Senior Director, External Relations – External Relations Department – Onsi Sawiris School of Business

Reports to: Dean of the School of BusinessPurpose: The job holder provides strategic direction for the External Relations. He/she is mandated to create and maintain a positive image for the school through a variety of external outreach activities. Besides, having managerial duties of the groups reporting to him/her including fundraising, communication, marketing, and internationalization. This includes coordinating with all the relevant groups reporting to the executive director on matters related to activities, programs, staff and budgetary issues. Potentially leads the opportunities for collaboration with other businesses in Egypt and beyond.Responsibilities:Provide strategic direction for external relations activities and services, including fundraising, marketing, communications, as well as partnerships and stakeholder engagementIdentify, structure, and follow up on fundraising opportunities in collaboration with the dean and the university office for institutional advancementInitiate partnership opportunities locally and globally with other businesses and industries, chambers of commerce, associations, and networks across different sectorsCoordinate those partnerships with various units across the schoolOverview of the budget allocated to the external relations group and the resources solicited through its activitiesConduct economic analysis and market studies to increase market penetrationPromote the school programs, activities, and services globally and locallyManage in collaboration with the dean and his office the relationship with the dean’s strategic advisory councilAdvance the school’s corporate relations stakeholder’s engagement activities including alumni relationsSupport the school-wide efforts and activities to strengthen, integrate, and expand the internationalization aspectsMarketing of graduate degree programs in Egypt and the regions served, i.e. Africa and the Middle EastEnsure consistency of message and quality of communication channels across the school, including social mediaSupport and coordinate with the various knowledge dissemination platforms within the school, including Business Forward, and various centers, including the Access to Knowledge for Development Center, the Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, and the John Gerhart Center for Philanthropy, Civic Engagement, and Responsible BusinessRationalize staff allocation and resource optimization across all groups reporting to external relations, including marketing, communications, fundraising, strategy follow-up, compliance assist, and the School of Business impact systemAttend various committees’ meetings at the school and university level whenever requiredSupport the production of the school annual reportsRequirements:Minimum Education Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in business administration or relevant field is requiredMBA or MA in a related discipline is a mustExperience:A minimum of 15 years of practical experience in the field of management and administration of which a minimum of six to eight years in managing fundraising, external relations, or marketing operations, preferably in a leadership position and with international experienceSkills:Leadership skills with vision, imagination, and energySuperior communication skillsAbility to articulate a compelling message to diverse audiencesProven record of creative thinkingAbility to make clear and informative decisionsCollaborative leader i.e. capable of bringing groups together to meet common objectivesHigh level of organizational and management skillsWell-developed skills in assessing organizational effectiveness and identifying areas of strength as well as needs for improvementThis position is open until November 10, 2025Placement is based on the candidate’s experience and skills. Only candidates who make it to the shortlist will be contacted"The American University in Cairo is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply."“We thank all individuals who have expressed interest in working at The American University in Cairo.”