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Georgia State University · 2 days ago

Senior Director of Board Relations

Atlanta Metro

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$140K/yr - $150K/yr

7+ years exp

Georgia State University is a national leader in student success and research, and they are seeking a Senior Director of Board Relations to provide executive-level administrative and strategic support to the Georgia State University Foundation Board. This role involves managing board activities, ensuring efficient governance processes, and facilitating communication between the Board and university leadership.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Manage all Georgia State University Foundation Board of Trustees' activities and create experiences for activities related to the board. In concert with the board chair or committee chairs; and president of the GSU Foundation craft the meeting content, build a calendar two years out, and ensure compliance with governance policies

Organize Board executive meetings, retreats, and special events, ensuring all logistics, materials, and follow-ups are executed efficiently

Scout and select venues for meetings, activities, and retreats. Negotiate contracts and seek approval from university Legal and the President of the GSU Foundation

Serve as the principal liaison between the Board, executive leadership, and key stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication and operational alignment

Oversee and coordinate project management efforts and special initiatives assigned by the Board or executive leadership

Work closely with top-level executives, including the President, CEO, and senior leadership team, to align Board initiatives with institutional goals, provide strategic input, and facilitate executive decision-making processes

In concert with Advancement leadership, develop engagement plans to keep board members connected, informed, and provide experiences connected to their passion. Engagement experiences will require work with deans, research, and other executive leadership to match individuals with their passion. Work collaboratively with development gift officers to support Board-related giving initiatives and philanthropic efforts

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. It is understood that the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties if requested by the supervisor. Job descriptions are reviewed periodically and may be revised if deemed necessary

Individuals will also be required to work some nights and weekends, when necessary, travel (via plane, train, or car) at least 15% of the time within and outside of the state of Georgia

Qualification

Board governanceStrategic planningProject managementExecutive communicationEvent managementStakeholder engagementCollaborationLeadership

Required

Bachelor's degree and seven years of related supervisory/management experience; or a combination of education and related experience

Preferred

A complete and accurate GSU application

Resume

Cover Letter outlining your experiences as it relates to the purpose and mission of GSU Advancement

Benefits

Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.

Professional development opportunity and mentorship

Company

Georgia State University

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Georgia State is an urban public research university and national model for student success in Atlanta, the cultural and economic center of the Southeast.

Founded in 1913

Atlanta, GA, US

5001-10000 employees

http://www.gsu.edu

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