Director, Office of Faculty Director

University of Chicago

  • Chicago, IL
  • $120,000-140,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 19 hours ago
Department SSD Development Economics Center: Staff and Temporary EmployeesAbout the Department The Development Innovation Lab at the University of Chicago uses the tools of economics to develop innovations with the potential to benefit millions of people in low- and middle-income countries. It was founded and is led by Nobel laureate Michael Kremer.Job Summary This role develops and implements the planning, development, and implementation of objectives, long-range and strategic plans, and identifies the strengths and weaknesses. Identifies new external partners to advance strategic priorities.Responsibilities
  • Identifies and implements systems to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy across the Office of the Faculty Director; in coordination with the Executive Director, ensures compliance with DIL protocols and University policies while optimizing administrative workflows.
  • Supervises daily operations across OFD project teams; in coordination with the Faculty Director and Chief of staff, establishes strategic priorities, allocates resources, and ensures timely completion of high-impact initiatives.
  • Identifies and prioritizes opportunities for research dissemination, policy outreach and funding acquisition; coordinates research activities, and contributes to research projects as assigned.
  • Leads comprehensive preparations for high-profile events, public relations initiatives, and other external communications that require Faculty Director participation.
  • Builds and maintains strong relationships with key partners, including Faculty Directors, government offices, major multilateral development banks, funders, and stakeholders from other organizations; facilitates research dissemination and collaborative opportunities.
  • Represents the team in meetings with high-level policymakers, funders, nonprofit leaders, and business executives on the global stage.
  • Supports drafting speeches, presentations, communications, and policy briefs; coordinates correspondence from the Faculty Director.
  • Acts as a researcher and planner for a wide array of efforts led by the department/division.
  • Develops and maintains a database of peer and competitor profiles. Helps establish and maintain a database of faculty (international) research topics and international inter-institutional collaborations.
  • Develops, maintains, and analyzes catalogs and registries of information about student, staff, and faculty international travel.
  • Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum QualificationsEducation: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.Certifications:---Preferred QualificationsEducation:
  • Masters degree in economics, mathematics, statistics, public policy, or related discipline
Experience:
  • Background managing staff
Technical Skills or Knowledge:
  • Proficient with academic writing.
Preferred Competencies
  • Excellent writing skills, translate technical ideas into non-technical content.
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills including meet external and internal deadlines.
  • Strong understanding development economics and economics research
  • A strong knowledge of randomized controlled trials and other empirical methods used in economics.
  • Strong coordination and management skills.
Working Conditions
  • Candidates must be willing to travel extensively and flexibly as needed for their respective responsibilities.
Application Documents
  • Resume/CV (required)
  • Cover Letter (required)
  • Professional References Contact Information (3)(required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.Job Family Administration & ManagementRole Impact Individual ContributorScheduled Weekly Hours 37.5Drug Test Required NoHealth Screen Required NoMotor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required NoPay Rate Type Salary​
FLSA Status Exempt​
Pay Range $120,000.00 - $140,000.00The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.Benefits Eligible YesThe University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in thePosting StatementThe University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see theJob seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request viaAll offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

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