School Partnerships and Outreach Specialist

Position: School Partnerships and Outreach Specialist

Reports to: Associate Director, Global Navigator Sales

Department: Global Navigator High School Study Abroad

Location: US- Remote

Who we are:

CIEE is a nonprofit study abroad and intercultural exchange organization that transforms lives and builds bridges between individuals and nations through study abroad and international exchange experiences that help people develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and multi-cultural world.

Why work with us:

• You will change the world. CIEE builds bridges between people, countries, and cultures. We help young people participate in high-quality international exchange and study abroad programs that bring the world together. We change lives; our alumni change the world. Be part of the change

• You will be part of a fast-paced, international, and collaborative team of professionals. CIEE operates the largest nonprofit network of study abroad locations, with facilities and staff in 29 countries. Additionally, we help international participants from over 140 countries come to the USA each year. Committed to excellence and solving whatever problem the world throws at them, CIEE professionals work on international teams and are dedicated to advancing our 77-year-old mission to make the world a more peaceful place.

Who you are:

The School Partnerships and Sales Outreach Specialist is responsible for developing and growing a designated territory. You will generate excitement and buy-in for High School Study Abroad in your territory with varied constituents, i.e. schools, students, parents, alumni, program leaders and district heads. The ideal candidate will be a master of networking and relationship building, deliver a high level of account management, and inspire students to pursue the life-changing experience of studying abroad.

What you'll do:

• Relationship Management: Cultivate and expand relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including principals, teachers, counselors, and alumni, to establish CIEE as the premier partner for global education.
• New Business Development: Actively prospect and conduct high-volume outreach to newschools to build a sustainable pipeline. Identify and create new partnerships that integrate study abroad into the school's mission.
• Presentations & Events: Deliver engaging presentations to students, parents, and administrators, both virtually and in-person. Travel within the region during the October-February to represent CIEE at school meetings, events, and conferences.
• Sales Process & Pipeline Management: Collaborate with a team of two Enrollment Coordinators to manage the student enrollment pipeline. Support the team in managing the pipeline and converting leads to travelers.
• Operational & Reporting Excellence: Maintain accurate records of activities and school communication in our CRM system (e.g., Salesforce). Proactively manage all administrative and customer service tasks related to student enrollment.

What you'll bring:

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Experience in the travel, international education, or related K-12 industries.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present dynamically to large groups.
• Proficiency in using a CRM system (e.g., Salesforce) to organize and prioritize a sales pipeline.
• Willingness to be a flexible team player, with a passion for education and a belief in the power of global citizenship.
• Eagerness to travel extensively within your territory during the key selling season.
• Ability to embrace CIEE's Core Values (Excellence, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion and Problem Solving) and culture.

CIEE believes that professionals with varied backgrounds bring unique approaches and ideas to solving problems and advancing our mission to bring the world together. Qualified candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Due to federal regulations, a background and reference check will be conducted as a condition of employment.