New

Program Specialist for Corporate Engagement

University of North Carolina Charlotte

United States, North Carolina, Charlotte

Apr 25, 2025

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/

This position is for UNC Charlotte Permanent employees only.

* Please do not apply for this position if you are not a current UNC Charlotte Permanent employee. Your application will not be considered.

Position Information

General Information

Position Number	000166
Vacancy Open to	UNC Charlotte Employees Only
Working Title	Program Specialist for Corporate Engagement
Position Designation	EHRA Non-Faculty
Employment Type	Time Limited - Full-time
Months per Year	12
Work Schedule	8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Monday - Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary. This position is for UNC Charlotte Permanent employees only. * Please do not apply for this position if you are not a current UNC Charlotte Permanent employee. Your application will not be considered.
Hours per week	40
FLSA Status	Exempt
Division	University Advancement
Department	University Advancement VC (Adm)
Work Location	Foundation Building
Salary Range	$47,379 - $60,000
Primary Purpose of Department	The Office of Corporate Engagement and Strategic Partnerships' primary purpose is to build and strengthen strategic partnerships with corporations and corporate foundations that align with the university's mission and fundraising priorities, ultimately generating philanthropic support, research investments, and other collaborative opportunities that benefit students, faculty, and institutional initiatives. It serves as a central hub for connecting corporate partners with university assets-such as faculty expertise, student talent pipelines, and innovation infrastructure-while fostering cross-campus collaboration to identify and pursue meaningful engagement opportunities. Additionally, the office ensures strong stewardship and impact reporting to maintain long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with corporate partners. The Office of Corporate Engagement and Strategic Partnerships is within the division of University Advancement.
Primary Purpose of Position	The Program Specialist for Corporate Engagement will support the university's corporate engagement efforts by managing key initiatives that build and sustain partnerships with corporations and foundations. The position collaborates with the Senior Director of Development, Corporate and Principal Gifts and campus partners to align corporate interests with university priorities, oversee prospect research and proposal development, and coordinate stewardship, reporting, and engagement activities. This role also supports fund development, ensures smooth program operations, and helps promote strategic opportunities across campus.
Summary of Position Responsibilities	Project & Program Management: Serve as a consultant, program manager, or project manager for assigned corporate engagement initiatives, aligning efforts with athletics, academic affairs and advancement with the university's strategic goals. Support the development, delivery, and promotion of engagement initiatives and events. Assist with fund development and manage pre- or post-investment administration, as appropriate. Oversee administrative and operational processes related to corporate engagement programs. Ensure program/project accountability through the development, maintenance, and monitoring of project databases, schedules and reports. Provide additional project support and perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Director. Collaborate and support on-campus corporate visits, meetings, and special events that strengthen external partnerships. Reporting, Research & Marketing Responsibilities: Collects and manages a broad set of data on how corporations are engaged across campus. Collaborates with leadership to determine analytical and strategic thresholds to determine the university's engagement priority for each corporation. In addition, manage and regularly update centralized databases of key corporate and foundation prospects, including giving interests, proposal deadlines, key contacts and engagement history. Conduct research and analysis to inform engagement strategies and assess program outcomes. Assist with corporate and foundation research, proposal and investment submissions, as well as engagement and impact reporting. Facilitate the collection and submission of required reports, working closely with faculty and staff to gather relevant data and updates. Contribute to the maintenance and content updates of the Corporate Engagement website. Interpret and apply university policies, procedures, and best practices related to corporate partnerships and philanthropic investments. Excellent verbal communication skills and outstanding writing ability. Responsible for the coordination and project management of financial reporting and oversight of the fulfillment of deliverables for programs. Coordinate with Treasury Services, Unit Business Officers, and faculty/staff to maintain accurate records and monitor the appropriate use of charitable funds. Prepare and submit written progress, compliance, and annual reports in accordance with funding agreement requirements. Donor & Corporate Partner Relations: Support the Senior Director in cultivating and maintaining effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external corporate and foundation partners. Collaborate with the Corporate Engagement and University Development teams to identify faculty, programs, or initiatives that align with corporate and foundation interests. Coordinate stewardship efforts for corporate donors in partnership with Donor Relations, Special Projects, Athletics, Research, and Academic Affairs. Proactively identify and address partner needs, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and opportunities for collaboration. Coordinate logistical support for funding-related program activities, including receptions, symposiums, and campus visits. Knowledge of the principles, practices, and ethics of fundraising and gift administration. Other Work/Responsibilities: Participates and/or assists in special projects, and performs administrative duties, as assigned.
Minimum Education/Experience	Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Two years of project coordination and administrative experience, preferably in a high-volume office.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience	Knowledge of data management and analysis skills in statistics, spreadsheet applications (i.e., Google Sheets, Excel), and basic coding (Python preferred). Experience in higher education institutional advancement or non-profit operations. Demonstrated ability to take primary responsibility for a diverse nature of projects and to complete them in a timely manner with limited supervision. Knowledge of the principles, practices, and ethics of fundraising and corporate relations. Goal-oriented self-starter with high-attention to detail. Computer literacy and competency with donor databases, Salesforce or other CRM systems, Adobe Creative Cloud products, Microsoft and Google suite of software products, project management software, and a willingness to learn new systems. Excellent verbal communication skills and outstanding writing ability, including the drafting and editing of communications for multiple audiences. Strong interpersonal skills and customer service orientation. Commitment to collegial and collaborative team approach with the ability to build effective internal and external relationships. Ability to work both independently and as part of multiple teams.
Necessary Certifications/Licenses
Preferred Certifications/Licenses
Special Notes to Applicants	The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist. Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions. UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/ This position is for UNC Charlotte Permanent employees only. * Please do not apply for this position if you are not a current UNC Charlotte Permanent employee. Your application will not be considered.
Posting Open Date	04/24/2025
Posting Close Date	04/29/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Proposed Hire Date
If time-limited please indicate appointment end date	06/30/2027
Contact Information

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This posting is for UNC Charlotte permanent employees only. Are you a current UNC Charlotte permanent part-time or full-time employee?
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Do you have at least two years of project coordination and administrative experience, preferably in a high-volume office? Please ensure that your experience is listed on your resume/application.
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Applicant Documents

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Resume / Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
Contact Information for References

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