Vice President of External Affairs - Tifton - confidential

Description

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Vice President of External Affairs

About the Company

Well-established regional college

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1908

Employees

Categories

• Education
• Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
• Colleges & Universities
• Agriculture
  

Specialties

• agricultural
• forestry
• nursing
• business
• agricultural education
• destination ag
• georgia museum of agriculture
• precision agriculture
• agricultural technology
• biology
• bachelor of nursing
• distance learning
• agribusiness
• agricultural communication
• environmental horticulture
• history and government
• natural resource management
• rural community development
• writing and communication
• and center for rural prosperity and innovation
  

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Vice President of External Affairs to join its senior leadership team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing strategic oversight of the company's external relations and advancement efforts. This includes serving as the chief external relations officer, representing the company with key stakeholders at local, state, and national levels, and leading all aspects of external engagement, such as development, alumni, corporate, and government relations. The role also involves executive leadership in fundraising initiatives, fostering partnerships with corporate and industry leaders, and engaging in government affairs to advance the company's mission and strategic goals.

Applicants for the Vice President of External Affairs position at the company should have a Master's degree or higher, with a preference for a background in agricultural and rural communities. A minimum of 10 years of leadership experience in relevant areas, particularly in advancement and external relations, is required. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in strategic planning, fundraising, and board relations, as well as experience in providing executive oversight of a foundation or nonprofit entity. Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills are essential, as is the ability to foster collaboration both within the institution and with external stakeholders. xhmxlyz The role demands a leader who can effectively manage a team, establish accountability systems, and ensure the alignment of all activities with the company's goals and values.

Hiring Manager Title
President

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Education/Academic Administration
• Non-Profit Management