UIT University

Deputy Director Corporate Liaison (CL)

Overview

UIT University (UITU) invites application for the position of “Deputy Director Corporate Liaison” who will be responsible for leading the University’s efforts in marketing, corporate relations, and continuing education. This role ensures the development and execution of strategic initiatives to enhance the University’s visibility, enrollment, industry partnerships, and community engagement. The incumbent will align outreach, communication, and collaboration efforts with the University’s mission and strategic goals, driving growth and institutional advancement.

Specific Skills
  • Strong networking and relationship-building abilities with corporate and industry stakeholders.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for professional correspondence and presentations.
  • Strategic planning to develop effective industry engagement and partnership initiatives.
  • Event management skills for organizing career fairs, seminars, and corporate visits.
  • Negotiation skills to secure beneficial collaborations, sponsorships, and MoUs.
  • Understanding of market trends, industry needs, and graduate employability requirements.
  • Ability to collaborate with academic and administrative departments effectively.
  • Project management skills to plan, execute, and evaluate corporate liaison initiatives.
  • Proficiency in using CRM systems, databases, and digital tools for corporate engagement.
  • Analytical skills to assess partnership outcomes and prepare detailed performance reports.
  • Willingness to travel and work flexible hours, including weekends.
Responsible For
  1. To contribute towards the development of strategy for nurturing industry linkages and promote advancement of professional knowledge, skills and expertise of students, faculty and staff.
  2. To develop the department's strategy and plan for achieving desired targets.
  3. To interact with the industry to enhance corporate relationships and seek professional opportunities for university and its students and alumni.
  4. To develop sustainable partnership with local and international industry, partners and universities.
  5. To establish collaboration between academia and industry which will facilitate in R&D opportunities with faculty members and joint projects with industry and for this purpose explore opportunities for signing MOUs with the corporate sector.
  6. To interact with trade bodies and associations for mutual collaboration.
  7. To assist in arranging industrial visits, internships, and placement opportunities including structure training for students.
  8. To assist in coverage of the University's programs in the electronic media, including managing all social media platforms and print media
  9. To propose ideas and develop plans for building the University's image.
  10. To develop plans to represent UIT University at corporate events, seminars, and conferences and execute the same including setting up promotional stalls and developing contacts to increase awareness about University’s various services.
  11. To establish a liaison with both public and private sector organizations for placement and internships / trainings of university's students, graduates and alumni.
  12. To manage all the activities of Industry Advisory Boards (IABs) of the university.
  13. To devise a mechanism to provide counselling to existing students in terms of jobs and career advancements.
  14. To take measures and hold activities for vibrant alumni.
  15. To find avenues and opportunities for university's participation in corporate and college events.
  16. To facilitate teaching departments in seeking industry-based projects.
  17. To establish and maintain a corporate database in accordance with the requirements of regulatory bodies / councils.
  18. To participate in corporate and industrial expos to build relationships.
  19. To hold job fairs / expos within the university for the placement and internship of students, graduates and alumni.
  20. To oversee university's marketing and communication (Marcom) including (i) Corporate Identity and Communication; (ii) Branding and Image Building; (iii) Public Relations; (iv) Advertising and Social Media Marketing; (v) Partnerships and MOUs; (vi) Media and Press; (vii) Audio Visual (Photography, Video-making, Graphic Designing)); (viii) Event Management and Marketing; (ix) Content Management and Marketing; (x) Guests Relationship and Management; (xi) General Exhibitions and Expos
  21. To undertake tasks delegated by the Director and Vice Chancellor for the purpose of strengthening and expanding the above-mentioned role.
  22. To comply / implement decisions of competent authority (ies).
  23. To accomplish other special assignments given from time to time.
How to Apply?
The interested candidates are requested to apply by visiting the following link:

https://forms.gle/nKr7rPN6wAfC3afk6

Qualification & Experience Requirements
Qualification MBA / MS or equivalent (18-year) local or foreign qualification in Business Administration, Management Sciences, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Public Administration, or related discipline from a HEC recognized institution. Experience Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in industry liaison, corporate relationship, marketing, public relations, alumni affairs, advertising, social media marketing, and career counseling preferably in the higher education institutions (HEIs).

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