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Assistant Vice Provost for Programs, Texas Global

Employer
The University of Texas at Austin
Location
Austin, Texas
Salary
$165,000
Closing date
Sep 28, 2024
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Specialty
Global Affairs & Engagement, Global Education
Position Type
Assistant Vice Provost
Hours
Full-time
Employment Type
Permanent
Organization Type
College / University

Job Details

Job Posting Title:

Assistant Vice Provost for Programs, Texas Global

Hiring Department:

Global Engagement

Position Open To:

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

Job Details:

General Notes

The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) is one of the largest public universities in the United States and is the flagship of The University of Texas System. UT Austin enrolls more than 52,000 students studying in almost 120 bachelor’s degree programs and more than 220 graduate programs across 18 colleges and schools. UT Austin is steadfastly committed to global engagement and is home to more than 5,600 international students and 1,500 international scholars from more than 130 countries, with more than 530,000 living alumni in 176 counties around the world.

Texas Global  advances UT Austin’s academic mission by leading, supporting, and coordinating the university’s international engagement efforts, fostering strategic partnerships on campus and abroad, welcoming a cadre of impressive international students and scholars to campus, and creating opportunities for students and faculty to engage with peers and institutions around the world. Texas Global is comprised of nine units, home to over 140 staff members, and continued growth of the organization is expected.

Your skills will make a difference. You’ll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will make a difference in the lives of faculty and staff, thereby enhancing the student experience. If you’re the type of person that wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you’ll like working in our department and for UT Austin.

UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%) Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 7.75% employer matching funds Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b) Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities Tuition assistance Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card Purpose

The Assistant Vice Provost for Programs (AVPP) is a key member of Texas Global's core senior leadership team. Under the direction of the Senior Vice Provost for Global Engagement (SVPGE), the role identifies new funding opportunities for UT Austin to expand the institution’s global engagement portfolio both on campus and abroad. The Assistant Vice Provost for Programs collaborates with university leadership, colleges, schools, units, and external stakeholders to advance campus internationalization.  Responsibilities include overseeing strategic initiatives and high-profile global engagement programs, expanding academic and research partnerships, managing project flow, and ensuring a continued expansion of contracts/grants awarded to Texas Global.

Responsibilities

Leadership

Assist the SVPGE with developing and managing short—and long-term goals and objectives for Texas Global and for wider institutional strategic initiatives. Identify external funding government, private, and foundation sources to increase program activities that champion institutional global engagement. Oversee funded projects across units, including program deliverables for approval by the SVPGE. Ensure projects/initiatives are implemented and tracked for progress, from concept through completion. Conduct research and assume leadership for special projects as appropriate. Scope, plan, and execute quick-turnaround projects with limited outside assistance.

Supervision

Lead teams committed to developing and administering high-impact global programs with governments, non-governmental organizations, the private sector, and non-profit organizations. Establish and maintain relationships with program sponsors and prospective partners. Establish methods to assess progress on program goals and staff performance.

Outreach

Represent the Senior Vice Provost for Global Engagement (SVPGE) in internal and external meetings to help drive a deeper understanding of internationalization with stakeholders and advance decision-making. Establish and maintain strong collaborative relationships with stakeholders and partners across the university and abroad.

Required Qualifications

A terminal degree in a relevant field with at least twelve years of leadership and supervisory experience in a complex organization (higher education, government, private sector, or NGO). Commitment to working collaboratively and effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders. Ability to lead, inspire, motivate teams, and thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Deep knowledge of current trends, challenges, and best practices in international higher education. Demonstrate political acumen, strong problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and an ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Be highly organized with the ability to implement systems and follow-up processes; Proficiency in research, interpreting, and analyzing diverse data. Excellent organizational, English communication (oral and written), interpersonal, and intercultural skills. Experience living and/or working abroad. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

A master’s or terminal degree in a relevant field, with at least ten years of experience leading teams within a complex organization (higher education, government, private sector, or NGO). Experience working in foreign affairs, internationalization in higher education, or government, with a broad knowledge of higher education institutions, including administrative operations, academic affairs, or student affairs. Experience with grants oversight and administration and/or philanthropic giving. Professional fluency in a language other than English.

Salary Range

$165,000

Working Conditions

Work in a shared office environment. Work around standard office conditions. This position is located in Austin, Texas.

Required Materials

  • Resume/CV
  • 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
  • Letter of interest  

 

Company

The University of Texas at Austin is one of the largest public universities in the United States. Founded in 1883, the university has grown from a single building, eight teachers, two departments and 221 students to a 350-acre main campus with 21,000 faculty and staff, 16 colleges and schools and over 52,000 students. The university’s reach goes far beyond the borders of the main campus with satellite campuses and research centers across Texas, including the J.J. Pickle Research Campus, the Marine Science Institute, the McDonald Observatory, the Montopolis Research Center and the Brackenridge tract. With an enrollment of 11,000 students and more than 3,500 master’s and doctor’s degrees awarded annually, the graduate school is a national leader in graduate degrees awarded and one of the largest graduate schools in the nation. More than 8,700 bachelor’s degrees are awarded annually in more than 170 fields of study and 100 majors. The university has one of the most diverse student populations in the country and is a national leader in the number of undergraduate degrees awarded to minority students.

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