Associate Director of Innovation and Strategic Partnerships

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Newark, NJ 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $94K - $145K 💻 Development & Advancement 🗓️ April 24th, 2026

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Edtech.com's Summary

Rutgers University is hiring an Associate Director of Innovation and Strategic Partnerships to lead fund development, partnership management, and evaluation for the Center for PreCollege Programs (CPP), serving over 2,000 students. The role involves managing relationships with campus, community, and corporate partners, overseeing compliance and program assessment, and supporting fundraising efforts to sustain and expand CPP initiatives.

Highlights

Manages financial resources and coordinates RAPSS proposal and contract processes.
Leads partnership engagement to enhance opportunities for students, families, and schools in CPP programs.
Develops and manages assessment and evaluation functions to ensure compliance and desired outcomes.
Coordinates meetings with university leadership, faculty, and staff related to CPP operations.
Builds and maintains relationships with external stakeholders and community members.
Supports grant writing and donor fundraising to sustain and grow programs.
Oversees marketing, communication, and event planning for CPP.
Serves as lead administrator in the Director's absence.
Requires a master’s degree or commensurate experience, with at least five years in educational administration, research, or development.
Preferred qualifications include proven fundraising experience, donor cultivation, program management, grant writing, and strong communication skills.