The University of Tennessee is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Partnership Coordinator to join the Brand Partnership team. This role supports the overall mission and goals of the University of Tennessee campus and supports the execution of corporate sponsorship activations on campus. This Partnership Coordinator plays a key part in bringing partnerships to life in meaningful, visible ways for the university community.

Partner Hosting:

Lead planning & hosting strategy for all partners
Game day operations - lead role in logistic planning for game day partner hosting including home game football tailgates
Build itineraries for account visits - coordinating details including timing, meals, transportation needs/considerations, facility access
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders regarding visit details
Internal - Manage needed details to ensure smooth and client-facing events; communicate timing and place needed calendar holds
External - communicate visit details in a professional manner including itinerary, meeting expectations, travel details, etc.
Independently source and develop meeting materials are prepared in a timely manner ahead of account visits. This could include presentation handoffs, promo items, tickets, etc.
Regularly works to identify partner “bonus” hosting opportunities across campus - example: private astronomy viewing, technology showcase, etc.

Partner Relations:

Oversee activation for a portfolio of partners, ensuring timely, strategic execution of all project elements.
Build and maintain strong relationships with brand partners, university stakeholders, and cross-functional internal teams.
Oversee timelines, asset tracking, deliverable documentation, and proactive communication with partners.
Contribute to development of year end recaps, renewal materials, and upsell opportunities in collaboration with leadership.
Participate in partner status meetings, documenting meeting topics. Send professional recaps to all stakeholders including meeting highlights and follow ups. Also send any pertinent information ahead of any key meetings as meeting prep. Serve as meeting lead, as needed.
Organize and maintain Strategic Partnerships visual assets including presentations, photos & videos, and documents.

Internal Collaboration:

Proactively plan to develop assets that would assist in partnership proposals. Work with UTK creative and design on asset management and storage solutions.

Partner Research:

Regularly research current and potential partners including press releases, social, and product releases.
Create one-sheeter for Associate Vice Chancellor, Strategic Partnerships & Licensing, and Director, Strategic Partnerships ahead of account meetings
Communicate any pertinent account news
Create partner reporting including post-event analysis and recaps, communicating with partners in an effective manner

Required

Bachelor’s degree
3 years of experience in sponsorship activation, account management, sports management, or marketing

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to conduct themselves with a high level of initiative
Ability to work independently
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability and willingness to initiate and maintain personal relationships
Skilled at being highly organized; able to prioritize and execute multiple tasks
Skilled at attention to detail
Ability to maintain a positive, upbeat attitude under pressure

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment-based visa status.

Work Location

Knoxville, TN
This is an onsite position

Compensation and Benefits

UT market range: MR09

The university offers a highly competitive benefits package that includes health insurance and retirement plans through the State of Tennessee, generous annual and sick leave accruals, longevity pay, tuition waivers and discounts, and more.

Application Instructions

For full consideration, applicants must apply electronically and submit a cover letter, resume, and the names, email addresses and phone numbers of three references. A minimum of two references should be current or previous supervisors.

About The College/Department/Division

The Office of Communications and Marketing is dedicated to advancing the university’s reputation. Staff members support the institution’s mission and goals, promote its successes and achievements, inform and engage its stakeholders, and ensure the integrity of its brand. We craft audience-focused communications based on data, best-practices, and emerging trends.

The division comprises several cross-functional teams, employing professionals with expertise in design, development, video production, content strategy, feature writing, editing, marketing, media relations, internal communication, and special events.

Additional Information on all postings provided by UTK

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees—the Volunteers—who uphold the university’s tradition of lighting the way for others through leadership and service.

UT Knoxville offers over 900 programs of study across 14 degree-granting colleges and schools. As Tennessee’s flagship land-grant university, its footprint spans the entire state. The university holds the highest Carnegie classification for research activity and has deep partnerships with industry leaders and the US Department of Energy’s largest multidisciplinary laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory.

The Knoxville campus serves and recruits for UT Knoxville, including the Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute, as well as the UT Institute of Public Service.

UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset. With values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovation leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices to attract and retain top-tier talent, fostering a strong staff community and supporting a culture of involvement and engagement for everyone.

The university holds a strong commitment to its land-grant mission of learning and engagement, with a tradition of service and leadership that carries that Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world. It has been ranked nationally as “Best Employer for New Graduates,” “One of America’s Best Large Employers,” and “Best Workplace for Women,” and has been designated as “Best Place for Working Parents” by Forbes Magazine.

Apply today and join the Tennessee Volunteer community!

Partnership Coordinator - Office of Communications & Marketing - UTK

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