Executive Director, Ecological Resiliency Institute

The Goddard School of Deerfield; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Houston System seeks a senior leader to oversee the Institute of Ecological Resiliency (IER) and the UH Coastal Center, guiding planning, implementation, and administration across HR, finance, IT, quality, outcomes, and programs.

The role drives budgeting and expansion, builds a strong advisory council, represents IER at conferences, advances fundraising, and strengthens partnerships with government, philanthropy, and community organizations to advance research and

Qualifications

• Requires a formal, job-related 4-year degree; master's degree preferred.
• Seven+ years of directly job-related experience; nonprofit/government/environment background preferred.
• Experience leading large, complex programs and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership and oversight for the Institute of Ecological Resiliency and UH Coastal Center.
• Oversee budgeting, finance, HR, IT, quality and programs.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives and business development.
• Lead fundraising efforts in collaboration with Advancement and leadership.
• Build and maintain partnerships with federal/state officials, philanthropy and community groups.
• Represent the IER at national/regional conferences.
• Coordinate recruitment and support of an Advisory Council.
• Stay informed on policy directions and translate into practice.
• Foster relationships with regional, state, and national groups.
• Collaborate with Marketing/Communications for external representation.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Leadership

Fundraising

Policy liaison

Nonprofit sector experience

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

The University of Houston System seeks a senior leader to oversee the Institute of Ecological Resiliency (IER) and the UH Coastal Center, guiding planning, implementation, and administration across HR, finance, IT, quality, outcomes, and programs.

The role drives budgeting and expansion, builds a strong advisory council, represents IER at conferences, advances fundraising, and strengthens partnerships with government, philanthropy, and community organizations to advance research and