Director of Global Partnerships & Initiatives

The Director of Global Partnerships & Initiatives works with the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Global Affairs and Senior International Officer to support strategic and operational leadership and implementation of University priorities. The Director is responsible for leading the management, and expansion of international partnerships, supporting enrollment growth through partnership pathways, and nurturing academic collaborations that strengthen the university’s institutional global profile.

The Director is also responsible for project management and event coordination for strategic international activities.

The role requires building and sustaining strong relationships with external stakeholders and international alumni, while also collaborating with academic and institutional leadership to ensure partnerships are aligned with institutional priorities and deliver meaningful, measurable impact.

Responsibilities include: managing outgoing and incoming international delegations, international agreements, and annual reporting on all UNL global engagement efforts; and overseeing Global Affairs communication efforts, as well as events hosted by Global Affairs, Global Partnerships & Initiatives and the SIO. Additional duties include providing strategic insight and support for UNL's international student (graduate and undergraduate) enrollment goals and outreach; and serving as the primary liaison with external strategic partners.

Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong understanding of international education best practices and organizations, possess a record of advancing institution-wide strategies, as well as experience managing agreements, mobility and exchange programs, sponsored student programs, and grants. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and organizational skills.

The Director will also serve as a key advisor and representative for the SIO and Global Affairs unit in engagement with key external stakeholders, including federal and state institutions, foundations, and alumni. This role will manage a development portfolio in alignment with university priorities and unit mission areas and strategic priorities.

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