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University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring a Director of Global Partnerships & Initiatives. The Director leads the management and expansion of international partnerships, supports enrollment growth via partnership pathways, and coordinates strategic global activities and events. The role also involves building relationships with external stakeholders and aligning partnerships with university priorities to enhance the institution's global profile.

Highlights

Lead and expand international partnerships and support strategic enrollment goals.
Manage outgoing/incoming international delegations, agreements, and annual global engagement reporting.
Coordinate project management and events for Global Affairs and the Senior International Officer (SIO).
Serve as primary liaison with external strategic partners, including federal and state institutions, foundations, and alumni.
Provide strategic insight and support for international student enrollment and outreach efforts.
Strong understanding of international education best practices and experience managing mobility, exchange, sponsored student programs, and grants required.
Minimum qualifications: Master's degree, two years university work experience, one year living/working abroad, proficient computer skills, and strong communication abilities.
Preferred: five years university experience in international education/affairs, supervisory experience, grant-writing, and donor/government sponsored program management.
Criminal history background check required; no CDL or special physical requirements.
Starting salary minimum $80,000 per year with comprehensive benefits including paid time off, insurance options, scholarships, and retirement plans.

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Director of Global Partnerships & Initiatives

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Position Information

Working Title | Director of Global Partnerships & Initiatives
Department | Global Partnerships & Initiatives-8376
Requisition Number | S_260388
Posting Open Date | 05/20/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 06/15/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work | The Director of Global Partnerships & Initiatives works with the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Global Affairs and Senior International Officer to support strategic and operational leadership and implementation of University priorities. The Director is responsible for leading the management, and expansion of international partnerships, supporting enrollment growth through partnership pathways, and nurturing academic collaborations that strengthen the university’s institutional global profile.

The Director is also responsible for project management and event coordination for strategic international activities.

The role requires building and sustaining strong relationships with external stakeholders and international alumni, while also collaborating with academic and institutional leadership to ensure partnerships are aligned with institutional priorities and deliver meaningful, measurable impact.

Responsibilities include: managing outgoing and incoming international delegations, international agreements, and annual reporting on all UNL global engagement efforts; and overseeing Global Affairs communication efforts, as well as events hosted by Global Affairs, Global Partnerships & Initiatives and the SIO. Additional duties include providing strategic insight and support for UNL’s international student (graduate and undergraduate) enrollment goals and outreach; and serving as the primary liaison with external strategic partners.

Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong understanding of international education best practices and organizations, possess a record of advancing institution-wide strategies, as well as experience managing agreements, mobility and exchange programs, sponsored student programs, and grants. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and organizational skills.

The Director will also serve as a key advisor and representative for the SIO and Global Affairs unit in engagement with key external stakeholders, including federal and state institutions, foundations, and alumni. This role will manage a development portfolio in alignment with university priorities and unit mission areas and strategic priorities.

At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska.

When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:

Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education Generous retirement plans with university match Learn more about working for UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus

As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination

Minimum Required Qualifications | Master’s degree and two years working in a University setting. One year living and working or studying abroad. Computer skills in word processing, spreadsheet, and databases. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to carefully read and analyze written documents. Ability to carefully construct written documents. Problem solving skills essential. Work independently. Able to prioritize tasks and coordinate events.

Preferred Qualifications | Five years in a University setting, preferably in international education or international affairs, international partnerships, or international enrollment related units. Two years living and working or studying abroad. Supervisory experience. Demonstrable experience in leading and supporting high performance teams. Grant-writing experience and training. Experience managing donor funded and government sponsored programs. Experience working in international partnership development, or sponsored program development.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required | No
Physical Required | No
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. | No
Criminal History Background Check Required | Yes
Posted Salary | $80,000/yr. minimum
How to Apply | Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Darby Ellestad
Human Resources Specialistdellestad2@unl.edu
402-472-1399
Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional
Job Type | Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) |
Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | No
If Temporary, indicate end date |
Planned Hire Date: | 7/29/2026
Appointment End Date |

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