Strategic Initiatives Director: Volunteer Engagement

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Houston-System is seeking a Strategic Initiatives program leader to direct an ongoing university program, setting short- and long-term goals aligned with its mission and objectives.

The role oversees staff, budgets, and program administration, including grant management, reporting, and policy development, to ensure progress toward objectives and successful collaboration across university units.

Qualifications

• Requires a formal 4-year degree in a relevant analytical, technical or professional discipline or equivalent training.
• Minimum of three (3) years of directly job-related experience.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops and administers methods and procedures to meet program objectives; directs daily activities of staff.
• Prepares and monitors the annual budget and ensures expenditures stay within allocation.
• Directs activities to carry out program objectives and coordinates with staff or subordinates.
• Prepares and reviews progress reports and records; adjusts methodologies to achieve goals.
• Analyzes trends to stay informed about program information and changes.
• Formulates and maintains policies and procedures for program administration.
• Manages grants for the program, including meetings, coordination, scholarships and other operations.
• Prepares proposals to obtain grants from state, federal, and private sponsors.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

University of Houston-System is seeking a Strategic Initiatives program leader to direct an ongoing university program, setting short- and long-term goals aligned with its mission and objectives.

The role oversees staff, budgets, and program administration, including grant management, reporting, and policy development, to ensure progress toward objectives and successful collaboration across university units.