Global Education Leader: Strategy, Innovation & Partnerships

Duke University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 92,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University seeks an Executive Director of Global Education to lead the Duke Global Education Office (GEO). This role shapes global learning opportunities for undergraduates, advancing experiential education, intercultural learning, and academic excellence within a large private research university.

You will provide strategic, operational, financial, and organizational leadership for Duke's global/domestic study-away programs, collaborating with university leaders, faculty, students, and

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate (Ph.D., J.D., or Ed.D.)
• 8+ years in international education with leadership experience
• Experience leading international education programs with personnel, oversight, risk management, and financial stewardship
• Experience negotiating partnerships with domestic and international institutions

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic vision and innovation for Duke Global Education.
• Direct global operations, risk management, and compliance.
• Oversee financial performance, budgeting, revenue forecasting, and profitability.
• Strengthen academic programs and student success.
• Build partnerships and advance Duke's global presence.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Global education

Budget management

Education

Doctorate degree

Tools

CRM systems

Advising technologies

Data analytics

AI-enabled tools

Job description

Duke University seeks an Executive Director of Global Education to lead the Duke Global Education Office (GEO). This role shapes global learning opportunities for undergraduates, advancing experiential education, intercultural learning, and academic excellence within a large private research university.

You will provide strategic, operational, financial, and organizational leadership for Duke's global/domestic study-away programs, collaborating with university leaders, faculty, students, and