Executive Director

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation's capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world. Requirements Job Overview Executive Director, O'Neill Institute for National and Global Health Law - Georgetown University The Executive Director collaborates with, and reports to, the Faculty Director to set the vision, objectives, and goals for the O'Neill Institute, as well as to effectively execute that vision. This includes strategic planning, supervising staff, fundraising, planning events, programs, and conferences, advancing sponsored research, developing publications, and coordinating programs for students. It requires rigorous stewardship of the Institute's programs, activities, and finances. In addition, the Executive Director supervises 7 Center Directors, and oversees administration, finance, communications, and other core responsibilities. S/he also engages in independent scholarly activities, including research and writing, lecturing, and occasional teaching, as appropriate. Additional duties include, but are not limited to: Institution-Building Fundraising Convening Curricular Administration Communications Recruitment Management and Budgeting Work Interactions Working closely with the Institute's Faculty Director, the Executive Director will work to establish the Institute (or maintain the Institute's reputation) as the leading local, national, and global voice in and convener of discussions and debates about health policy; spearhead the Institute's fundraising and communications efforts; and supervise many of the day-to-day functions of Institute staff, fellows, and students. The incumbent will develop and lead programming, as well as research activities and collect information about Institute activities and the activities of affiliated entities. Requirements and Qualifications Possess a J.D., Ph.D., M.D., MBA or terminal degree. At least seven years of senior or executive leadership experience. Skilled in fundraising and development. Demonstrated expertise in program building and management, sponsored research, and academic administration. An innovative thinker in possession of independent judgment, accountability, impeccable integrity, sense of fairness, and expert experience in interactions with a diverse range of people and interests. The Institute seeks an individual who thrives in a team environment Should possess excellent communication, organizational, financial, and leadership skills Should be able to take initiative, implement vision, resolve problems, and advance the mission and vision of the Institute Should have experience and expertise collaborating with government agencies, international organizations, civil society or think tank partners Should also have successful experience in programming and convening both high-level and more localized events (such as roundtables, colloquia, and symposia) Will have knowledge of leading scholars, authors, and researchers in the field to build partnerships and collaborations Will have both national and global experience and will have previously served on a 501c3 board or boards, with an understanding of fiduciary responsibilities, organizational governance, delegation of responsibilities, and working with others in leadership Exceptional interpersonal skills to interact effectively with academic leaders, faculty, staff, donors and volunteers. Recruitment Management and Budgeting Preferred Qualifications Candidates with expertise and additional training in medicine, political science, economics, public health, social determinants of health, bioethics, or related disciplines. Work Mode Designation This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

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