Manages program operations and administrative functions which may include planning and scheduling, program evaluation, policy implementation, contract administration, budget management, and fundraising and proposal development.
Recruits, contracts, onboards, and oversees the work of project subcontractors to ensure a high standard of work and timely completion of deliverables.
Recruits, engages and provides support to CVILA cohort participants and alumni.
Systematically identifies student and alumni learning and development, and organizational capacity building needs.
Leads the identification and development of resources and materials for students, alumni, and the broader CVI field.
Research current pedagogy for optimal learning experiences and the application of best practices in adult learning.
Assists in the expansion of course outlines into lesson plans and learning resources.
Ensures fidelity to the learning objectives of the CVILA curriculum and program model.
Participate in ongoing program and instructional evaluation to support continuous quality improvement.
Coordinates immersive experiences for students.
Coordinates learning opportunities for alumni and field practitioners.
Provides guidance to CVILA cohorts for capstone projects.
Provides real-time instructional support to classroom instructors.
Provides specialized professional expertise in program management. Implements plans for educational programs and initiatives and acts as a liaison between the program and program participants.
Serves as a key resource for program information. Resolves problems or questions referred by program staff, University administrators, or other contingencies.Performs other related work as needed.
Performs other related work as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelorâ™s degree in criminal justice, public policy, project management or related field, or another related field.
Advanced degree.
Experience:
Experience in Community Violence Intervention.
Experience working with community-based organizations and passionate about social justice, ending poverty, and advancing racial and gender equity.
Experience working with nontraditional learners.
Experience working with multiple stakeholder groups in communities, strong groupfacilitation skills verbal and written communication skills, strong project management skills and an ability to work collaboratively and shepherd projects.
Experience working in a university setting.
Supervisory experience.
Experience leading cross-functional projects.
Preferred Competencies
Commitment to social justice and equity.
Excellent written/verbal communications skills.
Experience with program and operations management.
Ability to work independently and in a group setting.
Experience managing a team and providing direct supervision.
Ability to train others and provide professional development.
Strong time management and project management skills with a success in roles requiring execution of multiple tasks while responding to multiple priorities with little supervision.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships, and work effectively in acollaborative research environment.
Proven ability to work with efficiency, flexibility, and good humor.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to proactively manage risks.
Demonstrated judgment and discretion in the handling of sensitive information.
Application Documents
Resume (required)
Cover Letter (required)
References (required)
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