Director of External Affairs
UNCG
Posting Details Position Information Position Number 999714 Functional Title Director of External Affairs Position Type Administration - Staff Position Eclass EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning University Information Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B. Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit The primary purpose of the Chancellor’s Office is to support the Chancellor’s leadership of UNC Greensboro (UNCG). UNCG has been providing access and excellence since its founding in 1891 as a women’s college (and as one of the three original institutions of the University of North Carolina System) and now as a public, coeducational, doctoral-granting, residential university, serving a vast array of students. The Chancellor serves as the University’s Chief Executive Officer, with more than 18,000 students, including more than 3,600 graduate students, and over 2,500 faculty and staff.
He is the spokesperson providing leadership at local, state, national and international levels. Position Summary UNCG has many stakeholders, including local, state, and federal government agencies whose actions have significant implications for the University; and other community entities who can be strategic partners in accomplishing mutual goals. Working with the executive team, the Director of External Affairs (Director) will play an integral role in ensuring the ability of the University to accomplish its vision, mission, and strategic goals by developing strategy related to and building relationships with key external partners. Specifically, the Director will provide leadership for strategy and relationships with local, state, federal government agencies, local community leaders, and corporate and military partners. The Director will collaborate with key campus constituencies on the university’s top strategic priorities. Minimum Qualifications A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required. A minimum of five years of experience representing organizations with government and/or community groups or experience working in state or local government. The successful candidate must have strong organizational, planning, analytical, and problem solving abilities; demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; excellent interpersonal skills; the ability to facilitate conversation among groups with disparate perspectives and balance these perspectives; and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive situation with diplomacy. The candidate must have the ability to represent the University and its priorities; and work effectively and collaboratively with variety of individuals and offices within both University and the community. A history of carrying initiatives to their successful conclusion. Demonstrated success with working in a highly collaborative environment as a productive member of a team. Demonstrated ability to analyze facts, employ strategic, decisive thinking, and manage risk in emergent situations.
Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates Preferred Qualifications A Master’s degree is preferred. Other preferred qualifications and experience include: Knowledge of the current climate surrounding higher education; a passion for public education and representing higher education to a broad range of stakeholders.
Special Instructions to Applicants Recruitment Range $92,985 - $135,200 Org #-Department Office of the Chancellor - 68801 Job Open Date 10/28/2024 For Best Consideration Date 11/12/2024 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No FTE 1.000 Type of Appointment Permanent If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment. Number of Months per Year 12 FLSA Exempt Key Responsibilities ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Percentage Of Time 50 Key Responsibility Identify and advance high-priority budgetary and legislative proposals
Essential Tasks In collaboration with the Chancellor and senior leadership, develop and prepare budget and legislative proposals and policy briefings. Work collaboratively with UNC System Office on legislative advocacy in support of UNCG’s and the Board of Governors’ legislative agenda and budget requests. Percentage Of Time 40 Key Responsibility Build and expand key relationships and partnerships Essential Tasks Strengthen UNCG’s standing with elected governmental representatives particularly with the North Carolina General Assembly, and fully engage the University’s internal and external constituent groups in support of the University’s goals as appropriate. Represent UNCG’s interests with key stakeholders, including but not limited to local government, community and corporate partners, and the UNC System Board of Governors. This includes successfully and effectively navigating processes, protocols, and relationships. Serve as a liaison to important economic development entities within Greensboro and the surrounding Triad area, including chambers of commerce and regional economic development organizations. Work on town/gown relationships, specifically serving as the Chancellor’s Office liaison to College Hill and Glenwood neighborhoods. Represent the Chancellor and other senior leaders in key meetings and events.
Percentage Of Time 10 Key Responsibility Other Duties as Assigned Essential Tasks Staffing the Chancellor and other Senior Staff as needed. Work on other university and Chancellor’s Office priority projects.
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He is the spokesperson providing leadership at local, state, national and international levels. Position Summary UNCG has many stakeholders, including local, state, and federal government agencies whose actions have significant implications for the University; and other community entities who can be strategic partners in accomplishing mutual goals. Working with the executive team, the Director of External Affairs (Director) will play an integral role in ensuring the ability of the University to accomplish its vision, mission, and strategic goals by developing strategy related to and building relationships with key external partners. Specifically, the Director will provide leadership for strategy and relationships with local, state, federal government agencies, local community leaders, and corporate and military partners. The Director will collaborate with key campus constituencies on the university’s top strategic priorities. Minimum Qualifications A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required. A minimum of five years of experience representing organizations with government and/or community groups or experience working in state or local government. The successful candidate must have strong organizational, planning, analytical, and problem solving abilities; demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; excellent interpersonal skills; the ability to facilitate conversation among groups with disparate perspectives and balance these perspectives; and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive situation with diplomacy. The candidate must have the ability to represent the University and its priorities; and work effectively and collaboratively with variety of individuals and offices within both University and the community. A history of carrying initiatives to their successful conclusion. Demonstrated success with working in a highly collaborative environment as a productive member of a team. Demonstrated ability to analyze facts, employ strategic, decisive thinking, and manage risk in emergent situations.
Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates Preferred Qualifications A Master’s degree is preferred. Other preferred qualifications and experience include: Knowledge of the current climate surrounding higher education; a passion for public education and representing higher education to a broad range of stakeholders.
Special Instructions to Applicants Recruitment Range $92,985 - $135,200 Org #-Department Office of the Chancellor - 68801 Job Open Date 10/28/2024 For Best Consideration Date 11/12/2024 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No FTE 1.000 Type of Appointment Permanent If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment. Number of Months per Year 12 FLSA Exempt Key Responsibilities ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Percentage Of Time 50 Key Responsibility Identify and advance high-priority budgetary and legislative proposals
Essential Tasks In collaboration with the Chancellor and senior leadership, develop and prepare budget and legislative proposals and policy briefings. Work collaboratively with UNC System Office on legislative advocacy in support of UNCG’s and the Board of Governors’ legislative agenda and budget requests. Percentage Of Time 40 Key Responsibility Build and expand key relationships and partnerships Essential Tasks Strengthen UNCG’s standing with elected governmental representatives particularly with the North Carolina General Assembly, and fully engage the University’s internal and external constituent groups in support of the University’s goals as appropriate. Represent UNCG’s interests with key stakeholders, including but not limited to local government, community and corporate partners, and the UNC System Board of Governors. This includes successfully and effectively navigating processes, protocols, and relationships. Serve as a liaison to important economic development entities within Greensboro and the surrounding Triad area, including chambers of commerce and regional economic development organizations. Work on town/gown relationships, specifically serving as the Chancellor’s Office liaison to College Hill and Glenwood neighborhoods. Represent the Chancellor and other senior leaders in key meetings and events.
Percentage Of Time 10 Key Responsibility Other Duties as Assigned Essential Tasks Staffing the Chancellor and other Senior Staff as needed. Work on other university and Chancellor’s Office priority projects.
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