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Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

Unit Position Summary

The A-CAPP Center is seeking a professional for fractional work as a Stakeholder Engagement Lead – Summit & Certificate Programs on a temporary basis. 

Duration: Now through March 31, 2026 with potential for an extention.

Hours: The weekly hours would vary depending on program needs and would range from 15-40 hours with the average per week around 28 hours. Generally, the hours would be 28 with the exception of 2-4 week leading up to and during our Summit.

Location: Remote or Hybrid. Travel required for Summit (Dearborn, MI, March 17–19, 2026)

ROLE OVERVIEW

This role will lead engagement for the A-CAPP Center's two signature programs:

• Annual Brand Protection Strategy Summit
• Brand Protection Certificate Program

This role focuses on building relationships, driving sponsorships, and expanding program reach across industry, academia, and nonprofit sectors.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Summit Engagement:

• Connect with new and existing industry stakeholders to promote the Summit and secure sponsorships.
• Engage with professionals from diverse sectors: global brands, e-commerce, social media platforms, investigative firms, law firms, and technology/service providers.
• Attend and represent the A-CAPP Center at the Summit in Dearborn, MI (March 17–19, 2026).

Certificate Program Engagement:

• Develop partnerships with MSU units, international academic institutions, nonprofits, and other organizations to integrate A-CAPP certificates into their programs.
• Drive sales and revenue generation for certificate courses across all audiences.

General:

• Contribute creative and strategic ideas for outreach and engagement.
• Potential travel and speaking opportunities for program promotion.

Desired Qualifications

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Ability to work remotely or in a hybrid setting

• Strong independent work ethic and team communication skills

• Experience interacting and obtaining buy-in from different audiences (industry, academia, international)

• Self-starter with innovative, strategic thinking

• Have worked with Project Management Software, CRM Software and Comfortable with Using AI as a Tool

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of experience in customer service or outreach

Preferred:

• 5–10 years in stakeholder engagement across industry, academia, and government

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Cover letter and resume.

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Website

https://a-capp.msu.edu/

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.