Executive Director; Industry ALLNS MGR

The Executive Director provides leadership in the management of a premier entrepreneurship program and is responsible for the overall program development, fundraising and external relations for the institute. Working with the Advisory Board, the Executive Director defines and prioritizes the strategic goals of the institute, as well as identifies and coordinates the resources needed to execute on those goals. This role is responsible for building and maintaining an external network of partners, donors and sponsors across universities, corporations, investors and foundations to ensure the long-term success and financial stability of the institute's programs.

This role is also responsible for working with the Dean's Office and Development group at the Graduate School of Management to develop and support a comprehensive fundraising plan to fund short- and long-term fundraising objectives for the institute. Finally, this role is responsible for providing teaching and guidance in the institute's programs and offerings.

October 15, 2026

Minimum Qualifications
- For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• No Minimum Education required.
• Experience with the development and launch of new ventures/businesses.
• Experience identifying, initiating, closing, and maintaining partnerships with a variety of internal and external partners in non-profit and/or educational settings.
• Experience developing, managing, and teaching within academic and/or corporate training programs. Experience successfully raising money through sponsor ships, grants, and/or executive education
• Strong knowledge of value and mission of educational programs and appreciation for the situation and needs of university level researchers, corporate partners, and research funding agencies.
• Skills to effectively teach curriculum in institute programs.
• Skills to represent the Institute in public settings, through talks, presentations, and/or writing. Skills to work well in small teams.

• An advanced degree in a relevant discipline and/or an MBA from a leading business school is required. A terminal degree (Ph.D.) is desirable.

• 40% - Program Development and Delivery
• 25% - External Relations
• 15% - Strategic Development
• 20% - Fundraising

• Salary or Pay Range: $ - $/yr.
• Salary Frequency:
  Annual
• Salary Grade: 27
• UC
  
  Job Title:
  
  INDUSTRY ALLNS MGR 1
• UC Job Code: 006614
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type:
  Career
• Percentage of Time: 50% (Part-Time)
• Shift (Work Schedule): M - F 8:00AM - 5:00PM
• Location:
  
  Davis, Ca
• Union Representation:
  No
• Benefits Eligible:
  Yes
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees.

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
• Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding…