Senior Director of Strategic Engagement

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in South Carolina.

📋 Description

• Leadership of the ADNet Program

• ● Spearhead the execution and coordination of ADNet, ensuring alignment with the strategic vision and growth priorities set by the Executive Director

• ● Take ownership of all stages of the cohort lifecycle: selection, onboarding, engagement, convenings, and alumni transition

• ● Create and continually enhance ADNet programming, materials, and onboarding resources

• ● Guarantee that ADNet programming is tailored and responsive to the varied needs of member institutions based on sector, geography, and the stage of Apprenticeship Degree development

• ● Ensure that ADNet activities are integrated with NCAD’s broader capacity-building initiatives and national knowledge framework

• Engagement and Technical Assistance with Partners

• ● Lead and facilitate partner-facing capacity-building initiatives, acting as a senior NCAD contact for current institutional partners

• ● Conduct site visits, facilitate technical assistance sessions, and support partner advancement throughout the Apprenticeship Degree development continuum

• ● Foster relationships with active and alumni partners, sustaining trust, momentum, and alignment with NCAD’s approach and standards

• ● Identify opportunities to enhance or broaden engagement within the existing partner portfolio

• Supervision and Deployment of Subject Matter Experts

• ● Direct and deploy subject matter expert contractors across NCAD’s partner engagements, ADNet programming, and field-building efforts

• ● Align SME expertise with partner and network needs, ensuring high-quality, contextually relevant support across Apprenticeship Degree verticals

• ● Oversee SME performance, deliverables, and alignment with NCAD’s standards and strategic objectives

• ● Provide dotted-line direction to NCAD Fellows regarding ADNet-specific scope, deliverables, and timelines

• Convenings and Field Events

• ● Lead the design and implementation of ADNet convenings, encompassing both in-person and virtual sessions

• ● Assist in the planning and execution of ICAD, NCAD’s international convening on the Apprenticeship Degree

• ● Manage programmatic quality for all ADNet convenings in conjunction with the Executive Director and in collaboration with NCAD staff and fellows

• ● Represent NCAD at partner events, ADNet-related activities, and national field gatherings

• Strategic Communications and Member Engagement

• ● Create and deploy targeted communications for ADNet members and associated stakeholders

• ● Collaborate with NCAD’s MarComms function to ensure brand consistency and a cohesive member experience across all ADNet and partner-facing interactions

• ● Drive outreach efforts to new partners and develop pipelines related to ADNet cohort growth

• Cross-Functional Coordination

• ● Coordinate with NCAD staff and relevant Reach University units to ensure seamless delivery of ADNet and partner-facing programs

• ● Assist with budget operations and internal workflow planning related to this role’s portfolio

• ● Support performance tracking and funder reporting for ADNet and partner engagements in collaboration with the Executive Director and Project Manager

⛳️ Requirements

• Education: A Master’s degree is required in a relevant field, including but not limited to Higher Education Administration, Educational Leadership or Management, Curriculum and Instruction, Workforce Development, Organizational Leadership, or a closely related discipline.

• Experience: A minimum of 7 years in progressively responsible leadership roles, including substantial experience in higher education — with proven expertise in program development, accreditation processes, workforce development, and institutional partnership — as well as significant experience in network or membership program management, partner-facing technical assistance, or consulting, and large-scale facilitation.

• Skills: Proven ability to manage a complex, multi-stakeholder field-facing portfolio; experience in supervising and deploying subject matter experts or contractors in a consulting or technical assistance environment; strong facilitation skills across diverse audiences, including administrators, faculty, employers, and state agency staff; knowledge of the Apprenticeship Degree model and work-based learning landscape across various sectors; exceptional written and verbal communication abilities; capability to manage multiple complex workstreams simultaneously; and comfort operating in grant-funded environments with accountability and reporting obligations.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health Insurance: We offer medical, vision, and dental insurance plans to ensure comprehensive coverage for you and your family, along with additional wellness programs.

• Flexible Time Off: Our Flexible Time Off policy allows you to take the time you need, when you need it, without the limitations of a traditional vacation policy.

• Flexible Remote-Only Workplace: Enjoy the flexibility to work from anywhere with our remote-only work environment, promoting a balance between workload and rest.

• Professional Development Support: We are dedicated to your growth and advancement, providing support for professional development opportunities to help you progress in your career.