Director of the Jordan Institute
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Job Location:
Richmond, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Virginia Union University (VUU) is a distinguished private institution founded in 1865 that proudly upholds a legacy of academic excellence and community engagement. With a historic 86-acre campus it offers a dynamic and nurturing environment for its 1568 undergraduate and graduate students. Virginia Union University is recognized in the 2024 edition of U.S. News & World Report holding a prestigious position as #39 among Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
VUU provides a robust array of academic programs including 35 Bachelors 11 Masters and one Doctoral degree. Virginia Union University remains steadfast in its commitment to offering accessible high-quality education instilling a sense of assurance and confidence in its students. It fosters a vibrant intellectual community dedicated to the holistic development of future leaders.
Five fundamental principles (core values) guide Virginia Union University. Each principle is essential to our ability to provide a Best-In-Class educational experience for students faculty and staff. These principles help our community understand the right path to fulfilling our institutions mission. The principles are Innovation Spiritual Formation Integrity Diversity & Inclusion and Excellence.
The Director of the Jordan Institute provides strategic leadership program development and operational oversight for the Institutes academic research and community engagement initiatives. The Director works collaboratively with university leadership faculty students and external partners to advance the Institutes mission enhance scholarly activity and strengthen community impact. This role is responsible for developing innovative programming securing external funding fostering partnerships and ensuring the Institute operates effectively in alignment with the universitys strategic priorities.
Responsibilities
- Provide vision leadership and strategic direction for the Jordan Institute.
- Collaborate with university leadership to align Institute activities with institutional priorities and community engagement efforts.
- Design coordinate and oversee academic research and public engagement programs.
- Organize lectures seminars conferences and community-based initiatives.
- Build relationships with community organizations government agencies nonprofits and industry partners.
- Serve as the primary representative and spokesperson for the Jordan Institute.
- Promote collaborative initiatives that strengthen civic engagement and social impact.
- Identify and pursue grant funding opportunities and external partnerships.
- Manage grant-funded projects and ensure compliance with university and funding agency requirements.
- Manage the Institutes budget resources and administrative operations.
- Supervise staff student assistants and affiliated faculty as appropriate.
- Prepare reports assessments and strategic updates for university leadership.
- Promote opportunities for student participation in research internships and experiential learning.
- Support programs that foster leadership civic responsibility and professional development.
Education
- Masters degree in public administration education social sciences business or a related field.
- Minimum of 57 years of leadership or program management experience preferably within higher education nonprofit or civic engagement organizations.
- Demonstrated experience in strategic planning program development and partnership building.
- Must be able to lift 10 pounds.
Application Process
Candidates are required to submit their resume four professional references and a cover letter. The application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. A background investigation and reference check will be required prior to employment.For any questions or concerns please contact.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Virginia Union University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation disability gender identity protected veteran status or other protected class.
For more information about Virginia Union University visitVUU About Page.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Fundraising
- Media Relations
- Constant Contact
- Strategic Planning
- Social Media Management
- Team Management
- Public Speaking
- Wordpress
- Writing Skills
About Company
Virginia Union University is an HBCU in Richmond, Virginia with a legacy of producing world-renowned leaders.
