
Vice President of Strategic Partnerships
Role summary
Tushka Energy Services LLC seeks a Vice President of Strategic Partnerships to build and manage a global ecosystem of partners, driving business growth and synergy. Reporting to the CEO/COO, this role focuses on external growth, formulating partnership strategies, developing key relationships, designing business models, and optimizing revenue. The VP will collaborate across functions, manage project execution, and oversee risk and compliance. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, 20+ years in strategic partnerships/BD (15+ in senior roles), C-level negotiation skills, and strong business acumen. Familiarity with blockchain, B2B, and platform models is preferred.
Company Profile: Tushka Energy Services LLC
Tushka Energy Services LLC is an energy services company specializing in the operations and maintenance (O&M) of energy facilities, engineering support, and asset management. The company is dedicated to providing clients with efficient, reliable, and comprehensive energy solutions.
The company actively pursues digital transformation, applying blockchain technology to data management and process coordination. These initiatives aim to enhance the transparency and consistency of records, optimize internal collaboration efficiency, and strengthen capabilities for the full lifecycle management of energy assets.
Looking ahead, the company will continue to integrate digital technologies to drive the evolution of energy services toward greater efficiency and standardization.
I. Position Overview
The Vice President of Strategic Partnerships is responsible for building the strategic partnership framework and managing key relationships across global and priority markets. By establishing a high-value ecosystem of partnerships, the role drives business growth, market expansion, and synergy in technology and resources. This position focuses on serving as an "external growth engine" and reports directly to the CEO or COO. II. Core Responsibilities
- Strategic Partnership System Planning
Formulate the overall strategy for corporate strategic and ecosystem partnerships
Define partnership priorities (industry partners, channel partners, technology partners, etc.)
Build a long-term, sustainable partnership ecosystem
- Key Strategic Partner Development and Management
Identify and onboard key global/regional strategic partners
Establish C-level partnership relationships
Maintain and deepen long-term strategic partnerships
- Business Partnership Model Design
Design joint business models (joint sales, channel revenue sharing, technology licensing, etc.)
Drive the commercial implementation of partnership projects
Optimize revenue structures and value distribution mechanisms for partnerships
- Revenue Growth and Business Synergy
Drive corporate revenue growth through strategic partnerships
Collaborate with sales, marketing, and product teams to advance joint projects
Evaluate the ROI and business contribution of partnership projects
- Ecosystem Development
Build industry ecosystem networks and partnership alliances
Drive multi-party partnership projects (platform-based and ecosystem-oriented collaborations)
Enhance the company's industry influence and voice
- Cross-functional Collaboration and Project Execution
Coordinate with legal, finance, product, and sales teams to implement partnerships
Manage the execution progress and risks of complex partnership projects
Ensure partnership projects deliver commercial value on schedule
- Partnership Risk and Compliance Management
Assess commercial and compliance risks in strategic partnerships
Manage contract negotiations and the structuring of key terms
Ensure partnerships comply with international and regional regulatory requirements
III. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or above; majors in Business Management, International Trade, Engineering, or related fields preferred
20+ years of experience in strategic partnerships, business development (BD), or related areas, including 15+ years in senior executive roles
Experience with multinational corporations or complex ecosystem partnerships preferred
Proven C-level business negotiation capabilities
Familiarity with B2B or platform-based business models preferred
Strong business acumen and resource integration capabilities
Excellent cross-cultural communication skills
IV. Core Competency Model
Ability to develop high-value strategic partners
Skills in business negotiation and complex deal structuring
Ecosystem building capabilities
Revenue-driving and commercialization capabilities
Cross-organizational collaboration and influence
Strategic thinking and market insight
Risk identification and compliance management capabilities
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