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Creighton University · 1 day ago

Assistant Vice President for Strategy and Engagement

Omaha, NE

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

7+ years exp

Creighton University is a higher education institution seeking an Assistant Vice President for Strategy and Engagement. This role is responsible for shaping and executing a comprehensive IT strategy that aligns with the university’s mission and engages various stakeholders to drive institutional transformation.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of Creighton IT’s strategic plans and multi-year roadmaps that align with university-wide strategic goals

Collaborate with university leadership to ensure IT strategy supports academic, research, student success, and administrative priorities

Monitor trends in higher education and technology to inform strategic direction and innovation

Build and sustain strong relationships with academic units, administrative departments, student organizations, and external partners

Facilitate engagement with key partners to ensure IT initiatives are responsive to campus needs and aligned with institutional mission

Serve as a strategic liaison between Creighton IT and university governance bodies, advisory committees, and planning groups

Lead the design and implementation of IT governance structures that promote transparency, shared decision-making, and strategic alignment

Develop and refine processes that support effective prioritization, resource allocation, and performance measurement

Ensure continuous improvement through feedback loops, service assessments, and stakeholder input

Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability within ITS

Lead initiatives to develop staff capabilities in strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement, and change management

Establish clear performance metrics and accountability frameworks for strategic initiatives

Represent Creighton IT in executive-level discussions, institutional planning efforts, and cross-functional initiatives

Provide strategic counsel to university leadership on technology trends, risks, and opportunities

Oversee internal and external communications to ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment with institutional priorities

Qualification

IT strategyStakeholder engagementStrategic planningOrganizational changeIT governanceProcess improvementPerformance measurementAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsRelationship-buildingTeam leadership

Required

Bachelor's degree in information technology, business administration, organizational leadership, or a related field

Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive leadership experience in IT strategy, planning, or stakeholder engagement, preferably in higher education

Proven ability to lead strategic planning, build partnerships, and drive organizational change

Strong communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills across diverse stakeholder groups

Deep understanding of strategic planning methodologies, including roadmap development and alignment with institutional goals

Knowledge of higher education environments, including academic, research, and administrative operations

Familiarity with university governance structures and shared decision-making processes

Understanding of enterprise IT functions, emerging technologies, and digital transformation trends in higher education

Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and build consensus among diverse stakeholders

Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills to foster trust and collaboration across campus units

Skilled in executive-level engagement, including presenting complex ideas to senior leadership and facilitating strategic discussions

Ability to serve as a connector between ITS and university leadership, translating institutional priorities into actionable IT strategies

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to tailor messaging for technical and non-technical audiences

Experience designing and leading stakeholder engagement strategies, listening sessions, and feedback mechanisms

Ability to facilitate workshops, governance meetings, and strategic planning sessions with clarity and purpose

Experience designing and implementing IT governance frameworks that promote transparency, accountability, and strategic alignment

Strong process improvement skills, including the ability to assess current practices and implement scalable, efficient solutions

Knowledge of performance measurement, service management, and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., ITIL, Lean, Six Sigma)

Demonstrated commitment to staff development, mentoring, and succession planning

Ability to foster a culture of innovation, inclusion, and continuous learning within a complex organization

Experience leading organizational change initiatives and building resilient, adaptive teams

Strong analytical skills to assess institutional needs, evaluate technology trends, and guide data-informed decision-making

Ability to develop and manage strategic roadmaps, project portfolios, and resource plans

Skilled in identifying risks, dependencies, and opportunities across strategic initiatives

Preferred

Master's degree in a relevant field

Experience with IT governance, strategic roadmapping, and institutional planning

Familiarity with higher education culture, mission-driven organizations, and shared governance environments

Demonstrated success in employee development, process improvement, and executive-level engagement

Company

Creighton University

At Creighton, our Jesuit mission shapes our vision.

Founded in 1878

Omaha, Nebraska, US

5001-10000 employees

http://creighton.edu

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