Assistant Director, Canizares Center for Emerging Markets

Cornell University; Town of Ithaca (NY); Presencial; USD 72.000 - 81.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Health care plans

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Resumo da vaga

Cornell University's Canizares Center for Emerging Markets seeks an Assistant Director to oversee day-to-day operations, budgets, and programs, including Fellows, conferences, and competitions. The role partners with Academic and Corporate Advisory Boards and donors, ensuring smooth center operations.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with 3–5 years in relevant fields, strong communication skills, and willingness to travel. Ithaca-based, onsite with benefits.

Qualificações

• Experience in diversity, equity, inclusion, and wellbeing initiatives.
• Bachelor's degree with 3–5 years in program management, operations, or events.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills for diverse stakeholders.
• Interest in international business or emerging markets, with quick learning.
• Strong service orientation, time management and organization.
• Discretion with sensitive donor and sponsor information.
• Strong written and verbal communication; comfortable with diverse constituents.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; ability to learn Canva, Salesforce, Qualtrics.
• Willingness to work some nights/weekends and travel domestically/internationally.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and administer the Center's annual operating and event budgets with the Director.
• Plan, logistics, and execution of EMC Fellows Program, conferences, and competitions.
• Supervise the Program Assistant, Program Coordinator, and student workers.
• Support Academic and Corporate Advisory Boards and donor sponsorships.
• Oversee communications, newsletter, Year in Review, website and social media.
• Represent the Center in program development and stakeholder engagement.

Conhecimentos

Diversity & inclusion

Program management

Operations management

Event planning

Interpersonal skills

International business knowledge

Discretion & judgment

Written & verbal communication

Learn new platforms

Travel flexibility

Formação

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Master's degree in business or related field

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office

Salesforce

Canva

Qualtrics

Descrição da vaga

Our College

Leading at the intersection of people, business, and technology, the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business is one of the most comprehensive business schools in the nation. The college is comprised of the university's three accredited business schools: the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management, the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management, and the Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration.

Our Team

Founded in 2010 as the Emerging Markets Institute, the Canizares Center for Emerging Markets (EMC) provides thought leadership on the role of emerging markets - and emerging market multinationals - in the global economy. The Center brings together students, practitioners, and academics from around the world to develop the next generation of global business leaders and to build the premier research center on emerging markets. In November 2025, on the occasion of the Center's 15th anniversary, the Institute was renamed the Canizares Center for Emerging Markets in recognition of an endowment gift from the Canizares family.

The Center's flagship activities include the EMC Fellows Program (integrating international business and emerging-market perspectives into Cornell's MBA and graduate programs), the EMC's annual conference held each November, the Corning Case Competition, the Mark Mobius Pitch Competition, a summer internship program, and the annual Emerging Markets Report (EMC report).

The Assistant Director, Canizares Center Opportunity

Reporting to the Gail and Roberto Canizares Director, the Assistant Director will oversee the day-to-day administration and operation of the Canizares Center for Emerging Markets - managing program logistics, the Center's budget, and relationships with the Center's Academic and Corporate Advisory Boards, corporate sponsors, alumni, and student fellows. The Assistant Director is instrumental in the planning and execution of the Center's signature programs - including the EMC Fellows Program, the annual EMC Conference, the Corning Case Competition, and the Mark Mobius Pitch Competition - and supervises the Center's Program Assistant. This role will also collaborate with fellow Assistant Directors across the college's Centers & Institutes to support shared functions, events, and general operations.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and administer the Center's annual operating and event budgets in collaboration with the Director.
• Manage the planning, logistics, and execution of the EMC Fellows Program, annual conference, case and pitch competitions, and other Center programming.
• Supervise the Program Assistant, Program Coordinator, and student workers/interns supporting Center operations.
• Support the Director with the Center's Academic Advisory Board and Corporate Advisory Board members, and support cultivation of corporate sponsors and donors alongside the Director and Alumni Affairs and Development.
• Oversee the Center's communications and marketing efforts, including the newsletter, annual Year in Review, website, and social media presence.
• Represent the Center on- and off-campus in matters of program development, implementation, and stakeholder engagement.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.
• Bachelor's degree with 3-5 years of relevant experience in program management, operations management, or event planning.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, including senior executives, faculty, and students.
• Interest in and working knowledge of international business and/or emerging markets, or demonstrated ability to quickly build subject‑matter fluency.
• Strong service orientation, time management, and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple concurrent programs and deadlines.
• Ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment with sensitive and confidential information, including donor and sponsor relationships.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfort engaging with international and culturally diverse constituents.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office; ability to learn new platforms (e.g., Canva, Salesforce, Qualtrics) with minimal instruction.
• Willingness to work occasional nights/weekends around Center events, with some domestic and potential international travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in business, international affairs, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of relevant experience.
• Prior experience in higher education administration or a center/institute environment.
• Familiarity with digital marketing, social media strategy, and communications for an academic or nonprofit audience.

Rewards & Benefits at Cornell

This is a full-time position based in Ithaca, NY. The job is on site and is eligible for benefits. When applying, please include a cover letter with your application. Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance are not available for this position.

• Health Care - Several excellent plan options for medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision care coverage.
• Generous Paid Time Off & Leave Provisions- This includes vacation time, health and personal time, holidays, and parental leave among others.
• Retirement Plans - Employees are eligible for the 403(b) Cornell University Retirement Plan (CURP) which offers superior retirement savings benefits.
• Education - Options include the Employee Degree Program, taking classes to enrich your career skills, New York's 529 College Savings Program, and Cornell Children's Tuition Scholarship.
• To explore the full range of Cornell Employee Benefits further, please see Cornell Benefits.

University Job Title

Coord Program II

Job Family

Student Services

Level

F

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Range

$72,209.00 - $80,619.00

Remote Option Availability

Onsite

Company

Endowed

Contact Name

Theresa Lynch

Contact Email

[e-mail]

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