Director of Global Education & Innovation

Duke Careers; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University in Durham seeks a visionary Director of Global Education to lead GEO, guiding study-away programs and international partnerships, advancing experiential learning and student success.

You will provide strategic, operational, financial, and organizational leadership across global programs, ensuring compliance, risk management, and sustainable growth in a complex university environment.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Ed.D. in a relevant field is required.
• Minimum five years of progressively responsible leadership in international education.
• Experience leading programs with personnel management, operations, risk, and finances.
• Proven ability to develop and sustain study‑away or international programs.
• Experience negotiating partnerships and contracts internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic vision and innovation for Duke Global Education and partnerships.
• Direct global operations, risk management, and compliance across programs.
• Oversee financial performance, budgeting, revenue forecasting, and profitability.
• Strengthen academic programs, student learning outcomes, and advising services.
• Build partnerships with campuses, faculty, and external partners.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strategic planning

Budget management

Partnership development

Risk management

Team leadership

Communication

Global education administration

Education

Earned doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.)

Tools

Data analytics

CRM systems

Advising technologies

AI-enabled tools

Job description

Duke University in Durham seeks a visionary Director of Global Education to lead GEO, guiding study-away programs and international partnerships, advancing experiential learning and student success.

You will provide strategic, operational, financial, and organizational leadership across global programs, ensuring compliance, risk management, and sustainable growth in a complex university environment.