education or public sector.
- Strong negotiation, presentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Excellent command of written and spoken English, with an aptitude for drafting professional proposals and reports.
- Self-motivated individual with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in the Singaporean higher education landscape is highly advantageous.