Executive Director, Center for Native American and Indigenous Research

at Northwestern University in

Evanston, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Opening Id:

53887

Department:

WCAS Native Amer & Indig Studi Salary/Grade:

EXS/12

Job Summary:

The Center for Native American and Indigenous Research (CNAIR) operates as a hub for multi-disciplinary, collaborative work informed by and responsive to Native American and Indigenous nations, communities, and organizations. We foster an innovative and Indigenous-centered intellectual space that is open to multiple modes of engagement for faculty, students, staff, and community members. The Center commits to developing and promoting reciprocal and sovereignty-affirming relationships and partnerships with Native American and Indigenous communities. The Executive Director plays the key leadership role in the management of CNAIR's day-to-day operations including implementing strategic goals, securing and managing CNAIR's funding, and managing CNAIR's personnel and budget. The Executive Director leads public and community outreach and engagement activities including public relations, supporting CNAIR's leadership circles and representing CNAIR throughout Northwestern's schools, numerous units, and select work groups. The Executive Director supports CNAIR's vast variety of public programming and academic initiatives that complement interdisciplinary research goals that are community driven and participatory, elevating Native American and Indigenous Scholarship. This is a full-time position that works largely on-site with some opportunities for remote work. The target hiring range for this position is between $110,260 - $130,000 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Specific Responsibilities :

Leadership and Staff Management:

Develop and implement a strategic plan to deliver the CNAIR mission in collaboration with stakeholders, leadership circles, affiliates, and the Principal Investigator(s). Oversee personnel hiring and supervise and evaluate all CNAIR personnel. Cultivate a culture of accountability, collaboration, efficiency, engagement, growth, and excellence. Provide individual and team professional development opportunities while staying in current industry best practices. Develop CNAIR's national academic profile and partnerships towards cultivating a robust research portfolio in partnership with Native American and Indigenous Tribes and organizations that are community driven and community participatory. Participate in planning and implementation of key CNAIR annual events and programs. Facilitate interfacing and collaboration between the Center's faculty affiliate To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account