Director of Outreach, Norse Network Hub

Posting Details

Position Information

Working Title

Director of Outreach, Norse Network Hub

Department

University Advancement

Compensation Title

Director, NNH Outreach

Position Number

30031025

Position Status

Regular

Work Schedule

Full-Time

Hours per Week

37.5

Months per Year

12

Purpose of Position

The Director of Outreach plays a vital role in advancing the university's mission by cultivating strategic partnerships with corporations, community organizations, and employers. to enhance engagement, visibility, and drive workforce solutions across the region.

This position serves as a bridge between the university and its external stakeholders-supporting economic engagement, workforce development, and community initiatives that contribute to student success and regional prosperity.

The Director collaborates closely with campus leaders, colleges, and the Norse Network Hub to align outreach strategies with institutional goals and foster mutually beneficial relationships.

This is a temporary 24-month position.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of strategic companies with a goal of mutually advancing partnership opportunities between them and the university with a goal to drive experiential learning opportunities and placement for NKU students and revenue for the university. Serve as a visible and trusted liaison between NKU and external stakeholders.
• Support workforce and talent-pipeline initiatives by engaging employers in internships, cooperative education, and on-campus student engagement. Partner with the Norse Network Hub and Career Services to identify new employer collaborations that connect students with career pathways.
• Assist in managing sponsorship opportunities for organizations with the university.
• Develop outreach materials and talking points that promote the university and its ability to work with regional employers to solve talent needs. Track community partnerships and maintain regular reporting through centralized databases Assist the Executive Director in representing NKU at external meetings.
• Evaluate and monitor outreach efforts through metrics such as partnership growth, event participation, and media coverage. Provide regular reporting to the Executive Director.

Qualifications

All candidates who are offered this position will be required to undergo a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by the state law.

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Education

Master's Degree

Minimum Experience

5 years

Salary

TBD

Pay Grade

S77

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number

2025S2301

Job Open Date

11 / 18 / 2025

Job Close Date

Quick Link

https : / / jobs.nku.edu / postings / 15296

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