Director, Global Academic Partnerships

Mehta Family Foundation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Mehta Family Foundation in Houston seeks a Director of Academic Partnerships and Programs to oversee a growing portfolio of university collaborations and educational initiatives. The role involves partnering with university presidents, deans, and administrators across the United States and India, managing complex multi-institution programs, budgets, and events with autonomy and strategic impact.

This hands-on leadership position requires a strong background in higher education administration,

Qualifications

• Master or MBA or PhD preferred; advanced degree required for leadership.
• 7-10 years of relevant experience, with at least five in higher education.
• Experience with faculty, deans, and senior academic leadership.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with university leadership and administrators.
• Coordinate academic programs, research collaborations, scholarships, and interdisciplinary initiatives.
• Monitor progress and outcomes of partnerships and programs.
• Lead conference organization, institutional visits, workshops, and events.
• Provide progress reports and recommendations to Foundation leadership.

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Budgeting

Communication skills

Education

Master's/MBA or PhD preferred

Job description

Mehta Family Foundation in Houston seeks a Director of Academic Partnerships and Programs to oversee a growing portfolio of university collaborations and educational initiatives. The role involves partnering with university presidents, deans, and administrators across the United States and India, managing complex multi-institution programs, budgets, and events with autonomy and strategic impact.

This hands-on leadership position requires a strong background in higher education administration,