Director, King Global Leadership Program

Stanford University

Job Number: 83060

Note: Not all unique aspects of the job are covered by this job description

BACKGROUND:
The Knight-Hennessy Scholars program is Stanford's multidisciplinary, graduate-level scholarship focused on preparing the next generation of global leaders to address the complex challenges facing the world. Knight-Hennessy Scholars (KHS) will annually select up to 100 high-achieving students with demonstrated leadership and civic commitment, who will receive full funding to pursue a graduate education at Stanford. In addition to the core Stanford degree program, each scholar will have additional opportunities for leadership training, mentorship, and cohort-based experiential learning.

JOB PURPOSE:
The Director will provide strategic leadership and tactical management of the King Global Leadership Program — a customized series of programs, experiential learning opportunities, and special-access exposure to leaders associated with the Knight-Hennessy Scholars program — as well as the entire scholar experience. She/he will be responsible for developing and implementing programmatic frameworks and strategies, in addition to managing curriculum development, content creation, and speaker strategy. Managing a team of program and student-facing professionals, the Director will work in partnership with the Shriram Family Director and the leadership team to deliver an unparallelled leadership and community experience.

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, a creative problem-solver, a conscientious colleague, and an enthusiastic team player with a depth of knowledge in program development, student experience, and team management. He/she will exhibit intellectual curiosity, solid judgment, an innovative spirit, technical expertise, and a commitment to managing both complex and simple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, start-up-like environment.

CORE DUTIES*:

• Manage the King Global Leadership Program and student experience. This may include:
  • Developing and implementing a complex and strategic program of experiential opportunities, speaker events, seminars, etc., that provide leadership skill development as well as a global view, based on input from scholars and the Shriram Family Director.
  • Overseeing scholar affairs and the overall scholar experience.
  • Overseeing, evaluating, and enhancing the mentorship and related scholar-support programs.
• Define distinctive competences, as well as develop and implement strategic goals, initiatives, policies, and frameworks for the King Global Leadership Program.
• Set the direction for administrative policy development for the student experience and program operations. Negotiate and influence issues of university-wide impact, as needed. Manage resource allocations for the King Global Leadership Program team.
• Direct the King Global Leadership Program team and provide leadership to achieve goals and vision of the organization. Responsible for hiring and retaining staff, career coaching, personal development for direct reports and accountable for the performance of employees.
• Serve as an ambassador for the Knight-Hennessy Scholars program, representing the program in a variety of settings including to potential future scholars and partners globally, and to graduate departments and programs at Stanford.
• As part of the Knight-Hennessy Scholars leadership team, serve as senior advisor to the Shriram Family Director and the Knight-Hennessy Scholar boards.
• Work closely with colleagues in admission and operations to ensure alignment and consistency across the organization.

* - Other duties may also be assigned
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree and seven years of relevant experience, 10+ years preferred, in administrative and program development and management, or combination of education and relevant experience. Terminal degree strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated strategic leadership, planning, and management skills.
• Strong knowledge of leadership training and curriculum development, speaker management, and student experience standards, trends and requirements.
• Excellent communication skills. Able to influence people, solve problems, trouble shoot, think creatively, and resolve conflicts.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to cultivate collaborative relationships with faculty and able to anticipate faculty needs.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of diplomacy in persuading and influencing a wide variety of people at various levels to achieve results.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams toward a common goal. Ability to work effectively and collaborate with decision-makers across many levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of strategic analysis, data analysis, and planning.
• Exceptional negotiation and effective interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Expert analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task and manage deadlines.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.
• Frequently sitting.
• Occasionally stand/walk, writing by hand, use a telephone, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh 11-20 pounds.
• Rarely sort/file paperwork or parts, rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat.

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• On a weekly basis, there may be occasional evening and/or weekend hours due to programming or student engagement.

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

WHY STANFORD IS FOR YOU:
Stanford's dedicated 16,000 staff come from diverse educational and career backgrounds. We are a collaborative environment that thrives on innovation and continuous improvement. At Stanford, we seek talent committed to excellence, driven to impact the future of our legacy, and improve lives on a global sphere. We provide competitive salaries, excellent health care and retirement plans, and a generous vacation policy, including additional time off during our winter closure. Our generous perks align with what matters to you:

• Freedom to grow. Take advantage of career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a Ted Talk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or leader discuss global issues.
• A caring culture. We understand the importance of your personal and family time and provide you access to wellness programs, child-care resources, parent education and consultation, elder care and caregiving support.
• A healthier you. We make wellness a priority by providing access to world-class exercise facilities. Climb our rock wall, or participate in one of hundreds of health or fitness classes.
• Discovery and fun. Visit campus gardens, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources. We offer free commuter programs and ridesharing incentives. Enjoy discounts for computers, cell phones, recreation, travel, entertainment, and more!

We pride ourselves in being a culture that encourages and empowers you.

HOW TO APPLY:
We invite you to apply for this position by clicking on the “Apply for Job” button. To be considered, please submit a cover letter and resume along with your online application.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time
• Job Code: 4101
• Employee Status: Regular
• Grade: D
• Requisition ID: 83060

Job:

Location: Other, Stanford, California, United States
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To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: stanfordcareers.stanford.edu

Stanford is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.







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