Associate Director Program Development

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Associate Director, Program Development
Responsibilities: Lead the delivery of executive education programming which may include curriculum design and development, logistics management, program analysis and project management. Under the direction of the Executive Director, will contribute to the development of strategic markets and new programs to maximize the reach and impact. Will be a member of a team that reaches out to critical markets, works in partnership with custom program clients, collaborates with faculty on program design, and expands interest in our programs. Will include developing institutional partnerships, managing custom programs (new and existing programs), launching new open-enrollment programs, and working with the program delivery team to achieve a smooth transition of programs from the development stage to the delivery stage. In addition, this role affirmatively works to understand relevant legal market trends and developments across private, in-house, and public sector practice, as well as other key areas of client interest. Create and leverage collaborative relationships with HLS faculty, research programs, and centers with the goal of developing new Executive Education courses. Develop business and project plans for potential new open-enrollment programs. Conduct competitive market analysis for new program launches. Support faculty in development of new programs – advise on program structure, pedagogy, curriculum, and planning timeline. Gain an understanding from the Faculty Chair of program target market. Based on that understanding, work in collaboration with EE Manager of Special Projects and Market Outreach on creation of marketing plan and related collateral. Ensure new programs effectively meet EE objectives related to market and financial growth. Lead the development or renewal of a portfolio of custom programs to meet Executive Education growth and financial targets. Work with Executive Education leadership and faculty to qualify leads, develop proposals/budgets, design new programs, and negotiate contracts. Create and leverage collaborative relationships with faculty, research programs, and centers with the goal of developing new Executive Education courses. Assess new market opportunities: undertake market analyses and perform growth forecasts for market expansion or new market development. Maintain strong ties to key internal and external partners and develop new institutional relationships in critical markets. Communicate directly and effectively with clients, alumni, and potential clients. Find new ways to promote the brand and broaden our reach into appropriate target markets. Support and manage delivery of custom and open enrollment programs. Collaborate with current Senior Program Manager to improve design, development, and delivery of existing and new programs. Develop familiarity with all EE programs to effectively create, promote, and support new programs. Performs other duties as assigned May be required to work some evenings and weekends during programs. May require occasionally travel to attend conferences or client meetings. Research and develop program content and materials, analyze program mapping and demand; recommend improvements. Lead review and assessment of new program proposals, curriculum, and new format designs. Lead development of marketing and sales outreach strategy; foster and maintain relationships with external clients to increase interest and participation in programs. Lead program portfolio development which may include recommendation and implementation of enrollment processes, program scheduling, and grading processes; establish administrative workflows. Develop strong working relationships with faculty, staff, and external clients associated with the program; manage scope of delivery and regularly inform stakeholders of program related activity and/or decisions. Manage vendor relationships and lead contract negotiations for goods and services. May manage program budget to achieve financial goals. Develop specialized reports and analyze statistics to define and evaluate program success and track and comply with any reporting requirements. Lead the strategic direction of program delivery to improve programs and department processes, policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with University policies and procedures and applicable legal rules and regulations.

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