About the position
Penn State is currently seeking a top corporate fundraiser in the role of Director of Corporate Engagement to support the Division of Development and Alumni Relations and the Office of the Senior Vice President for Research in fostering and expanding corporate partnerships at Penn State Health and the College of Medicine. As a member of the Division of Development and Alumni Relations, you can play an integral role in Penn State's future and contribute to one of the most successful fundraising and alumni relations operations in the country. The Corporate Engagement Center is a collaboration between the Office of the Senior Vice President for Research and the Division of Development and Alumni Relations. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Corporate Engagement, as well as other partners, the Director of Corporate Engagement is a core staff member of the Corporate Engagement Center.
Responsibilities
- Articulate Penn State's needs, ambitions, and values, including diversity, equity, and inclusion, through excellent informal and formal communications.
- Develop and advance university-industry and college-industry relationships with assigned companies.
- Identify new companies relevant to the mission of the university, to grow investment in philanthropy, research, and student recruitment.
- Work closely with key leadership and faculty throughout Penn State, including the Penn State Commonwealth Campuses.
- Serve as an ambassador for the university and its priorities and values.
Requirements
- Established strategies to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward potential corporate and foundation partners for philanthropy and sponsored research.
- A dedication to and understanding of the skills required to build relationships with diverse communities.
- Demonstrated knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education.
- Experience coordinating corporate and foundation relations with other University offices to develop and assess joint activities.
- The ability to travel to visit corporate prospects and coordinate visits to Penn State campuses.
- The ability to act as liaison between University officials and fundraising boards and/or campaign committees.
- Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills.
- A proven ability to self-motivate and work both independently and as part of a team.
- A commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Robust retirement plans.
- Substantial paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick time.
- Generous 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible spouses and children.
