Position Summary

The Partnership Program Analyst will support the growing efforts to develop and manage public-private partnerships that advance digital innovation, research, workforce development, and student success. Reporting to the Program Director, this entry-level role provides coordination, analysis, and communication support to help strengthen engagement across campuses and external partners.

This is an excellent opportunity for a mission-driven early-career professional interested in higher education, technology, and innovation ecosystems.

Key Responsibilities

Partnership Operations & Coordination (35%)

·      Maintain partnership tracking systems, CRM records, and internal dashboards

·      Coordinate scheduling, logistics, and materials for meetings with partners and stakeholders

·      Support contract and MOU workflows in collaboration with administrative leads

Event & Sponsorship Support (20%)

·      Assist in planning and executing partnership-related events and sponsorship activations

·      Track deliverables and recognition requirements across multiple campuses and programs

·      Serve as a logistics point of contact during event preparation

Prospecting & Research (15%)

·      Conduct research on companies, foundations, and technology sectors aligned to UC priorities

·      Prepare briefing materials, backgrounders, and internal notes for partner engagements

·      Track key trends and partnership models across higher education and industry

Communications & Resource Development (15%)

·      Draft content for internal briefings, web pages, presentations, and outreach emails

·      Help maintain partnership FAQs, intake forms, and one-pager templates

·      Assist with visual and digital materials using tools like Canva, PowerPoint, or Google Slides

Reporting & Evaluation (15%)

·      Collect and organize data from partnership activities, events, and pilot programs

·      Assist with quarterly impact reports, feedback surveys, and leadership updates

·      Support tracking of partnership metrics related to students, research, and workforce outcomes

Required Qualifications

·      Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in public affairs, education, communications, business, or a related field

·      Strong organizational and time management skills

·      Excellent written and verbal communication skills

·      Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

·      Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multi-campus environment

·      Interest in higher education, research, public service, or innovation

Preferred Qualifications

·      Experience using CRMs (Salesforce, Airtable, etc.) or project management tools (Asana, Smartsheet), donor relationship software, and Tableau

·      Familiarity with digital transformation, tech industry trends, or university-industry partnerships

·      Event planning or external relations experience

·      Experience working in or supporting a large public institution

Job Location

Position is based in (Oakland). Hybrid/remote options available. Needs to be available to attend some meetings within the greater bay area vicinity.