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Managing Director, International Initiatives and Strategy - SCPD

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Managing Director, International Initiatives and Strategy - SCPD

Stanford University

Job Number: 84992


The Stanford Center for Professional Development (SCPD), part of the Office of the Vice Provost for Technology and Learning (VPTL) is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated individual to maintain and strengthen its leading position in lifelong and online learning. This individual will be directly responsible for developing and expanding large international projects, including overseeing the Stanford Thailand Research Consortium, a newly established consortium that funds a number of research projects across the Stanford campus.

This is a wonderful department that works well as a team! If you are looking for a position in a fast-paced environment, this is the job for you!

SCPD website: http://scpd.stanford.edu/
JOB PURPOSE:
Work under broad direction of faculty or management to identify opportunities, develop strategy, and lead, implement, and administer large academic programs. Serve as an expert advisor to faculty and staff and have a large role in program/entity strategy development, long-range planning, and partnership development.
CORE DUTIES*:
  • Lead and oversee development, implementation, administration, and evaluation of programs. Oversee analysis, reporting, and program improvements. Oversee the development, adherence to, and implementation of program policies and procedures.
  • Lead strategic planning for the program/entity.
  • Represent the entity or program to the broader university, external community, and other stakeholders. Provide expert consultation related to program development, funding opportunities, or other specialty area.
  • Develop outreach strategy related to program communications, development, partnerships and fundraising/funding. Identify external funding opportunities and write proposals and research grants. Develop and oversee strategic financial planning and sustainability for the program/entity, as needed; monitor performance and ensure appropriate controls.
  • Teach or co-teach courses; oversee the administration of courses; create and/or advise in the development of curriculum; and/or advise students, coach and mentor clients and program staff.
  • Coach and mentor program staff.
    * - Other duties may also be assigned

    Desired Qualifications

  • Experience working in a diverse cultural setting and partnering with international stakeholders
  • Ability to operate well in an ambiguous setting, and develop new approaches for projects and programs that haven't been tried before
  • Experience working in a university setting and interacting frequently and effectively with faculty members


    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

    Education & Experience:

    Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience in area of specialization or combination of relevant education, training, and/or experience. For jobs with financial responsibilities, experience managing a budget and developing financial plans. Experience developing program partnerships and funding sources.


    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Ability to develop program partnerships and funding sources.
  • Advanced oral, written, and analytical skills, exhibiting fluency in area of specialization.
  • Ability to oversee and direct staff.
  • Ability to manage budgets and develop financial plans.


    Certifications and Licenses:

  • For teaching jobs, advanced degree or certification may be required for some programs.


    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

  • Frequently stand/walk, sitting, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, perform desk-based computer tasks.
  • Occasionally use a telephone, writing by hand, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 40 pounds.
  • Rarely sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh >40 pounds.
  • Ability to use voice to present information/communicate with others.
  • On-campus mobility.


    * - 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:

  • May work extended hours, evenings or weekends.
  • Occasional international travel.
  • Occasional overnight travel.


    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.


    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


    Additional Information

    • Schedule: Full-time
    • Job Code: 4113
    • Employee Status: Regular
    • Grade: K
    • Requisition ID: 84992


    Job:

    Location: Vice Provost for Teaching and Learning, Stanford, California, United States
    Schedule:
    Classification Level:

    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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