KPICD Strategic Partnerships Liaison

Job Summary:

The Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development (KPICD) Strategic Partnerships Liaison position plays a key role in identifying, developing, and strengthening partnerships with external constituencies in order to generate and sustain support for the institute’s initiatives and overall mission. This role serves as a liaison between KPICD and its external partners—donors, community organizations, corporate sponsors, and philanthropic institutions—collaborating with the University’s Advancement and Strategy & Innovation offices to coordinate philanthropic opportunities and processes. The Liaison will bring a relationship-centered approach to community engagement, cultivating meaningful partnerships that align with the values and goals of TCU and the KPICD, and working jointly with KPICD leadership to leverage those relationships to enhance the institute’s initiatives, create opportunities, and secure resources to expand the institute’s reach and global impact.

Duties & Essential Job Functions:

Partnership Development & Stewardship
1. Fosters long-term, mission-aligned relationships with individuals, foundations, businesses, and civic groups.
2. Identifies partnership opportunities that align with institute and university priorities, including student experiential learning, development of resources, training and implementation support (locally and globally), and other community-based initiatives.
3. Serves as the main point of contact for community engagement and collaborations in order to build strong relationships with external partners and facilitate financial and in-kind contributions to the institute’s academic programs, student success initiatives, research, outreach, and resource development efforts.
4. Represents the institute at community events, meetings, and engagements to strengthen visibility and deepen connections.

Collaboration & Coordination
5. Engages with the University’s Advancement and Strategy & Innovation offices as needed to ensure strategic alignment and stewardship of external partners.
6. Coordinates with institute leadership to align partnership goals with organizational priorities and resource needs. Based on priorities and needs, identifies opportunities to support initiatives through partnerships.
7. Contributes to the creation of compelling funding proposals, reports, and impact updates in partnership with university communications and institute leadership.
8. Supports proposal development, reporting, and impact storytelling in coordination with internal teams.
9. Collaborates with KPICD leadership to understand needs of each team and identify opportunities to support initiatives.

Resource Development
10. Keeps KPICD leadership and TCU Advancement aware of new development opportunities as they arise in order to facilities proper coordination.
11. Assists in planning and executing events, campaigns, and community engagement strategies that support the institute’s mission, sustainability, and impact.
12. Tracks and reports on partnership engagement metrics and initiative outcomes; ensures accurate and timely data management in collaboration with other university entities (e.g., Davis College of Science and Engineering, Advancement, etc).
13. Contributes to the culture of connection on campus through collaborative relationship-building and mission-driven storytelling.
14. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in nonprofit management, communications, business, or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in non-profits, community engagement, partnerships, fundraising, or related areas.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• None

Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:

• Valid Driver’s License
• Must be insurable under the university motor vehicle requirements.

Preferred Licensure, Certification, and/or Specialized Training:

• TBRI Practitioner

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Skills in relationship-building and communication, with the ability to engage a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Ability to connect with people easily and to communicate through effective storytelling.
• Knowledge of partner engagement strategies and community-based collaboration to leverage resources.
• Ability to cultivate partnerships to maximize collective impact.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust across diverse constituencies.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams in a mission-driven environment.
• Ability to showcase passion for the organization’s mission and a commitment to equity and community-centered work.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically, and thrive in collaborative environments.
• Knowledge of institutional advancement, alumni engagement, or public-private partnerships.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and drive results.
• Organizational and project management skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency with CRM systems (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Skill in effective writing.
• Ability to communicate clearly, write effectively, and draft grammatically accurate correspondence.
• Skill in professional communication with internal teams and external partners.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Ability to learn and adapt to evolving policies and systems.

TCU Core Competencies:

University Core Competencies definitions may be found on the Human Resources website and in the staff performance management system.

Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations):

• Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information.
• Able to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication.
• Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions.
• Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.
• Lifting and moving objects and equipment up to 10 lbs.

Work Environment:

• Work is indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours.
• This role is an on campus, in-person position.
• The position requires regular professional interaction with internal and external parties.
• This position requires travel to both domestic and international locations.
• There are no harmful environmental conditions present for this job.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate.

Employment Values Statement:

Texas Christian University values Integrity, Engagement, Community, and Excellence in the workplace. TCU treats applicants and employees with fairness and respect. TCU hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications and their commitment to making a positive impact on our student-centered community. TCU is an equal opportunity employer and follows all applicable employment laws. TCU fairly considers all qualified individuals, ensuring we are a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.