Senior Director, Global Learning Programs

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Houston System’s Institute Global Engagement seeks a senior leader to oversee the Office of Learning Abroad in Houston. You will direct operations, budgets, staff supervision, and strategic growth for global learning initiatives.

This role collaborates with colleges and centers to expand study abroad programs, manages contracts and risk procedures, and reports on program outcomes to university leadership.

Qualifications

• Requires a four-year degree; minimum five years of related leadership experience.
• Higher education leadership and budget management experience preferred.
• Strong communication and policy implementation skills.

Responsibilities

• Directs operations, budgets, planning and staff supervision in Learning Abroad.
• Leads articulation of globalization goals with colleges and departments.
• Oversees faculty-led program development and risk procedures.
• Manages contracts, scholarships and partner relationships.
• Generates reports for annual university requirements.

Skills

Higher Education experience

Leadership

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Policy interpretation

Communication

Microsoft Office

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Terra Dotta

Job description

The University of Houston System’s Institute Global Engagement seeks a senior leader to oversee the Office of Learning Abroad in Houston. You will direct operations, budgets, staff supervision, and strategic growth for global learning initiatives.

This role collaborates with colleges and centers to expand study abroad programs, manages contracts and risk procedures, and reports on program outcomes to university leadership.