Director, Academic Initiatives

New York University•New York, NY

10d•$145,000 - $185,000

About The Position

The Director of Academic Initiatives plays a pivotal role within the Office of the Provost. Partners with the Vice Provosts and other senior leaders to implement high-profile, University-wide initiatives. Areas of focus include master’s programs and enhancing the master’s student experience, expanding access to dual-degree and accelerated academic programs, and signature undergraduate-level initiatives, in addition to new projects that the incumbent will oversee. Plays a key role in ongoing provostial efforts to develop and implement strategies to support NYU schools in instructional time planning.

Requirements

Master's Degree
7+ years relevant leadership experience
Experience in project managing for senior stakeholders, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Excellent leadership, organizational, and project management skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and the demonstrated ability to develop and sustain effective relationships in support of organizational goals
Ability to work and communicate with diverse internal and external stakeholders in individual and group settings
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong proficiency with spreadsheet and presentation applications
Ability to maintain confidentiality, discretion, and attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment
Proactive approach in order to successfully manage a diverse portfolio
Ability to translate senior leadership’s vision into measurable, University-wide progress

Nice To Haves

Doctoral Degree

Responsibilities

Implement high-profile, University-wide initiatives.
Enhance the master's student experience.
Expand access to dual-degree and accelerated academic programs.
Oversee new projects.
Develop and implement strategies to support NYU schools in instructional time planning.