Overview:
Are you interested in joining a dynamic and international team of professionals to transform education? IE University's Office of the Provost is looking for a Project Management Director to join its team!
The position
The Director of the Project Management Unit will be responsible for facilitating IE University's operational, academic and program support services for the establishment and development of the College. This role requires exceptional project management and strategic planning skills, as well as a good understanding of curriculum development, academic partnerships, and higher education standards. Reporting to the Vice Provost for Strategy and Development, the Director will play a key role in coordinating and communicating with staff, faculty, and providers from both institutions.
Responsibilities:
Launch the PMU: Develop a Project Management Unit (PMU) to oversee the services provided to the College, establishing consistent project management standards, tools and best practices to ensure alignment with IE's strategic goals.
Monitor and report progress: Track project timelines, budgets and deliverables, providing regular updates to senior leadership and other key stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment.
Manage operational processes: In close coordination with corresponding units, manage operational support processes, including legal and regulatory compliance, financial planning, commercial activities, campus renovations, human resources, and overall delivery of operational services.
Manage academic processes: In close coordination with corresponding units and schools, manage academic support processes, including program development and implementation, accreditation and compliance, curriculum management, faculty recruitment and development, student services, academic and non-academic partnerships, alumni and community engagement, and overall delivery of academic and program-related services.
Promote synergies with IE Programs: Leverage synergies with IE programs and students, including dual degrees, exchanges, visits, and competitions.
Formulate operational and academic strategies: Design and implement operational, academic and program-related strategies for the successful launch and ongoing support of the College.
Coordinate operational and academic stakeholders: Liaise with technical, administrative, academic and program management teams in New York and Spain to ensure cohesive planning and execution.
Identify and manage risks: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure the project's success.
Ensure quality standards: Ensure the quality and consistency of project deliverables, meeting all operational and academic standards and aligning with institutional goals.
Support financial management: Monitor the project budget, promoting financial responsibility and effective use of resources.
Facilitate communication: Serve as the primary liaison between IE University and the College in operational and program-related matters, ensuring clear and effective communication.
Manage teams: Supervise, coordinate and/or coach individuals assigned to the team.
Cultivate partnerships: Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners, fostering collaboration and support.
Perform additional tasks: Assume any other related functions as needed.
Qualifications:
To thrive in this role, you should possess the following qualifications:
Education:
A master's degree in business administration, operations, education, management, or a related field from a top-ranked university is required.
Specialized training in project management is a strong asset.
Experience:
A minimum of 7-10 years in project management, academic administration, program development, operations and/or strategic planning is required, preferably within the higher education sector.
Previous experience at IE University is a strong plus.
Proven experience in managing international projects and teams is highly desirable.
Experience in consultancy is a plus.
Skills:
Fluency (written & oral) in both English and Spanish is required.
Strong ability to lead and motivate teams, manage multiple stakeholders, and drive project success.
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
Exceptional organizational and time management abilities.
Excellent interpersonal skills, capable of building trust and collaboration among diverse groups.
Enthusiasm, team spirit and strong willingness to have an impact.
It's time to bring your best and make your mark. Now the choice is yours!
If you want to be part of this educational revolution, we invite you to apply and be part of our amazing team at IE University.
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