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Barnard College · 2 months ago

Director of Program Development & Execution

New York City, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$105K/yr - $110K/yr

4+ years exp

Barnard College is seeking a Director of Program Development & Execution who will report to the Executive Director of Lifelong Learning Initiatives. This role is responsible for planning and executing revenue-generating programs targeted at various student demographics, managing operational effectiveness, and collaborating with multiple departments to align offerings with the College’s mission and strategic goals.

Continuing EducationEducationHigher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day operations across the Lifelong Learning Initiatives unit (including, but not limited to BarnardNext, Pre-College Programs, Summer Conferences and Group Rentals and Summer Session programming)

Develop and implement standard operating procedures for program delivery and quality assurance

Oversee scheduling, staffing, registration, and technology integration

Manage vendor contracts, instructional resources, and facilities used for lifelong learning instruction

Monitor compliance with College policies, grant requirements, and legal regulations

Develop and manage the unit’s annual budget; create annual and multi-year revenue goals and projections in collaboration with the Executive Director; ensure long-term financial sustainability

Monitor program performance metrics (e.g., enrollment, revenue, and costs) and adjust strategies to meet financial goals

In collaboration with the Development and Alumnae Relations Team, develop and manage external funding opportunities, including grants, sponsorships, and partnerships

Build and maintain relationships with industry partners, community organizations, government agencies, and other stakeholders; coordinate with cross-divisional and cross-campus partners engaged in active conversations with these stakeholders

Represent Lifelong Learning Initiatives Team and the Community Engagement & Lifelong Success Division at internal and external meetings, conferences, and events

Supervise marketing and outreach efforts in collaboration with the college’s Communications Team and external marketing agencies as needed

Hire, train, and supervise a team of program managers, administrative staff, and support personnel

Provide professional development and performance evaluations to ensure staff effectiveness and engagement

Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment

And other duties as assigned across all areas of responsibility

Qualification

Budget managementProgram developmentStaff supervisionCRM platformsOperational effectivenessPublic speakingData-driven mindsetSocial media proficiencyCommunicationOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skillsProblem-solvingCollaboration

Required

Understanding of and support for the values and mission of a liberal arts education dedicated to women and the ability to articulate them effectively

Excellent oral and written communications skills

Effective planning, organizational and problem-solving skills

The ability to forecast and manage a budget as well as other resource requirements as needed

Ability to handle multiple tasks in a goal-driven and fast-paced environment

Proficiency with web applications and social media platforms; data driven mindset

Personable, thoughtful individual with excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills

Proven ability to lead and direct work flow of staff

Proven ability to work collaboratively with partners, including Financial Aid, Student Services, faculty, guidance counselors, and community-based organizations

Bachelor's degree required

4-6 years in an academic institution including 1 to 3 years managing staff

Experience planning complex operations in a higher education institution or corporate setting

Advanced proficiency in CRM platforms and cloud-based databases

Preferred

Advanced degree

Experience with Technolutions Slate CRM a plus

Experience managing budgets in a Workday environment a plus

Company

Barnard College

Barnard College provides liberal arts education to young women, offering the unparalleled advantages of an outstanding residential college.

Founded in 1889

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://barnard.edu/

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