Associate Director, Partnerships and Special Programs

Associate Director, Partnerships and Special Programs

Human Capital Management

NYU School of Professional Studies

Position Summary

The NYU School of Professional Studies (SPS) is seeking an Associate Director of Partnerships and Special Programs who will play a pivotal role in advancing the mission of the Human Capital Management department (HCM) by cultivating and managing strategic partnerships, scaling and overseeing high-impact events and conferences, and driving initiatives that align with departmental, Division of Programs in Business (DPB) and School of Professional Studies (SPS) priorities. Reporting directly to HCM Senior leadership, this role works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of programs that enhances the department’s academic standing and support its reputation for excellence and innovation in HCM education. The Associate Director of Partnerships and Special Programs is instrumental in shaping the HCM department’s future by fostering strategic collaborations, delivering exceptional events and programs, and driving initiatives that solidify its position as a leader in human capital management education.

This position is located in our Midtown Center location - 20 W. 43rd Street.

Qualifications

Required Education: Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience: 5 years in higher education, professional/corporate education or development, global events programming, and budget analysis.

Preferred Education: Master's Degree

Preferred Experience: Background in human capital management is strongly recommended preferred.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

Strong project management experience with a proven ability to manage multiple global projects simultaneously. Must be able to work well in a fast-changing environment and possess creative problem-solving skills. Demonstrated experience and expertise in event planning and execution, including the ability to manage logistics, plan event content, budgets, and stakeholder expectations. Business development experience, with the ability to engage external clients and foster long-term partnerships. Exceptional writing skills and marketing capabilities. Technological proficiency with tools such as Asana, Google Sheets, Microsoft Office, and other project management software. Strong analytical skills for budget planning and evaluation. Exceptional collaboration and communication skills with the ability to take initiative and work autonomously.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

Experience with design platforms such as Canva, InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator

Additional Information

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $80,000.00 to USD $100,000.00. 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.

About SPS

Since 1934, the NYU School of Professional Studies (NYU SPS) has been a deeply respected institution of higher education that is grounded in applied learning. From its early years, training returning World War II veterans to fulfill the nation’s urgent need for skilled technical workers, it has evolved into a professional education powerhouse that offers 20 graduate degrees, 14 bachelor’s degrees for undergraduate students, four associate’s degrees, and a plethora of continuing education courses and credentials.

NYU SPS is a thought leader, and serves as an incubator for new ideas in industries that are constantly changing. We prepare students for in-demand jobs in fields including real estate, hospitality and tourism; global affairs; global sports management; publishing; marketing and public relations; project management; executive coaching and organizational consulting, human capital management; information technology, management and systems; translation; publishing and professional writing. NYU SPS is focused on building skills that open doors to opportunities in emerging fields and global markets. NYU SPS faculty members are leading experts in their areas of discipline, with a hands-on approach that encourages students to push beyond their limits and to break new ground.

NYU SPS is committed to inclusion, diversity, belonging, equity, and access throughout the School.

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