Senior Director for Data Programs 115440
Senior Director for Data Programs 115440
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$ 111800 - 220000
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The Bloomberg Center for Government Excellence (GovEx) at Johns Hopkins University (JHU) seeks to hire a Senior Director for Data Programs to join our team of government data and performance practice experts to support senior government leaders across the United States Canada and Latin America to use data to get better results for residents.
The Senior Director will lead the administration of multiple data programs for local government leaders that includes technical assistance coaching and policy development towards the development of citywide data strategies and the establishment of performance management routines all focused on using data to improve outcomes for communities. The Senior Director will manage a team of more than 20 consultants and staff to deliver the centers signature programs and will be accountable for achieving program results.
The Senior Director is a dynamic and visionary leader responsible for ensuring excellence in the design implementation monitoring and evaluation of data initiatives and programs at the GovEx at JHU. This role is critical in driving programmatic excellence ensuring that all center initiatives and programs are designed in alignment with the centers mission and strategic goals that they are implemented with fidelity to approved work plans and budgets and achieve their intended impact.
Since 2015 GovEx has supported over 10000 public sector leaders in 37 countries and over 568 cities counties and states by providing coaching and technical assistance; research and analytics; training and capacity building; and human resource support. GovEx is a recognized leader in the provision of public sector training to upskill employees and improve data practices through selfguided courses and instructorfacilitated learning.
GovEx is dedicated to supporting governments in leveraging the power of data to identify understand and dismantle legacies of structural and entrenched racism. We seek candidates who are committed to using datadriven approaches to promote equity and justice in communities. For more information about GovEx please visit Duties & Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Lead mentor and manage a team of data professionals including data analysts data advisors data and policy consultants and program managers.
- Develop and implement strategic plans for data programs ensuring alignment with the organizations broader goals.
- Foster a culture of collaboration innovation and continuous improvement within the data team and across the organization.
- Oversee the allocation of resources ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Program Design and Development
- Strategic thinker with a proactive solutionsoriented approach.
- Passionate about data and its potential to drive improvements in government.
- Lead the design and development of highimpact initiatives and programs including proposals supporting new partnerships collaborations grants and contracts.
- Ensure that all center initiatives and programs are designed to be evidencebased scalable and sustainable.
Program Optimization and Management
- Oversee the development and implementation of all GovEx initiatives and programs by providing guidance to directors managers program teams and staff.
- Ensure consistent monitoring and evaluation of program performance making datadriven adjustments as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
- Effectively deploy staff and other resources to optimize performance and to support program implementation.
Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders including funders collaborators core partners and civic leaders and organizations.
- Manage engagements with stakeholders to gather insights and feedback to support and advance center initiatives and programs.
- Excellent advisory and communication skills with the ability to influence senior leadership and drive organizational change.
- Establish and manage effective relationships with key partners.
- Capably represent GovEx as a senior leader at events meetings conferences and forums.
Team Leadership and Development
- Manage lead and mentor a team of directors and managers and develop and sustain highperforming program teams.
- Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that encourages innovation and excellence and aligns with the culture of the organization.
- Provide regular feedback and professional development opportunities for team members.
- Collaborative leader with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and departments.
- Excellent communicator able to convey complex ideas in a clear and concise manner.
- Committed to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends and developments.
Reporting and Accountability
- Prepare and present regular reports for the Executive Director and partners on program performance and impact.
- Ensure transparency and accountability in all program activities.
- Oversee program management staff and ensure teams are managed effectively to meet program milestones and deadlines.
Minimum Qualifications
- Advanced Degree required preferably in business finance or a related field.
- A minimum of 7 years of experience working in strategic planning project management or other related work.
Preferred Qualifications
- Proven track record of designing and implementing highimpact programs focused on data data systems resultsbased and/or performance management practices within the public sector.
- Strong strategic thinking and problemsolving skills.
- Excellent organizational and process optimization abilities.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience in managing and developing highperforming teams.
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Demonstrated commitment to the mission and values of the center.
Classified Title: Director Strategic Initiatives
Job Posting Title (Working Title):Senior Director for Data Programs
Role/Level/Range: L/04/LG
Starting Salary Range: $111800 $220000 Annually (Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday Friday 9am5:30pm
Exempt Status:Exempt
Location:Hybrid/Homewood Campus
Department name: Ctrs for Govt Excellence & Public Innova
Personnel area: Academic and Business Centers
Required Experience:
Exec
Employment Type
Full Time
