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Assistant Provost for Strategic Initiatives - Provost's Office
Atlanta, GA
Job Description
Assistant Provost for Strategic Initiatives
Office of the Provost
Georgia State University
About Georgia State
With more than 52,000 students from 150 countries and all U.S. states and territories, Georgia State University is the largest university in the state and one of the largest in the nation. Georgia State offers more than 250 degree programs in 100 fields of study, taught by more than 1,500 faculty members who generate groundbreaking research and educate one of the most diverse student populations in the nation. In 2022, Georgia State University was identified as the second most innovative university in the country by the U.S. News and World Report.
With a research campus in downtown Atlanta and five associate-degree granting campuses throughout the metro Atlanta area, the university provides its world-class faculty and students with unsurpassed connections to the opportunities available in one of the 21st century’s great global cities.
U.S. News and World Report ranks Georgia State as the #1 institution for undergraduate teaching, #6 for best first-year experience, and #11 for advancing social mobility.
As an R1 institution, Georgia State’s 12 colleges and schools are home to many nationally ranked academic programs and excellent research and teaching faculty. Since 1996, research expenditures have increased tenfold to over $200 million in fiscal year 2023.
Job Description
The Assistant Provost for Strategic Initiatives, will play a critical role in advancing the institution's strategic priorities, driving innovation, and promoting excellence across all areas. The position reports directly to the Provost and works closely with senior leadership, faculty, and staff to develop and implement strategic initiatives that align with the institution's vision and goals.
Primary Responsibilities
1. Strategic Planning and Execution: Collaborate with the Provost, strategic planning taskforce members and other stakeholders to implement the University strategic plan, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and objectives. Lead the implementation of a process to develop strategic initiatives and set of tools to monitor progress and evaluating outcomes.
2. Cross-Collaboration and Partnership: Foster interdisciplinary collaboration and partnerships across academic departments, administrative units, and external organizations. Facilitate effective communication and coordination among various stakeholders to maximize the impact of strategic initiatives.
3. Research and Analysis: Conduct in-depth research and analysis of emerging trends, best practices, and innovative approaches in higher education. Identify opportunities for strategic growth, program development, and resource optimization.
4. Grant and Proposal Development: Identify and pursue external funding opportunities to support strategic initiatives. Identify and convene faculty and staff subject matter experts to develop compelling grant proposals, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and requirements.
5. Project Management: Oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of strategic projects and initiatives. Provide guidance and support to project teams, ensuring a consistent implementation and project management approach, to support, timely execution, real time performance measurement and successful outcomes.
6. Performance Measurement and Reporting: Collaborate with the VP for Financial Planning and Operations to assist taskforce convenors in the development of key performance indicators (KPIs) and routine reports to assess the impact of strategic initiatives. Prepare presentations for senior leadership, Georgia State community, and other stakeholders.
Qualifications
Application Procedures
For full consideration, applicants should submit a cover letter, current CV/resume, and three professional references.
An offer of employment will be conditional on background verification. Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race,
ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or based on disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
Office of the Provost
Georgia State University
About Georgia State
With more than 52,000 students from 150 countries and all U.S. states and territories, Georgia State University is the largest university in the state and one of the largest in the nation. Georgia State offers more than 250 degree programs in 100 fields of study, taught by more than 1,500 faculty members who generate groundbreaking research and educate one of the most diverse student populations in the nation. In 2022, Georgia State University was identified as the second most innovative university in the country by the U.S. News and World Report.
With a research campus in downtown Atlanta and five associate-degree granting campuses throughout the metro Atlanta area, the university provides its world-class faculty and students with unsurpassed connections to the opportunities available in one of the 21st century’s great global cities.
U.S. News and World Report ranks Georgia State as the #1 institution for undergraduate teaching, #6 for best first-year experience, and #11 for advancing social mobility.
As an R1 institution, Georgia State’s 12 colleges and schools are home to many nationally ranked academic programs and excellent research and teaching faculty. Since 1996, research expenditures have increased tenfold to over $200 million in fiscal year 2023.
Job Description
The Assistant Provost for Strategic Initiatives, will play a critical role in advancing the institution's strategic priorities, driving innovation, and promoting excellence across all areas. The position reports directly to the Provost and works closely with senior leadership, faculty, and staff to develop and implement strategic initiatives that align with the institution's vision and goals.
Primary Responsibilities
1. Strategic Planning and Execution: Collaborate with the Provost, strategic planning taskforce members and other stakeholders to implement the University strategic plan, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and objectives. Lead the implementation of a process to develop strategic initiatives and set of tools to monitor progress and evaluating outcomes.
2. Cross-Collaboration and Partnership: Foster interdisciplinary collaboration and partnerships across academic departments, administrative units, and external organizations. Facilitate effective communication and coordination among various stakeholders to maximize the impact of strategic initiatives.
3. Research and Analysis: Conduct in-depth research and analysis of emerging trends, best practices, and innovative approaches in higher education. Identify opportunities for strategic growth, program development, and resource optimization.
4. Grant and Proposal Development: Identify and pursue external funding opportunities to support strategic initiatives. Identify and convene faculty and staff subject matter experts to develop compelling grant proposals, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and requirements.
5. Project Management: Oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of strategic projects and initiatives. Provide guidance and support to project teams, ensuring a consistent implementation and project management approach, to support, timely execution, real time performance measurement and successful outcomes.
6. Performance Measurement and Reporting: Collaborate with the VP for Financial Planning and Operations to assist taskforce convenors in the development of key performance indicators (KPIs) and routine reports to assess the impact of strategic initiatives. Prepare presentations for senior leadership, Georgia State community, and other stakeholders.
Qualifications
- A master’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent combination of degree and experience.
- A proven track record of successful strategic planning and execution in an academic or comparable setting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and critically.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience in project management, including planning, execution, and evaluation.
- Knowledge of current trends and issues in higher education, particularly related to strategic planning and innovation.
- Familiarity with grant development and proposal writing is preferred.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Application Procedures
For full consideration, applicants should submit a cover letter, current CV/resume, and three professional references.
An offer of employment will be conditional on background verification. Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race,
ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or based on disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
Job Summary
Company
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Master's Degree
Required Experience
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