Partnership Manager (Universities & Training Institutes)

Position Overview

Digilancer is seeking a proactive and relationship-focused Partnership Manager (Universities & Training Institutes) to build strong collaborations with educational institutions and training providers. This role is responsible for developing partnerships that create sustainable talent pipelines, connecting students and graduates with employment opportunities through Digilancer Recruit.

The Partnership Manager will work closely with universities, colleges, technical institutes, and professional training centers to establish programs that prepare students for the job market and facilitate their transition into employment. This includes developing internship programs, career placement initiatives, and workforce readiness partnerships.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, passionate about talent development, and experienced in building relationships with educational institutions and training organizations.

Key Responsibilities

University & Academic Partnerships

• Develop and maintain partnerships with universities, colleges, and higher education institutions.

• Coordinate with career services departments to promote employment opportunities through Digilancer Recruit.

• Establish campus recruitment programs that connect employers with graduating students.

• Organize career fairs, recruitment drives, and information sessions in collaboration with partner universities.

• Build long-term relationships with academic leadership and faculty members.

Training Institute Partnerships

• Build relationships with technical training centers, coding bootcamps, professional certification providers, and vocational institutes.

• Identify programs that produce job-ready talent aligned with employer needs.

• Develop placement pathways for graduates from training programs.

• Support training institutes in aligning their curriculum with industry hiring requirements.

Talent Pipeline Development

• Build structured pipelines that connect students → graduates → employers through Digilancer Recruit.

• Identify high-potential students and graduates for early career opportunities.

• Maintain databases of students and graduates entering the job market.

• Ensure a steady supply of qualified candidates for employer partners.

Career Development & Job Readiness Programs

• Collaborate with universities and training institutes to implement career readiness initiatives.

• Organize workshops and seminars focused on resume building, interview preparation, and professional skills.

• Support internship and trainee placement programs for students and recent graduates.

Recruitment Campaign Coordination

• Coordinate with recruitment teams to align student talent with employer hiring needs.

• Promote entry-level and graduate job opportunities available through Digilancer Recruit.

• Assist employers in organizing campus hiring campaigns.

Partnership Relationship Management

• Maintain strong and ongoing relationships with institutional partners.

• Ensure partner institutions receive regular communication and updates on opportunities.

• Monitor the success of partnership programs and improve engagement strategies.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Number of university partnerships established

• Number of training institute partnerships developed

• Volume of students and graduates onboarded to the platform

• Number of candidates placed through institutional partnerships

• Employer satisfaction with entry-level hiring pipelines

• Growth of Digilancer Recruit presence in academic institutions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Education, Human Resources, or a related field.

• 3–5 years of experience in partnerships, career services, recruitment, or educational program management.

• Experience working with universities, training institutes, or workforce development programs is preferred.

• Familiarity with campus recruitment and graduate placement programs.

Key Skills

• Partnership development and relationship management

• Networking and institutional engagement

• Career development program coordination

• Communication and presentation skills

• Talent pipeline development

• Event planning and coordination

What Success Looks Like in This Role

Within the first 12 months, the Partnership Manager will:

• Establish partnerships with leading universities and training institutes.

• Build structured talent pipelines for entry-level and graduate hiring.

• Increase the number of students and graduates joining Digilancer Recruit.

• Facilitate successful placement of graduates into companies hiring through the platform.

• Position Digilancer Recruit as a trusted career partner for educational institutions.

Why Join Digilancer

Digilancer is building an ecosystem that empowers individuals with skills, opportunities, and career growth. As Partnership Manager, you will play a key role in connecting education with employment, helping students transition into meaningful careers while supporting companies in finding skilled talent.

This role provides the opportunity to contribute to a platform dedicated to creating economic opportunity and workforce development on a global scale.