University of Chicago · 3 weeks ago
Manager of Program and Partnerships, Energy Transition Network
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$120K/yr - $125K/yr
5+ years expThe University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering is seeking a Manager of Program and Partnerships for the Energy Transition Network. This role involves cultivating industry partnerships, managing stakeholder relationships, and overseeing program operations to advance innovations in energy storage and conversion.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Coordinates with the Corporate Engagement Office to identify, recruit, and engage new industry partners and stakeholders to expand ETN’s membership, collaborative ecosystem, and growth in strategic partnerships
Collaborates with ICSG leadership to ensure alignment of ETN programming and priorities with ICSG’s institutional goals
Builds and maintains relationships with ETN members, industry collaborators, ICSG faculty, and University leadership
Coordinates membership agreements in partnership with the Corporate Engagement Office, ensuring smooth execution and compliance
Designs and leads programming that increases stakeholder engagement, bridges industry and academia, and fosters new partnerships aligned with ETN’s mission in energy conversion and storage
Monitors trends, analyzes emerging opportunities, and makes strategic recommendations for future engagement areas and network expansion, staying abreast of industry insights and opportunities
Contributes to long-term strategy development, aligns ETN priorities with ICSG programming (fellowships, seed funding, workshops, annual meetings, member visits), and supports the integration of ETN initiatives
Serves as the primary liaison for ETN members and the broader University and external community, ensuring clear communication and collaborative success in building community engagement
Supports proposal development, fundraising activities, and identification of sponsorship opportunities to sustain and grow ETN
Sets program priorities, establishes performance standards, conducts evaluations, reviews quality assurance, and recommends operational improvements
Oversees program budgets, tracks expenditures, and provides recommendations to optimize resources
Performs additional tasks as needed to advance ETN’s objectives and support PME’s mission
Manages program budgets and recommends or makes budgetary recommendations
Has a deep understanding when interacting with faculty, researchers and staff for committee work or information
Performs other related work as needed
Qualification
Required
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline
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Preferred
Bachelor's degree in energy, engineering, environmental science, public policy, or a closely related discipline
Advanced degree
Proven track record of leading technology innovation and commercialization initiatives
Five years of progressively responsible experience in administration or program management within the energy, automotive, or industrial sectors, or in a related field
Proven experience in program management, partnership development, stakeholder engagement, or business development, ideally within the energy technology, sustainability, automotive, or academic-industry sectors
Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects, competing deadlines, and budgets within fast-paced, multidisciplinary, and ambiguous environments
Demonstrated success cultivating and maintaining complex relationships across a diverse set of internal and external partners, including university units, industry collaborators, and external stakeholders
Highly collaborative and team-oriented, with an entrepreneurial mindset, customer-focused approach, and an established network in the energy or automotive sector
Exceptional business development and partnership-building, with a talent for building rapport and sustaining relationships that drive strategic impact
Strong strategic and analytical thinking skills; adept at synthesizing complex data, drawing actionable conclusions, and identifying new opportunities for program innovation
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; outstanding project management capabilities with a record of successfully implementing initiatives and guiding teams
Superior oral and written communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences, with comfort representing organizations and engaging stakeholders at all levels
Deep curiosity and enthusiasm for science, technology, and innovation, and familiarity with scientific terminology
Driven by impact, thrive in dynamic settings, and skilled at navigating shifting priorities while maintaining high standards of collaboration and stakeholder engagement
Benefits
Health
Retirement
Paid time off
Company
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