Lake Institute on Faith & Giving, within the first-of-its-kind Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, invites applications for the full-time position of Managing Director.
Job Summary
For over a decade, Lake Institute has engaged scholars, practitioners, and communities to foster a greater understanding of the ways in which faith inspires and informs generosity. To fulfill this mission, the Managing Director builds external relationships and ensures alignment across all aspects of Lake Institute¿s resources, educational Programs, and public engagement.
Department-Specific Responsibilities
Represents Lake in diverse external contexts and develops new partnerships with national philanthropic and nonprofit organizations and/or inter-religious organizations
Strengthens relationships among internal divisions and develops practices to encourage mutual learning and creativity across units in the school and campus
Supervises Associate Directors (Operations, Research, Education, Engagement); clarifies, communicates, and applies Lake's financial model and decision-making priorities across internal divisions
Ensures that resource development is staffed or supported through external contractors; potentially, contributes to resource development by taking lead on specific projects
Leads team on event planning for public Programs such as Lake Lecture and Distinguished Visitors; Identifies strategic opportunities for additional convening and works with Executive Director on plan for public engagement
Provide leadership in strategic operations
Developments and learning
General Responsibilities
Provides highest level of operational leadership and coordination of assigned staff members to define program methodologies and standards
Provides direction and guidance on high priority program operations/projects/initiatives
Establishes short-term business plans and long-term operational objectives, including managing program timelines/deliverables and developing resource plans for multi-project/multiphase program initiatives
Conducts a variety of personnel actions to include, but not limited to hiring, promotion, performance management, and dismissal
Manages high level assignments and allocation of resources, including negotiating and coordinating initiatives that involve staff in other departments/areas/teams
May coordinate large-scale Programs with a wide audience in support of academic initiatives
Makes budgetary recommendations/proposals based on resource needs and ensures cost containment
Researches and stays up to date on new industry program standards, subject matter experts, best practices, and strategic marketing; responsible for the implementation of new protocols/procedures to address business needs
Works collaboratively with other unit leaders, volunteers, students and/or faculty experts across departments in recommending standards, best practices, and related policies/procedures
Prepares management reports and summaries for senior administration, executive, steering and advisory committees; acts as advisor to executive committees; serves on various university committees, communities of practice, and task forces related to program development, educational initiatives and institutional priorities
Qualifications
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required
Bachelor's degree in related field
Preferred
Master's degree in theology, divinity, or religious studies
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
4 years of experience
1 year of management experience
Preferred
Experience in teaching, training, and administration
SKILLS
Required
Proficient in communication skills
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent collaboration and team building skills
Effectively coaches and delivers constructive feedback
Instills commitment to organizational goals
Effective conflict management skills
Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision-making skills
Builds and manages effective teams
Preferred
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Familiarity with adult learning principles and instructional development processes
Deadline-driven, creative, collaborative
Ability to independently drive projects with multiple stakeholders
Working Conditions / Demands
This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Work Location
Indianapolis, Indiana
Advertised Salary
$110,000 - $120,000 per year based on experience
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
Health savings account with generous IU contributions
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Basic group life insurance paid by IU
Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
Generous paid time off plans
Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level: Sr. Operational
FLSA: Exempt
Job Function: General Administration
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Posting Disclaimer
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
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