Pathways Programs Director: Education & Impact Lead

The Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy; Medford, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

University College at Tufts University seeks a Program Director to lead its Pathways for Life Transitions portfolio, guiding development, expansion, and evaluation of programs across graduate pathways, career transitions, and lifelong learning initiatives.

The role emphasizes collaboration with faculty, students, alumni, and external partners, plus oversight of curriculum, student services, and data management to ensure impactful, inclusive learning experiences.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant area.
• 7-10 years of related experience, including experience in higher education.
• Experience developing and managing experiential learning, applied research, or client-based academic programs.
• Advanced knowledge and experience in related program subject matter.
• Advanced organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to advancing academically rigorous, inclusive, and impactful learning experiences.
• Strong project management, organizational, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, senior leadership, students, and external partners.
• Comfort using digital learning platforms, maintaining program websites, or supporting virtual learning environments.
• Demonstrated ability to design, plan and launch new educational programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight across all phases of Pathways programs.
• Lead recruitment efforts, support alumni engagement, and collaborations.
• Develop and evaluate curricula and instructional materials.
• Manage budgets, grants, and staffing.
• Maintain UC’s CRM and program data reporting.
• Partner with marketing and communications on outreach and website content.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Stakeholder engagement

Collaboration

Digital learning platforms

Curriculum design

Education

Master's degree in a relevant area

Job description

University College at Tufts University seeks a Program Director to lead its Pathways for Life Transitions portfolio, guiding development, expansion, and evaluation of programs across graduate pathways, career transitions, and lifelong learning initiatives.

The role emphasizes collaboration with faculty, students, alumni, and external partners, plus oversight of curriculum, student services, and data management to ensure impactful, inclusive learning experiences.