Associate Director of the Lipman Family Prize and Lipman Fellows Program at University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Associate Director of the Lipman Family Prize and Lipman Fellows Program





University Overview



The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.


Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.


The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.




Posted Job Title

Associate Director of the Lipman Family Prize and Lipman Fellows Program




Job Profile Title

Associate Director D, Student Services, Academic Programs




Job Description Summary

Founded in 1881 as the world's first collegiate business school, the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is shaping the future of business by incubating ideas, driving insights, and creating leaders who change the world. With campuses in Philadelphia and San Francisco, Wharton has over 850 staff, a faculty population of more than 235 renowned professors, and 5,000 undergraduate, MBA, executive MBA, and doctoral students. Each year, 13,000 professionals worldwide advance their careers through Wharton Executive Education's individual, company-customized, and online programs. More than 104,000 Wharton alumni form a powerful global network of leaders who transform business every day. Wharton is home to a diverse staff population representing a rich array of backgrounds, expertise, and cultures. To learn more, visit www.wharton.upenn.edu.


At the McNulty Leadership Program of the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, we see leadership as the act of making a positive difference in the world. We enable and support the pursuit of deeper self-awareness and improved leadership skills to advance individual success as well as team and organizational performance. Our mission is to develop leaders who act with a deeper understanding of themselves, their organizations, and their communities, and contribute positively to the performance and transformation of each; our core values consist of demonstrating compassion, striving for excellence, and always seeking learning.


The Barry & Marie Lipman Family Prize at the University of Pennsylvania is an annual global prize that celebrates leadership and innovation in the social sector with an emphasis on impact and transferability of practices. We are committed to resourcing and connecting change-makers to bring innovative ideas to new places and problems around the world. The Prize is unique for its core emphasis on education, in its partnership with the University of Pennsylvania, in the integration of the Prize process into the educational experience of Penn graduate students, and in the commitment to focusing the award on aspects that can be shared with and applied at other social impact organizations and contribute to the advancement of the broader social impact field. To learn more, visit https://lipmanfamilyprize.wharton.upenn.edu/.


The Lipman Fellows Program resides in the McNulty Leadership Program and offers graduate students at the University of Pennsylvania the opportunity to learn about the social sector through direct participation in the philanthropic process. During the execution of real-world work, students explore the leadership dimensions of teamwork, communication, group decision-making, and emotional intelligence while employing technical skills such as impact analysis, market research, and project management. The staff-facilitated, team-based structure of the work and diverse, multidisciplinary composition of the Lipman Fellow community allow students to collaborate and challenge themselves in a safe learning environment.




Job Description



The Associate Director of the Lipman Family Prize and Lipman Fellows Program (Associate Director) is primarily responsible for the strategy and execution of the annual cycles for both the philanthropic prize selection process and the fellowship program. The Lipman Family Prize at the University of Pennsylvania recognizes and amplifies the impact of organizations devoted to positive social impact and creating sustainable solutions to social and economic challenges. This annual global prize celebrates leadership and innovation through the careful study of impact and transferability of practices. The Prize is unique for its core emphasis on education, in its partnership with the University of Pennsylvania, in the integration of the Prize process into the educational experience of Penn students, and in the commitment to focusing the award on aspects that can be shared with and replicated at other organizations.


Reporting to the Director of the Lipman Family Prize, the Associate Director will (1) Take full administrative and operational responsibility for the annual prize selection process including design and delivery of the multi-phased application, review, and communication process; (2) Oversee the work product and educational experience of the graduate students serving as the McNulty Leadership Program's Lipman Fellows, taking lead in the strategic development, design, and delivery of the year-long interdisciplinary leadership development fellowship program; (3) Manage in-person, hybrid, and virtual event planning details, from program development to execution, and from small to large scale; (4) Partner with Lipman team to support the post-award selection process and the winner organizations' on-going relationship with the Prize and Penn; and (5) Help build and support the Lipman Prize network including supporting the activities of the Steering Committee for the Prize. The Associate Director will directly supervise one (1) full-time program coordinator.



Qualifications



A Bachelor's Degree is required, and a Master's Degree strongly preferred, with 5-7 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. A Master's Degree is an asset when leading a program with graduate students.



Additional Required Qualifications

• Highly responsible and accountable


• Excellent project management and organizational skills


• Excellent interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, including adapting styles to various stakeholders


• Demonstrates creative and critical thinking (can see the big picture and keep an eye on the details)


• Seeks continual learning with a growth mindset


• Strategic and adaptable


• Proactively identifies and communicates potential opportunities and challenges


• Demonstrated interest in social impact


• Desire to co-create and promote a high-performing team environment that balances high accountability with high psychological safety

Desired Qualifications

• Prior experience in one or more of the following areas: nonprofit administration, philanthropy, higher education, experiential learning, and leadership development


• Prior supervisory experience


• Prior experience creating and monitoring budgets


• Enjoys work environments with multiple competing priorities


• Personal commitment to social impact


• Personal commitment to growth as a leader


• Demonstrated desire to invest in the development of others


• Strong varied technical skills (i.e. Excel, website editing, social media platforms and management tools), or willingness to learn

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania




Department / School

Wharton School




Pay Range

$61,046.00 - $90,000.00 Annual Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.




Affirmative Action Statement

Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.




Special Requirements

Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.




University Benefits

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  Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
  
  


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  Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
  
  


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  Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
  
  


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  Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.
  
  


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  Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
  
  


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  Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
  
  


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  Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
  
  


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  University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
  
  


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  Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
  
  


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  Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
  
  


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  Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
  
  


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  Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.
  
  

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