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Common App is currently searching for a VP, Network Growth. This position will be responsible for strategically expanding the organization's network of constituents and partners with a focus on growing member institutions, state partnerships, and the pipeline of students engaging with Common App.
Job Responsibility:
Strategically expanding the organization's network of constituents and partners with a focus on growing member institutions, state partnerships, and the pipeline of students engaging with Common App
Identifying and cultivating new markets such as community colleges, regional state institutions, and state systems
Establishing student reach partnerships with organizations such as school districts and CBOs of national scope
Broadening reach to learner populations like community college students, transfer students, and independent learners
Strategically advance our growth in target markets and audiences, expanding our constituent network
Pursue this work in close partnership with Marketing, Strategy & Business Development, Product Strategy, and efforts across Constituent Engagement to ensure that our network derives great value from Common App
Requirements:
Candidates must live in the United States
Willing to travel to attend twice annual Common App Retreat
12+ years of business growth, partnership design and execution, and/or sales experience in the postsecondary education ecosystem
10+ years of leadership experience
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Education, Higher Education, or relevant field
or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Exceptional ability to translate the ambitious "moonshot" vision into concrete, measurable, and actionable long-term strategic plans and successfully drive their execution
Deep understanding of the U.S. higher education landscape, including enrollment trends, institutional sectors (e.g., community colleges, regional publics, state systems), access and equity challenges, and the transfer student ecosystem
Expert knowledge of strategic growth models, market penetration, and complex business development specifically within the context of a mission-driven, non-profit organization focused on educational access
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex strategies clearly, influence high-level internal and external stakeholders, and represent the organization effectively
Ability to understand and effectively operate within the political, regulatory, and budgetary complexities of state higher education systems and large institutional consortia
Nice to have:
Knowledge of state or large education organizations data systems
Knowledge of current education policy issues and trends impacting states and higher education systems
Experience in go to market strategies within the higher education sector and/or education technology
Experience in the establishment of complex partnerships with state agencies, state university systems, large school districts, and CBOs
Experience in leading a business into a new market
Leadership experience in large or complex education systems, agencies, or organizations
A passion for higher education is a plus
What we offer:
Work-Life balance
Virtual-first office
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Seven company-wide holidays
Nine floating holidays
Sick leave
Monthly mental health day
Choice of PC of MAC laptop
May choose an external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and/or headset
One-time office set-up stipend
Monthly remote work stipend
Monthly mobile stipend
Market-based salaries
Performance-based bonus
403(b) retirement plan
5% company contribution
additional 5% company match
3-year vesting schedule
Participation may begin immediately
Choice of two health insurance plans
Health Savings Account, depending on health plan selection
Medical Flexible Savings Account, depending on health plan selection
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Insurance coverage begins on the date of hire
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Maven virtual clinic for women’s and family health
Company provided life and ad&d insurance
Opportunity to purchase additional life insurance for self, spouse, and dependents
Company provided short and long-term disability insurance
Budgeted annual funds for professional development