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General Manager, Strategic Alliances

Classification Information

Strategic Alliances
Strategic Alliances is responsible for enhancing organizational growth and sustainability through the arrangement of relationships with external organizations to undertake a mutually beneficial project while each still retains its independence.
Management / Leadership
Manager: The positions work is achieved through the direction of others. Managers have direct accountability for setting goals and using resources. They are responsible for administrative oversight of individuals, including conducting recommendations for hiring and termination, writing evaluations, disciplinary actions, day-to-day oversight as well as long-term goal setting and accountability for the performance and productivity of the employees. Managerial positions are reflected in the M1-M3 career track levels in the management/leadership track.
Level 2
Manager: Responsible for leading a team of professionals and/or support employees. Has full responsibility for team output. Focuses on implementing and executing strategies within their own department or team.
G - General Administration
Roles that are in administrative/ professional non-student facing functions.

Position Summary

The General Manager within Strategic Alliances leads a team dedicated to developing and managing relationships with external partners to drive institutional growth, innovation, and sustainability. This role focuses on the planning, coordination, and implementation of initiatives that align with the university’s strategic goals while fostering mutually beneficial collaborations. Drawing on a strong foundation in business operations and strategy, the General Manager oversees daily activities related to alliance formation, project execution, and stakeholder engagement. Operating within the Business Operations and Administration framework, the General Manager provides leadership in aligning partnership opportunities with organizational priorities. This includes supervising professional and support staff, setting team objectives, monitoring performance, and ensuring the successful delivery of initiatives. The role is accountable for operational planning, resource allocation, policy adherence, and the cultivation of a high-performing, collaborative team environment that supports long-term partner engagement and project execution. The General Manager works closely with senior leadership, internal departments, and external organizations to ensure that alliance strategies are effectively integrated with broader institutional plans. By applying expertise in organizational development and relationship management, the manager ensures that strategic partnerships contribute to the university’s reputation, revenue diversification, and programmatic expansion. This position is central to advancing the university’s mission by operationalizing innovative partnerships that extend institutional impact beyond traditional boundaries.