Associate Director – Utah Women & Leadership Project in Logan, UT

Associate Director - Utah Women & Leadership Project - Utah State University - Logan, UT - work from home job Company: Utah State University Job description: Overview Working in collaboration with the Utah Women & Leadership Project (UWLP) Director, the Associate Director (Program Specialist) will be involved in the planning and implementation of research, resources, and events that align with the overall mission and goals of the UWLP and A Bolder Way Forward (BWF). This includes research, writing, and editing; strategic and project planning; team management; resource development and initiative creation; grants/fundraising and outreach; and involvement with other elements of the Project. Responsibilities 50% RESEARCH/WRITING/TEAM MANAGEMENT: • Manages teams of researchers and writers. • Researches, writes, and edits reports on a wide variety of topics surrounding Utah women, including multicultural and other related areas. • Creates timelines and projections for producing long-term research efforts. • Identifies and works with community and state experts to ensure quality of research reports. 20% STRATEGIC/PROJECT PLANNING, PARTNERSHIPS, AND PROGRAM REPRESENTATION • Works with Director in refining the overall strategic directions of the UWLP and BWF. • Plans initiatives that align with Project mission and goals. • Manages communication with select BWF and other community partners and affiliates, representing the Project and BWF as a key team member. • As needed, assists in planning and executing events and gatherings. • On occasion, delivers presentations on various topics to community and school groups. • Represents Project to media outlets and community groups, as needed. 20% GRANTS & FUNDRAISING: • Explores grants that align with the program mission and objectives. • Coordinates with grant office to write, edit, refine, and submit grant proposals. • Assists Director, as needed, with exploring individuals and corporations that have an interest in donating • Manages logistics of donations and facilitates communication with ongoing and potential donors. 10% RESOURCES, SPECIAL INITIATIVES, AND EVALUATION: • Works with Director in conceiving, planning, and overseeing special initiatives and programs, creates and disseminates related resources. • Works with team members to disseminate Project resources. • In partnership with the Director, designs and implements the evaluation of research, programs, and other initiatives. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications • Graduation from an accredited institution with a master’s degree in social science fields, women’s studies, business, communication, political science, or another related field of study. • Minimum of five (5) years research, writing, and publishing experience, with evidence of successfully managing projects and relationships. • Experience in quantitative/statistical analysis and/or qualitative research. • Experience with project management, public speaking, and public relations Preferred Qualifications • Doctoral degree from an accredited institution in related field • Seven (7) years of experience related to summary of duties Required Documents Along with the online application, please attach: * Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV” • Contact Information for Professional References • Cover Letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application • *Document size may not exceed 10 MB.** Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience with excellent benefits ADA Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. 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Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU’s main campus, , is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area in the Milken Institute’s 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation. • updated 7/2023 Notice of Non-discrimination In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law. The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, , Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266 Title IX Coordinator Matthew Pinner, , Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266 Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, Ut 84322 For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit , or contact: U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, 303-844-5695, Expected salary: Location: Logan, UT Job date: Mon, 28 Aug 2023 01:15:41 GMT Apply for the job now! Apply tot his job Apply To this Job