at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job ID49986
LocationEvanston, Illinois
Department: Kellogg Executive Education
Salary/Grade: EXS/12
Job Summary:
The Senior Director, Executive Programs, is part of a dynamic team at the Kellogg School of Management, one of the world's top-ranked business schools. This role sits in Executive Education and is part of a growing program design team which successfully builds and delivers hundreds of programs annually to fortune 500 companies globally. Our group brings a collaborative, innovative, get-it-done spirit to all our programs.
This role is specifically responsible for a portfolio of programs delivered in person and live virtual that will require engagement with corporate clients, learning and development teams, as well as senior leaders in companies to deliver learning experiences that advance their business goals and objectives.
To achieve this, the Senior Director will work closely with peer departments including Business Development, Operations, Kellogg faculty, and practitioners. This role requires an individual that is seasoned in working in matrixed, multifaceted teams as well as is creative in problem solving and coordinating resources across a complex set of stakeholders. Strong communication skills, business acumen, executive presence, and flexibility are key to working across diverse groups and audiences. Responsible for planning, development, execution, and evaluation of a portfolio of Kellogg Executive Education custom programs. Experience in corporate L&D, consulting, marketing, and change management is preferred.
Specific Responsibilities:
Program Design and Development
The Senior Director, Executive Programs, simultaneously leads multiple client engagement & service teams on a per program basis, including direct mentoring and leadership for Program Directors.
Serve as a seniorinterface with (external) corporate clients for the development and delivery of custom learning programs; collaborate with C-suite executives in client organizations and/or their learning and development teams to conduct in-depth organizational needs assessments, identify program objectives, and oversee program design and execution.
Develop and articulate learning objectives and goals that guide the development of programs for Executive Education clients and deliver a best-in-class experience for participants.
Coordinate with the Executive Education Business Development team to understand client organizations and their executive development needs and identify learning solutions strategies.
Provide guidance in the selection of cases and other program materials. Invites and schedules the faculty for each program in their portfolio.
Oversee program planning and architecture, including managing complex program designs, varied stakeholder interests, and conflicting stakeholder priorities.
Collaborate with Managing Director of Program Development on final curriculum and matters related to program planning, development, execution, and evaluation.
Program Delivery
Oversee all aspects of program delivery, both onsite and offsite.
Serve as senior executive leader for learning events whether onsite, offsite, or leading online program communities, including highlighting points of importance in schedule (i.e., cases, events, guest speaker, etc.) and participating in program activities such as meals, special outings, and corporate visits.
Understand faculty offerings in executive education and communicate them to internal and external stakeholders.
Communicate program objectives to C-suite and senior executives.
Responsible for ensuring program continuity and satisfactory customer experience through engagement with participants.
Communicate with senior Kellogg faculty for ongoing or midstream adjustments to program content.
Assure faculty preparation for program specific matters, such as participant profiles, learning priorities, and providing guidance for any necessary presentation modifications.
Lead complex teams to create best in class program delivery, including working with external conference centers, hotels, IT services and online or web-based resources to assure seamless end-to-end experience for offsite programs.
Post Program
Gather and analyze program evaluations and feedback, including identifying methodologies for determining the ROI of professional development initiatives.
Debrief and share feedback with faculty and Managing Director of Program Development in order to identify areas of potential improvement.
Identify modifications of content, format, and faculty to enhance future sessions.
Program Innovation
Research and assess external executive... For full info follow application link.
Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
