Director, Executive Affairs: Strategy, Board Liaison

Phase2 Technology; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is hiring a Director, Executive Affairs to advance the Director's priorities through strategic, cross-organizational initiatives. You will manage confidential projects, coordinate with senior leadership, and support board operations at the Blanton Museum of Art.

This exempt, 40-hour-per-week role on the UT Austin campus involves close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to drive impactful museum initiatives and ensure timely decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of project management experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills that are clear, succinct and effectively convey the Director's voice orally and in writing.
• Excellent project management skills with ability to manage multiple high-impact projects simultaneously.
• Ability to track and maintain multiple short and long-term deadlines.
• Effective planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Director communications, including drafting strategic external messaging, annual reports, institutional accomplishment and goal reports for UT leadership, presentations, speeches, and other materials as needed.
• Coordinate with Blanton Communications and Development teams to ensure alignment, preparedness, and maximum impact of Director presentations and engagements.
• Support museum initiatives as identified by the Director.
• Develop, execute, and track project plans, timelines, and goals; provide status reporting and ensure smooth handoff of projects as appropriate.
• Identify, prioritize, and escalation issues requiring Director attention; facilitate informed decision-making with leadership and stakeholders.
• Coordinate cross-functional responses to emerging issues and lead special projects, including quick-turnaround and cross-organizational efforts.
• Assist senior leadership with special projects as assigned.
• Serve as primary liaison to the Blanton Leadership Board; oversee Board operations, committees, and meeting logistics (planning, agendas, materials, documentation, and follow-up).
• Prepare and deliver clear written, presentation, and oral updates to stakeholders and Board members; ensure they are well-informed and engaged.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including external consultants, to ensure timely execution of priorities.
• Continuously develop knowledge of the museum context and Director priorities to anticipate needs and support decision-making.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin is hiring a Director, Executive Affairs to advance the Director's priorities through strategic, cross-organizational initiatives. You will manage confidential projects, coordinate with senior leadership, and support board operations at the Blanton Museum of Art.

This exempt, 40-hour-per-week role on the UT Austin campus involves close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to drive impactful museum initiatives and ensure timely decision-making.