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Walsh School of Foreign Service
Associate Director, AI Initiatives - McDonough School of Business
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A Director of Business Development is a highly specialized Business Development Manager. Plans and directs sale of products or services to customers. Coordinates sales distribution. Establishes sales territories, quotas and/or goals for staff, and provides training for sales representatives. Analyzes sales data to monitor customer preferences and develops strategies for increasing sales.
$199,391 / year median in California
-2% projected decline
Job Description
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 Associate Director, AI Initiatives, Office of the Dean| McDonough School of Business - Georgetown University The Associate Director plays a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of AI- and FoW-related programs and experiences for students, while also helping expand the Initiative's visibility, reach, and impact among faculty, staff, alumni, industry partners, and external stakeholders. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be excited by the opportunity to help build a growing initiative at the intersection of business, technology, and the future of work. Duties include but are not limited to: Coordinate and execute events, workshops, speaker series, and other programming related to the AI, Analytics, and FoW Initiative Support stakeholder engagement, including outreach to students, faculty, staff, alumni, industry partners, and external organizations Manage website updates, newsletters, and other communications materials in partnership with MarComm Provide operational and administrative support for initiative-related projects and priorities Assist with student-focused experiential learning opportunities and engagement initiatives Support the development of new programs, partnerships, and engagement opportunities aligned with the Initiative's mission Support cross-functional coordination with Dean's Office staff, faculty, and external stakeholders Track initiative-related activities, timelines, and deliverables Work Interaction The Associate Director reports to the Director of Initiatives and works closely with the Director of the AI, Analytics, and FoW Initiative to support the Initiative's programming, operations, stakeholder engagement, and strategic priorities. The position collaborates regularly with colleagues within the Dean's Office, including Marketing and Communications, program staff, faculty, students, alumni, and external stakeholders connected to initiative programming and engagement efforts. This role directly contributes to the University's mission by advancing Georgetown's commitment to educating principled leaders who can navigate technological change with ethical insight, analytical rigor, and global perspective. By fostering learning, collaboration, and innovation around artificial intelligence, analytics, and the future of work, the position helps integrate cutting-edge knowledge into the McDonough experience and strengthens the school's impact at the intersection of business, technology, and society. Requirements and Qualifications Bachelor's degree required 3-5 years of relevant professional experience in higher education, program management, communications, events, or related fields Strong organizational and project management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across teams and stakeholder groups Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and standard digital communication tools Ability to engage professionally with students, faculty, alumni, senior leaders, and external partners Strong judgment, initiative, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment Preferred qualifications Experience supporting academic, innovation, entrepreneurship, or technology-focused initiatives Familiarity with AI, analytics, or future-of-work topics Experience working in higher education or business school environments Experience with website/content management systems and event coordination Experience engaging with external stakeholders, including alumni, corporate partners, industry organizations, or community partners Experience supporting student-facing programs, experiential learning opportunities, or professional development initiatives Work Mode Designation This position has been designated as Hybrid , 4 days in the office and 1 remote day. 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 .