Partnership Activation Coordinator

102734BR

Campus: Tempe

Program Coordinator

Job Description

Under general supervision by the Director, Partnership Activation, the Partnership Activation Coordinator will be responsible for the strategic planning, execution of marketing assets, and day-to-day management and servicing of assigned partnership accounts for Sun Devil Athletics. The Partnership Activation Coordinator acts as the liaison between partners and/or their agencies and internal departments of Sun Devil Athletics and Arizona State University. Adheres to NCAA and Conference rules and regulations, as well as the policies and procedures of the Sun Devil Athletics, Arizona State University, and the Arizona Board of Regents.

Job Family

Business Operations

Department Name

SDA Corporate Partnerships

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

VP Code

ICA

Scope of Search

Open

Grant Funded Position

This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.

Salary Range

$44,000 per year

Close Date

26-July-2024

Category

02

Essential Duties

• Coordinate a portfolio of accounts with ongoing communication, planning of each account’s overall activation strategy, and execution of marketing assets
• Prepare Account Execution Plans to deliver on partner marketing objectives and strategic priorities with support from sales colleagues
• Develop new marketing and promotion strategies and share with sales colleagues to present to current partners for incremental revenue opportunities
• Coordinate, strategize, and fulfill partner marketing assets with other Sun Devil Athletics and Arizona State University departments
• Track and manage budgets relating to the execution of accounts
• Facilitate regular status meetings or calls with each account to provide detailed proof of performance reports and continually evaluate the effectiveness of the partnership
• Provide hospitality to partners and their guests at athletic events and department events
• Take a key role in account renewals
• Maintain and update client service-related elements within KORE CRM
• Maintain thorough communication with Director, Partnership Activation regarding all partner activity
• Lead, coordinate, and manage the entire fulfillment process of one asset category; signage, radio, print, social media & digital, or hospitality for all partners, as assigned by Director, Partnership Activation
• Responsible for acquiring proof of performance and the tracking of all account assets delivered used to build yearend summaries and present to partners to positively impact sales colleagues in partner renewals, retention, and growth
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in field appropriate to area of assignment AND two years administrative/coordinator program experience; OR, Six years of progressively responsible administrative/coordinator program experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in a sponsorship role in collegiate athletics or professional sports
• Evidence of ability to work independently, exercise discretion and independent judgment and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Evidence of ability to prioritize workload, manage time and projects, and demonstrate flexibility
• Evidence of ability to communicate professionally and effectively both written and orally, and with persons at multiple levels and of diverse backgrounds
• Evidence of lyalty to the brand, co-workers, and the overall organization
• Demonstrated computer proficiency in MS Office, KORE CRM, and Adobe Creative Suite

Working Environment

• Regular activities require the ability to quickly change priorities, which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts.
• Ability to have flexible work schedule; may be required to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.
• May be required to travel on occasion.
• Some activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse.
• Some activities are performed outdoors, in weather indigenous to a desert environment, and are subject to extended periods of standing, walking, pushing, pulling and lifting to perform work.
• Required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work.
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 25 pounds.
• Regular use of standard office equipment including, but not limited to: computer workstation/laptop (keyboard, monitor, mouse), printer, fax, calculator, copier, telephone and associated computer/technology peripherals.

Department Statement

The Sun Devil Athletics (SDA) programs are elite, high profile Division I programs. By definition, Division I programs are the "best of the best" and the ladder by which athletes ascend to the world of professional sports and international competitions, such as the Olympics and World Cup. Moreover, Arizona State University and SDA compete in the Pac-12 conference.

The vision of SDA is to be a comprehensive perennial top ten NCAA Division I athletics program that empowers Sun Devils to maximize human potential and make a positive impact on our university, community and the world.

The mission of SDA is to provide opportunities for student-athletes to achieve at the highest levels of both academic and athletic excellence, thereby providing them with opportunities for personal growth, offering a unifying force to the campus community, and creating a source of pride among and support from the external constituencies of the university. SDA promotes identity, inclusion and expression to build a strong Sun Devil Community reflective of ASU’s charter.

SDA affirms ASU’s commitment to equal employment and is fully committed to the principles of student-athlete welfare, institutional control, gender equity and inclusion, ethnic diversity, and sportsmanship. This commitment includes creating an environment where student-athletes contribute to a winning tradition while enhancing the campus and local community and competing in a program having integrity and high ethical standards. SDA is committed to a leadership role within the university, community, and the nation.

SDA is committed to recruit, retain and develop a gender equitable, inclusive workforce.

ASU offers up to 24 hours of professional development opportunities per year and a competitive benefits package, which includes paid vacation and holidays, health insurance, free mental health resources, employee discounts and more. In particular, ASU offers a generous tuition discount for employees, their spouses, dependents and retirees. Working in SDA also provides unique access to sporting events and athletic-related discounts.

For more information on ASU benefits, please visit http://cfo.asu.edu/hr-benefitsenrollment.

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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Employment Verification Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

To be considered, your application must include the following:

Cover letter
Resume/CV
Three professional references (personal references are not accepted)

Please include all employment information in month and year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.