Growth & Innovation Director, Expanded Education

New England Conservatory of Music

Boston, Northern (MA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 95,000 - 105,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

New England Conservatory of Music (NEC) seeks a dynamic Director of Innovation and Growth Initiatives to drive growth across Expanded Education. You will spearhead new programs, strategic partnerships, and revenue-generating opportunities, reporting to the Chief Growth Officer and collaborating with academic, enrollment, operations, and marketing teams.

With a strong background in program development and arts education, you will assess market opportunities, build business cases, and scale

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in program development, business development, innovation, continuing education, arts administration, entrepreneurship, or related fields.
Demonstrated success launching, growing, or managing educational, nonprofit, arts, or community-based programs.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Experience developing business plans, budgets, revenue projections, and implementation strategies.
Ability to lead complex projects involving multiple stakeholders.
Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

Lead cross-functional project teams responsible for launching new programs and strategic initiatives.
Coordinate implementation across curriculum, operations, enrollment, marketing, technology, and finance.
Establish project timelines, milestones, and performance metrics.
Monitor outcomes and ensure initiatives transition into ongoing operations.
Develop growth strategies that support enrollment, participation, and revenue objectives.