Strategic Initiatives Lead, Programs & Grants

University of Houston; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Houston seeks a seasoned program administrator to direct Strategic Initiatives. You will guide ongoing university programs, set short- and long-term goals, and oversee staff in daily operations to meet mission objectives.

The role requires a 4-year degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience, with proven ability to manage budgets, grants, and volunteer engagement initiatives across multiple stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Requires a formal, 4-year degree in a related field.
• Minimum of three years of directly job-related experience.
• Experience leading volunteer engagement initiatives is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops and administers methods, strategies and procedures for meeting program objectives; directs and oversees the daily activities of staff.
• Prepares and monitors the annual budget and ensures expenditures are within budget allocation.
• Directs and coordinates activities to carry out the program objectives, personally or through staff.
• Prepares reports and reviews records to ensure progress toward objectives; adjusts methodologies as needed.
• Analyzes trends within program areas and stays current on information and changes.
• Formulates and maintains policies and procedures for program administration.
• Manages and administers grants for the program, including meetings, coordination, scholarships and other operations.
• May prepare proposals to obtain grants from state and federal agencies and private sponsors.
• Leads programmatic development of Volunteer Engagement and Initiatives for the University.

Education

4-year degree

Job description

University of Houston seeks a seasoned program administrator to direct Strategic Initiatives. You will guide ongoing university programs, set short- and long-term goals, and oversee staff in daily operations to meet mission objectives.

The role requires a 4-year degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience, with proven ability to manage budgets, grants, and volunteer engagement initiatives across multiple stakeholders.