Senior Manager (Executive Operations & Strategic Partnerships)
Senior Manager (Executive Operations & Strategic Partnerships)
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Job Title
Senior Manager (Executive Operations & Strategic Partnerships)Agency
Prairie View A&M UniversityDepartment
Research AdministrationProposed Minimum Salary
$4848.59 monthlyJob Location
Prairie View TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
The Senior Manager Executive Operations & Strategic Partnerships will serve as a critical member of the Office of the Vice President for Research & Innovation (R&I) providing special assistance to the Vice President with executive operations executing strategic projects managing key internal and external partnerships overseeing priority projects and ensuring the operational efficiency of the division. This role combines executive-level advisory support project leadership and administrative coordination to enhance the divisions responsiveness alignment with institutional goals and long-term impact. The incumbent will act as a strategic liaison across internal departments faculty relationships and external stakeholders. They will manage a portfolio of special initiatives support the implementation of R&Is strategic goals and provide day-to-day oversight of select operations and communications on behalf of the Vice President.
The suitable candidate must be a strategic thinker highly organized and detail-oriented discreet and trustworthy proactive and resourceful emotionally intelligent an excellent communicator both written and verbal diplomatic and collaborative possess strong executive presence adaptable and resilient and mission-driven with a strong service orientation. Additional valuable characteristics include being technologically savvy policy literate and having the potential to mentor junior staff or interns.
This position may pay more than the salary listed above depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.
Responsibilities:
Executive Support
Serve as a trusted member and operational extension of the Vice President helping prioritize time decisions and stakeholder engagements.
Coordinate and prepare high-level briefings presentations and executive communications.
Manage the Vice Presidents priority agenda proactively identifying issues aligning actions and ensuring follow-up.
Represent or accompany the Vice President in internal meetings and external engagements as appropriate.
Project and Program Management
Oversee and coordinate complex projects from initiation through completion ensuring timely delivery resource alignment and stakeholder engagement.
Draft and manage project charters timelines and outcome reports for internal and external dissemination.
Provide project support to key committees or task forces including R&I strategic planning inter-college collaborations and industry engagements.
Communication and Liaison
Serve as a liaison between the R&I Division and other university offices on behalf of the Vice President.
Coordinate information flow to and from the Vice President ensuring timely responses and clarity in communication.
Prepare written materials for reports talking points and public remarks with a level of oversight of the Communications team.
Strategic and Operational Leadership
Lead and track the execution of cross-divisional projects aligned with the universitys research strategy.
Facilitate alignment between research administration operations faculty development and strategic partnerships.
Support implementation and progress monitoring of strategic plans and other division-wide goals.
Manage a division-wide dashboard of key initiatives milestones and performance metrics.
Personnel and Administrative Oversight
Support division-wide coordination including staff affairs policies and trainings offered.
Manage and delegate administrative and logistical tasks to ensure seamless office operations.
Assist in organizing key events retreats and leadership meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelors degree
Seven years of related experience in higher education administration executive support project management or strategic planning.
Preferred Qualifications.
Masters Degree
Proven ability to manage high-stakes projects and lead cross-functional teams.
Strong writing organizational and analytical skills.
Experience with university research infrastructure or innovation environments preferred.
Job Posting Close Date:
6/12/2025
Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed belowin the attachment box labeled as either Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Application Submission Guidelines:
All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed HigherEdJobs etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via thePVAMUCareer site.
The required documents listed in the above Required Attachments section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at or should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements:
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Required Experience:
Senior Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
