• Develop and implement strategies to generate new business opportunities and expand Engage fi's client portfolio. • Lead, mentor, and manage a team of business development professionals, providing guidance and support to achieve team and company goals. • Establish performance metrics, sales objectives, and pipeline expectations for the team, and regularly review progress. • Identify, qualify, and pursue prospective clients through proactive outreach, networking, referrals, industry events, and strategic partnerships. • Build and maintain relationships with executive decision-makers and key stakeholders at prospective client organizations. • Lead complex sales opportunities from initial engagement through contract execution. • Collaborate with Marketing, Consulting Services, and Strategic Services teams to align go-to-market strategies and support lead generation efforts. • Recruit, train, and develop business development team members, fostering a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance sales culture. • Prepare and present regular reports on pipeline health, sales activity, revenue forecasting, win rates, and other key performance indicators to senior leadership.

Title: Research Development Strategist (Hybrid Opportunity) Location: Stanford, CA, United States - Pay Range$106,476-$198,755 - Pay FrequencyAnnually - Fixed TermN - Stanford Schools and UnitsSchool of Medicine - Regular or TemporaryRegular - Job ScheduleFull time - Job CategoryAdministration - GradeJ - Job Identification200306 Job Description: Job Description Stanford Medicine is leading the biomedical revolution in precision health. We are transforming health care from the after-the-fact diagnosis to prediction and prevention, and from one-size-fits-all medicine to personalized care that empowers people to lead healthy lives. We are leveraging the art and science of medicine to predict and prevent disease before it strikes and cure it decisively if it does. To achieve our Precision Health vision, we are integrating, building, and leveraging our strengths in fundamental research, the new field of biomedical data science, and nine transformative biomedical platforms. As a learning health system, we will apply these advances in our hospitals and health care delivery systems within Stanford Health Care and Stanford Children’s Health. Fulfilling our promise to humanity requires the engagement of a diverse, creative, and collaborative team of professionals who work together to advance our research, education, and patient care mission. We strive to create a culture of inclusion and belonging to ensure all employees have the meaningful employment experience that is necessary to do their best work. We are looking for team players who can contribute to making excellence inclusive. The Stanford Department of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated, hardworking and professional Research Development Strategist (Academic Program Professional 2) to help grow its sponsored research enterprise. Under the general direction of the Director of Research Development, the Research Development Strategist will lead and facilitate the submission of highly competitive and complex grant proposals in the Department of Medicine. This is an exciting position for someone who is passionate about partnering with faculty and helping them bring their big research ideas to fruition. The ideal candidate will have excellent scientific writing, organizational, project management, and interpersonal skills; attention to detail; and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. The incumbent will join a thriving community of collaborative Research Development Professionals at Stanford dedicated to helping Stanford affiliates at all levels secure funding for their innovative research. This is a hybrid role requiring three days per week on-site at our Stanford Campus. You have the flexibility to work the remaining two days remotely or from home. Responsibilities Core Duties: - Develop and manage research programs by conducting research activities, including outreach to varied stakeholders within the program, assigning resources and making program improvement recommendations that impact policies and programs. - Identify, recommend and implement opportunities for new research. - Source, collect and analyze data, create reports, review and explain trends; formulate and evaluate alternative solutions and/or recommendations to achieve the goals of the program or function. - Teach and/or assist in the teaching and administration of courses. Develop curriculum. Develop curriculum-rating survey, detailed feedback on courses and make recommendations for preliminary overview and changes. - Write and/or edit complex content for proposals, research grants, peer-reviewed publications, and other program activities. - Contribute to and inform on strategic program/entity planning and related funding and financial sustainability. - May advise students and/or coach/mentor clients. - Develop or contribute to outreach strategy related to program communications, development, partnerships, and fundraising/funding. - Coach and mentor program staff. Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience or combination of education, training, and relevant experience. Advanced degree may be required for some programs. For jobs with financial responsibilities, experience managing a budget and developing financial plans. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Ability to develop program partnerships and funding sources. - Excellent oral, written, and analytical skills, exhibiting fluency in area of specialization. - Ability to oversee and direct staff. - Basic knowledge of managing budgets and developing financial plans. Certificates and Licenses Required For teaching jobs, advanced degree or certification may be required for some programs. Benefits that support you, and your future 18+ PTO days per year Health benefits start when you start Flexible work options World-class exercise facilities $6000+ annual tuition and training assistance 403(b) plan Mental health and wellness programs Free and discounted commuter transportation

Title: Executive Director, Institutional and Philanthropic Events Strategy, Execution and Team Leadership Location: Houston United States Job Description: The mission of The University of Texas MD Anderson is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public. The Executive Director, Institutional and Philanthropic Events Strategy, Execution and Team Leadership, leads a high-performing team responsible for the strategy, planning, and execution of institutional and philanthropic events that advance The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center's mission to end cancer. This role oversees a comprehensive portfolio ranging from large-scale campaign launches, signature events, and major fundraisers to smaller, high-touch engagements such as donor-hosted events, institutional groundbreakings, and educational seminars in cities around the country. Serving as a key leader within External Affairs, this individual drives innovative, high-impact event experiences that inspire stakeholder engagement and support philanthropic efforts, including UT MD Anderson's philanthropic campaigns, goals and objectives. The Executive Director provides strategic direction, operational oversight, and people leadership, fostering a culture of excellence, creativity and collaboration. This role is responsible for establishing structured processes, ensuring financial rigor, and advancing the integration of event and CRM technologies to optimize engagement, gift processing and stewardship. The position requires both near-term execution and long-term strategic planning, establishing a forward-looking roadmap of at least 18 months. The Executive Director builds and maintains strong, trusted relationships with institutional leadership, faculty, board members, donors, and cross-functional partners. As a senior advisor to the Vice President of External Affairs and a member of the External Affairs Leadership Team, this leader plays a critical role in shaping engagement strategies that elevate UT MD Anderson's mission and impact. This leader also serves as an important collaborator with other leaders to advance strategic and coordinated event execution through the triad model (External Affairs Events, Philanthropic Engagement and Philanthropy). Key Functions Event Strategy & Execution - Oversee a broad event portfolio, including: - Large-scale campaign launches, signature events, and major fundraising events - Smaller-scale engagements such as donor-hosted events, groundbreakings, and seminars - Design and deliver creative, compelling event experiences that inspire participation and deepen engagement - Align event strategies with institutional priorities and philanthropic goals - When appropriate, lead external events agency engagement with focus on high-level execution with stewardship in mind Philanthropic Campaign Support - Drive event strategy in support of UT MD Anderson's philanthropic campaigns, goals and objectives. - Partner with leaders in Philanthropy, Philanthropic Engagement and Marketing to develop robust events strategy that accomplishes broader institutional goals - Develop high-impact donor engagement events that advance giving priorities and strengthen relationships and deepen connection to our mission Operational Excellence & Process Development - Create and maintain structured processes for event planning, execution, and evaluation - Define team workflows, event standards, and expectations - Ensure consistent application of best practices across all events Financial Management & Oversight - Serve as the primary liaison with finance teams for all event-related budgeting activities - Oversee budget development, forecasting, allocations, and post-event financial reconciliation - Ensure financial literacy and accountability across the team Technology & Systems Integration - Lead the adoption and integration of event management platforms (e.g., Cvent) and institutional CRM systems - Partner with Marketing and Philanthropy teams to streamline systems and improve efficiency in engagement tracking and gift processing Strategic Planning - Balance immediate event execution with long-term planning, maintaining a forward-looking strategy of at least 18 months - Anticipate future needs and opportunities to enhance engagement and impact - Responsible for regular reporting of results, success metrics and lessons learned Relationship Management & Stakeholder Engagement - Build and sustain strong, high-trust relationships with: - Institutional leadership and faculty - Board of Visitors and Advance Team members - Donors and external collaborators - Colleagues across External Affairs, Philanthropy, Institutional Affairs, President's Office and beyond - Demonstrate a high level of emotional intelligence in managing complex stakeholder dynamics Executive Leadership & Advisory Role - Collaborate with other leaders to advance strategic and coordinated event execution through the triad model (External Affairs Events, Philanthropic Engagement and Philanthropy) - Serve as a senior advisor to the Vice President, External Affairs, and Chief Philanthropy Officer - Contribute as an active member of the External Affairs Leadership Team - Provide strategic input on engagement, events, and stakeholder strategy across the institution Onsite Engagement and Support - Frequent travel to locations across the U.S. is required to support event execution and stakeholder engagement - Responsible for building strong relationships with local stakeholders, donors, and collaborators through in-person engagement - Ensures consistency, quality, and excellence in onsite event execution across all locations - Leverages onsite experience to inform long-term strategy, enhance event impact, and strengthen national program cohesion Additional Details Leadership & Team Management - Leads, develops and provides direct oversight for a team of 10+ events professionals, including four direct reports responsible for successfully executing events portfolio - Provide strong leadership, coaching, and professional development to foster an engaged, high-performing, collaborative team culture - Establish clear roles, expectations, and performance goals - Provide opportunities and encourage team members to participate in Leadership Institute programs and external professional development courses Education: Required: Bachelor's degree in business administration, hospitality management, marketing, communications, or a related field. Preferred: Master's degree. Experience: Required: Ten years of progressive experience in strategic event planning and execution, with at least five years in a leadership role overseeing a team of event professionals, preferably within an academic medical center, complex healthcare institution, higher education advancement environment, or similar organization. Demonstrated experience managing large-scale philanthropic and institutional events, including campaign launches and major fundraisers, is required, as is a proven track record of financial oversight, including budget development, forecasting, and post-event reconciliation. Candidates must demonstrate a history of building and sustaining trusted relationships with senior institutional leadership, faculty, board members, and donors, along with the emotional intelligence to navigate complex, high-stakes stakeholder dynamics. The ability to travel frequently to locations across the United States is required. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition. This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html Additional Information - Requisition ID: 182058 - Employment Status: Full-Time - Employee Status: Regular - Work Week: Days - Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 232,000 - Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 252,000 - Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 273,000 - FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay - Fund Type: Hard - Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote - Pivotal Position: No - Referral Bonus Available?: No - Relocation Assistance Available?: No #LI-Hybrid Apply

Role Description Toloka AI supports frontier model post-training by building domain-specific reinforcement learning environments, tasks, and evaluation frameworks designed by real practitioners. Mindrift, powered by Toloka, connects top domain experts with cutting-edge AI initiatives. We are launching a Management Consulting domain focused on translating real-world consulting engagements into structured learning environments for advanced AI systems. To do this credibly, we are assembling a team of strategy consultants from top-tier firms who can convert authentic project experience into end-to-end examples — from problem structuring and work planning to analysis, synthesis, and client-ready recommendations. You will join a growing team of consultants from leading strategy firms shaping how AI learns high-level business reasoning. Important: This role is exclusively for consultants with direct experience at a top-tier strategy consulting firm. If you do not have hands-on project experience at one of the firms listed below, please do not apply. - Eligible firms: McKinsey & Company, Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Bain & Company, Oliver Wyman, Roland Berger, Monitor Deloitte (Deloitte S&C), EY-Parthenon, Kearney, and Strategy& (PwC). Qualifications - 3+ years of experience at one of the eligible firms. - Hands-on project experience in: - Structuring ambiguous client problems into workable analytical plans - Building financial models, market analyses, or synthesized findings from messy inputs - Producing client-ready deliverables under time pressure - Forming and defending recommendations under uncertainty - No deep technical background is required — onboarding on lightweight tools will be provided. Requirements - 3+ years at McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Oliver Wyman, Roland Berger, Monitor Deloitte, EY-Parthenon, Kearney, or Strategy& - Strong structured problem-solving and hypothesis-driven thinking - Ability to translate vague problems into clear analytical steps and deliverables - High attention to logical consistency and output quality - Independent, self-directed working style - Clear written English (B2+) Benefits - On this project, contributors can earn up to $60 per hour equivalent, depending on their level and pace of contribution. - Compensation varies across projects depending on scope, complexity, and required expertise. - Please note that other projects on the platform may offer different earning levels based on their requirements.