Manager, Growth & Performance

Alliant International University is a professional practice University committed to excellence in four areas:  Education for Professional Practice, Scholarship, Multicultural and International Competence and Community Engagement.  The University provides students with the highest quality of education through excellence and innovation in academic scholarship, applied training and research, and community service, particularly to underserved populations.  Through its Mission, the University's goal is to equip students with the competencies they need to provide public benefit and make an impact in their communities by addressing major contemporary social issues.  Core competencies of the University's training programs include cultural diversity, which is infused in courses and field placements and is manifest in the diversity of its students, faculty.

Our Mission:
Alliant International University prepares students for professional careers of service and leadership, and promotes the discovery and application of knowledge to improve the lives of people in diverse cultures and communities around the world.

 Our Vision:
An inclusive world empowered by Alliant alumni.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Manager, Growth & Performance is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to drive business growth and optimize performance across various programs and initiatives. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills, excellent leadership capabilities, and a proven track record in growth and performance management.

STARTING SALARY: $120,000 annualized (exempt position).

BENEFITS PLANS INCLUDE: Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Voluntary Benefit Plans:  Accident, Critical Illness, or Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Plan, Transportation Spending Account, Employee Tuition Waiver.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

•              Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.

•              Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role focused on business growth and performance management.

•              Proven track record of developing and implementing successful growth strategies.

•              Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make data-driven decisions.

•              Excellent leadership and team management skills.

•              Hands-on experience in deploying and managing digital advertising platforms

•              Proficiency in using analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Tableau, Power BI).

•              Experience with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot).

•              Strong project management skills with experience using project management software (e.g., Asana, Trello, JIRA).

•              Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

•              Financial acumen with experience managing budgets and financial targets.

SKILLS:

•              Strategic Thinking: Crafting growth strategies, identifying market opportunities, and setting performance goals that drive the organization forward.

•              Data Analysis and Interpretation: Using tools like Google Analytics, Tableau, or Power BI to analyze performance metrics, market trends, and customer behavior to guide strategic initiatives.

•              Leadership and Team Management: Providing direction, mentoring team members, fostering a positive work culture, and ensuring effective team collaboration.

•              Project Management: Managing growth and performance-related projects using tools like Asana, Trello, or JIRA, ensuring milestones are met and resources are effectively utilized.

•              Marketing and Sales Coordination: Coordinating campaigns, promotional activities, and customer acquisition strategies to increase market share and revenue.

•              Financial Management: Overseeing the budget for growth initiatives, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and ensuring a good return on investment.

•              Excellent Communication: Reporting performance metrics to senior management, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and engaging with stakeholders.

•              Student Focus: Enhancing experiences based on student feedback, ensuring high-quality customer interactions, and fostering student-centric initiatives.

•              Adaptability: Responding to shifts in market dynamics, pivoting strategies as necessary, and continuously seeking improvement opportunities.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Strategic Planning:
  • Develop and implement comprehensive growth strategies.
  • Identify and evaluate new market opportunities and areas for expansion.
  • Collaborate with senior management to align growth strategies with overall business objectives.
• Performance Management:
  • Set performance targets and key performance indicators (KPIs) for partners.
  • Monitor and analyze performance metrics to ensure goals are being met.
  • Provide regular performance reports and insights to senior management.
• Data Analysis:
  • Use data-driven insights to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
  • Conduct market and competitive analysis to inform business strategies.
• Team Leadership:
  • Lead and manage cross-functional teams to achieve growth and performance objectives.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.
  • Mentor and develop team members to enhance their skills and career growth.
• Marketing & Enrollment Coordination:
  • Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to develop and execute growth initiatives.
  • Oversee campaigns and promotional activities to drive customer acquisition and retention.
• Project Management:
  • Manage projects related to business growth and performance enhancement.
  • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Student Focus:
  • Ensure student satisfaction and loyalty through improved experience.
  • Use student feedback to drive experience enhancements.
• Financial Oversight:
  • Manage budgets related to growth and performance initiatives.
  • Ensure financial targets are met and identify cost-saving opportunities.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

Direct Reports: None

Indirect Reports: None

CONTACT RESPONSIBILITY:

Internal: Interacts with supervisor to receive general direction and instructions and/or review of work results.  This position will work closely with colleagues in multiple departments. 

External: Interacts with outside vendors, such as advertising, digital and PR agencies, printers, graphic designers, and copywriters to ensure the successful and accurate execution of promotional strategies.

PRIMARY WORK LOCATION, HOURS & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Office Location:  Remote

Work Hours:  Generally standard office hours.

Travel:  May require occasional travel to Alliant International University campus locations.

Background Check Requirements:
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check (including criminal, prior employment and education verification). Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current University employees who apply for the position.

Additional Information:
Anti-Discrimination Policy: Alliant International University prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation in its educational programs, services and activities, and in employment practices, including but not limited to internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, terminations, relationships with outside vendors, use of contractors and consultants, and in its admission or access thereto, on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin or descent, color, creed, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability (including physical, disease, psychiatric or psychological disability), medical condition, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, hair style or texture associated with race, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Alliant International University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to ensuring a high quality of education through the diversity of the University community and the curriculum. Women, people of color, people with disabilities and people from other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply, as we actively seek to increase diversity at all levels. The University will conduct its programs, services and activities consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and orders.
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

Applicants with disabilities and applicants who require assistance completing an application may contact Human Resources at humanresources@alliant.edu or 858-635-4509.

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Governing legislation: Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Civil Rights Act of 1991, Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the regulations implementing these statutes, and applicable federal and California law.

Alliant International University is a smoke and tobacco free environment.

Company: Alliant International University, Inc. 

Country: United States of America 

State/Region: California 

City: Remote 

Postal Code: 92131 

Job ID: 275269