Executive Director for Center for Leadership

Executive Director for Center for Leadership

Requirements

• Proven experience in a leadership role, preferably within an educational or nonprofit organization.
• Strong strategic planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders, with a particular emphasis on industry leaders and community organizations.
• Experience in fundraising and resource management.
• Passion for leadership development and student engagement.
• Master’s degree in leadership or a related field required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to promote the Center’s mission and vision.
• Create and implement comprehensive plans, with measurable metrics for success, to achieve goals and objectives set by the Advisory Council and Senior Leadership of the University.
• Design and oversee leadership programs, workshops, and events that enhance students’ leadership skills and engagement.
• Recruit, train, and mentor a team of staff and volunteer mentors. Provide guidance and coaching to ensure effective program delivery.
• Forge and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, with a strong focus on industry leaders and community organizations.
• Collaborate with faculty, alumni, community leaders, and industry professionals to create opportunities for students and the Center.
• Establish metrics for partnership success, such as the number of partnerships formed, the quality and impact of collaborations, and student engagement levels.
• Engage in fundraising efforts and managing the Center’s budget. Identify potential sources of funding and develop grant proposals.
• Act as the public face of the Center, representing it at events, conferences, and in the media.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of programs and initiatives. Prepare reports for the Advisory Council and other stakeholders.
• Successfully oversee the Director for Career Education and Internships, ensuring alignment with the Center’s goals and enhancing career development opportunities for students.
• Work closely with academic departments to identify and engage industry leaders across a broad array of professions.

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.