Vice President of Workforce Partnerships & ...

Vice President of Workforce Partnerships & Institutional AdvancementLocation: Warwick, RIExcelon Associates has been retained to recruit a highly strategic and visionary leader for the role of Vice President of Workforce Partnerships & Institutional Advancement on behalf of our client. This individual will play a critical role in driving partnerships, securing external funding, and expanding the institution's capacity to deliver innovative workforce and educational solutions.The Vice President will provide executive-level leadership in aligning workforce initiatives with advancement strategies, fostering employer and industry partnerships, cultivating philanthropic relationships, and shaping the organization's long-term vision. This position will be a key member of the senior leadership team, contributing to strategic planning and institutional growth at the highest level. Key ResponsibilitiesWorkforce & Employer PartnershipsDevelop and strengthen partnerships with employers and industry leaders to ensure that programs align with current and future workforce needs.Collaborate with local, state, and federal stakeholders to build talent pipelines and credentialing opportunities that support high-demand sectors, including healthcare, IT, advanced manufacturing, and clean energy.Partner with internal academic and training teams to align curricula and non-credit programs with evolving labor market data.Lead initiatives for apprenticeships, work-based learning, and incumbent worker training programs to support regional workforce stitutional AdvancementLead the advancement strategy to expand philanthropic, corporate, and grant-based funding opportunities.Cultivate relationships with donors, alumni, foundations, and corporate sponsors to support long-term institutional priorities.Oversee the planning and execution of fundraising campaigns, targeted donor initiatives, and major advancement events.Manage all phases of external funding development, including federal, state, and private grant munity & Stakeholder EngagementAct as a primary ambassador for the institution, representing its mission, programs, and impact to external partners.Build relationships with public officials, workforce boards, community organizations, and economic development agencies to strengthen the institution's position as a leading workforce and education partner.Promote the organization's workforce success stories and student outcomes to enhance visibility and attract additional resources.Leadership & Strategic IntegrationServe as a key member of the executive leadership team, contributing to strategic planning, organizational growth, and institutional positioning.Lead, mentor, and inspire high-performing teams across workforce partnerships and institutional advancement.Foster a culture of innovation, equity, and collaboration while driving alignment between departments and external partnerships.QualificationsMaster's degree in business, education, workforce development, or a related field.Proven experience developing executive-level partnerships with employers, industry leaders, and philanthropic organizations.Demonstrated success in capital campaigns, portfolio management, and securing major gifts or grants.Strong background in strategic planning, organizational development, and cross-functional leadership.Exceptional communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.Proven ability to manage and mentor diverse teams across multiple departments.Preferred QualificationsDoctorate or terminal degree in a relevant discipline.Experience within higher education, workforce development, or large-scale organizational leadership.Familiarity with regional, state, and federal workforce and economic development programs (e.g., WIOA, Perkins, NSF, U.S. DOL).Knowledge of best practices in employer engagement, grant management, and institutional advancement.Title: Vice President of Workforce Partnerships & Institutional AdvancementDirect Reports: 3 (including two Executive Directors within Workforce Partnerships)Travel: Primarily regional day travel to meet with employers, vendors, and partners.About the OpportunityThis is a newly restructured executive role designed to unify workforce development and institutional advancement under one visionary leader. The ideal candidate will bring the ability to balance strategic oversight with relationship-driven execution, ensuring both sustainable funding growth and employer engagement.Excelon Associates is proud to manage this search and invites highly qualified candidates to express their interest.Excelon does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, marital or veteran status, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.Seniority level: DirectorEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Strategy/Planning, Management, and Business DevelopmentIndustries: Higher EducationAbout the posting: Kingston, RI $120,000.00-$140,000.00Note: This description reflects content from the original posting and does not add new facts. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-24