Regional Director, Wharton External Affairs

Hello there, We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic individual to join our team as the Regional Director of Wharton External Affairs at the University of Pennsylvania. In this role, you will have the opportunity to drive the external relations strategy for one of the world's leading business schools, while also cultivating relationships with key stakeholders in the region. Our ideal candidate is an experienced leader with a passion for higher education and a proven track record in building partnerships and enhancing the reputation of an institution. If you are a strategic thinker with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

1. Develop and implement external relations strategy for the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.
2. Cultivate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the region, including community organizations, businesses, and government agencies.
3. Identify and pursue partnership opportunities to enhance the reputation and visibility of the Wharton School.
4. Represent the Wharton School at events and conferences, serving as a spokesperson for the institution.
5. Collaborate with other departments and teams within the school to ensure alignment and consistency in external messaging and initiatives.
6. Monitor and analyze regional trends and developments to inform external relations strategy and decision-making.
7. Develop and manage a budget for external affairs activities in the region.
8. Identify and pursue opportunities for media coverage and public relations initiatives to promote the Wharton School.
9. Lead and mentor a team of external affairs professionals to achieve department goals and objectives.
10. Collaborate with other regional directors and the central external affairs team to share best practices and coordinate efforts across regions.
11. Stay current on industry best practices and innovative approaches to external relations and implement them as appropriate.
12. Maintain a high level of professionalism and represent the Wharton School and the University of Pennsylvania positively at all times.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Regional Director, Wharton External Affairs in Philadelphia, PA, USA is $117,000 - $187,000 per year. This range can vary depending on the specific company, industry, and level of experience of the individual. Additionally, other factors such as bonuses, benefits, and location can also impact the salary range.

The University of Pennsylvania, often abbreviated simply as Penn or UPenn, is a private Ivy League research university in Philadelphia. It was one of nine colonial colleges chartered prior to the U.S. Declaration of Independence when Benjamin Franklin, the university's founder and first president, advocated for an educational institution that trained leaders in academia, commerce, and public service. Penn identifies as the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, though this representation is challenged by other universities. Benjamin Franklin and other Philadelphians established the university in 1749, which would make it the fifth-oldest institution of higher education. The university has four undergraduate schools and 12 graduate and professional schools. Schools enrolling undergraduates include the College of Arts and Sciences, the School of Engineering and Applied Science, the Wharton School, and the School of Nursing. Among its highly ranked graduate schools are its law school, whose first professor James Wilson participated in writing the first draft of the U.S. Constitution, its medical school, the first in North America, and Wharton, the nation's first collegiate business school.