Director, Ecological Resilience & Coastal Partnerships

Houston Dose; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Houston System seeks a senior leader to manage the Institute of Ecological Resiliency (IER) and UH Coastal Center (UHCC). The role guides strategic direction, budget development, and fundraising initiatives, while forging partnerships with federal/state officials, philanthropy, and research partners.

Ideal candidate has a Master’s degree (preferred) with seven years of relevant leadership experience in nonprofit, academic or governmental settings related to the environment and

Qualifications

• Education: Requires a formal, directly job-related 4-year degree or equivalent; Preferred: Master’s degree.
• Experience: Requires seven (7) years of directly job-related experience; Leadership experience within nonprofit, academic or governmental settings related to the environment and Nature Based Solutions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee overall management and operation of the Institute of Ecological Resiliency (IER) and UH Coastal Center (UHCC).
• Set long-range goals, strategies, plans and policies; exercise discretion and independent judgment.
• Develop budget and assess expansion opportunities; manage resources and fundraising efforts.
• Recruit, develop and support Advisory Council; engage with stakeholders and partners.
• Represent IER at national/regional conferences; build partnerships with government, philanthropy and community groups.

Education

Master's degree preferred

Bachelor's degree required

Job description

University of Houston System seeks a senior leader to manage the Institute of Ecological Resiliency (IER) and UH Coastal Center (UHCC). The role guides strategic direction, budget development, and fundraising initiatives, while forging partnerships with federal/state officials, philanthropy, and research partners.

Ideal candidate has a Master’s degree (preferred) with seven years of relevant leadership experience in nonprofit, academic or governmental settings related to the environment and