Project Coordinator, Strategic Initiatives and Innovation

Posting Details

Posting Details



Job # 039036 Department Code 31305-0094 Department Division of Strategic Initiatives and Innovation Job Title Project Coordinator, Strategic Initiatives and Innovation Location Syracuse, NY Pay Range Commensurate with Experience Staff Level S4 FLSA Status Exempt Hours
Standard University business hours

8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)

Hours may vary based on operational needs. Job Type Full-time Campus Syracuse, NY Unionized Position Code Not Applicable Job Description
Reporting to the Executive Director for Operations, Strategic Initiatives and Innovation, this individual will provide support in the implementation and initiatives within the Office of the Vice Chancellor and across the Division of Strategic Initiatives and Innovation. Duties will include providing project coordination and management, project research, communications support, and memorandum/presentation preparation. The Project Coordinator must be adept at creating and maintaining cross-departmental relationships, preparing information for a diverse and executive-level audience, and functioning in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment. Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Three (3) plus years of proven project coordination experience in and education, business, government, or community organization.
• Proven track record of effectively interacting with senior executives.
• Demonstrated ability to work strategically and collaboratively across departments.
• Effective, versatile and action oriented.
• Excellent communication skills.

Job Specific Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects across various audiences and leadership levels.
• Excellent critical thinking, judgment, and decision-making ability.
• Exceptional communication/interpersonal skills.
• Experience designing compelling presentations and reports.
• Ability to work well under pressure and to manage high-volume workloads.
• Intermediate or higher research and analysis abilities.
• Strong administrative skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required.
• Track record contributing to an inclusive culture within a professional and/or educational setting.

Responsibilities
Project Coordination:

• Under the supervision of the Executive Director for Operations, conducts project coordination efforts in collaboration with divisional units and departments, as well as schools, colleges, and units across the University to include project development, implementation, and reporting.
• Identifies, coordinates, and develops solutions to issues/challenges that cross multiple units within Strategic Initiatives and Innovation.
• Manages the flow of issues, projects, and problems requiring either near-term responses or anticipatory preparations.

Communications and Administration:

• Writes, edits, and coordinates internal and external presentations, briefings, special reports, and other materials.
• Assists with Board of Trustees’ material preparation and deliverables, working collaboratively with the University’s Board of Trustees Office and members of the Strategic Initiatives and Innovation leadership team.
• Support special projects for the Vice Chancellor and Executive Director of Operations.

Research and Analysis:

• Supports and conducts research to inform decisions on initiatives within Strategic Initiatives and Innovation.
• Present research findings in a clear, concise way to executive leadership.

Physical Requirements
Not Applicable Tools/Equipment
Not Applicable Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter. About Syracuse University
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Syracuse University maintains an inclusive learning environment in which students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all other aspects of campus life reflect a diverse, multi-cultural, and international worldview. The University community recognizes and values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in an inherently diverse country and world made up of people with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, military backgrounds, religious beliefs, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. To do so, we commit ourselves to promoting a community that celebrates and models the principles of diversity and inclusivity. Quick Link https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/96077 Job Posting Date 10/06/2022 Application Deadline Full Consideration By Job Category Staff Message to Applicants