Assistant Director, Academic Programs & Strategic Initiatives

Morehouse College; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Morehouse Center for Excellence in Education (MCEE) at Morehouse College seeks an Assistant Director of Academic Programs & Strategic Initiatives to oversee all aspects of academic programs, including hiring staff and consultants, budgeting, advertising, setting program scope and deadlines, and delegating tasks to program teams.

The role emphasizes collaboration with faculty, administration, alumni, and community partners to advance student success and program growth.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Education or related field is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines is required.
• Higher education administration experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of academic programs including staffing, budgeting, advertising, setting program scope and deadlines, and delegating tasks to program teams.
• Coordinate and manage program schedules and calendars, and supervise staff and consultants.
• Develop and maintain relationships with alumni, education partners, and other stakeholders to support program success.

Skills

Professionalism

Written communication

Customer service

Independent work

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Time management

Stakeholder coordination

Calendar management

Education

Master’s degree in Education or related field

Tools

Banner

Blackboard

Box

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Morehouse Center for Excellence in Education (MCEE) at Morehouse College seeks an Assistant Director of Academic Programs & Strategic Initiatives to oversee all aspects of academic programs, including hiring staff and consultants, budgeting, advertising, setting program scope and deadlines, and delegating tasks to program teams.

The role emphasizes collaboration with faculty, administration, alumni, and community partners to advance student success and program growth.