VP of Strategic Alliances Full Time NEW

Role Description The VP of Strategic Alliances is a senior leadership role responsible for designing and driving Knowledge University’s global and regional partnership strategy. This remote role oversees the identification, evaluation, and negotiation of alliances with universities, research institutions, industry partners, NGOs, and government agencies that advance the university’s academic, research, and training objectives. Day-to-day responsibilities include developing partnership roadmaps, managing key partner relationships, coordinating joint initiatives and programs, and monitoring performance against strategic goals. The VP collaborates closely with academic leadership, deans, and administrative units to align alliances with institutional priorities, enhance student and faculty opportunities, and expand the university’s international presence. The role also includes representing the university in external forums, preparing strategic reports, and ensuring that partnership activities adhere to institutional policies and relevant regulations.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in building and managing Strategic Alliances and Strategic Partnerships, ideally within higher education, international development, or related sectors.
• Strong background in Business Planning and Business Alliances, including the ability to develop business cases, partnership models, and long-term collaboration frameworks.
• Proficiency in Sales or partnership development techniques, such as pipeline management, stakeholder engagement, and negotiation to secure mutually beneficial agreements.
• Extensive experience in senior leadership or executive roles, with a track record of setting strategy, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering measurable outcomes.
• Excellent relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to work effectively across cultures and time zones in a fully remote environment.
• Advanced degree in Business, International Relations, Higher Education Management, or a related field; a doctoral degree is an advantage.
• Familiarity with global higher education trends, internationalization, and funding models, especially in emerging markets and the Middle East region.
• Strong analytical, financial, and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously.
• Commitment to Knowledge University’s mission, ethical standards,