Executive Director of the Center for International Stabilization and Recovery

Working Title : Executive Director of the Center for International Stabilization and Recovery

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State Role Title : AP Faculty

Position Type : Administrative & Professional (Non-teaching Faculty)

Position Status : Full-Time

College / Division : Center for International Stabilization & Recovery (CISR)

Department : 550450 - CISR Stabilization and Recovery

Pay Rate : Commensurate with Experience

Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? Yes. This is a grant-funded position and is contingent upon continued funding.

Beginning Review Date : 11 / 10 / 2024

About JMU : Mission

Mission

We are a community committed to preparing students to be educated and enlightened citizens who lead productive and meaningful lives.

Vision

To be the national model for the engaged university : engaged with ideas and the world.

Who We Are

Located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.

C. and Richmond, VA. With a population of just over 53,000, Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students, faculty and staff.

General Information :

Since our founding in 1996, the Center for International Stabilization and Recovery (CISR), a center of excellence at James Madison University (JMU), has been dedicated to understanding and overcoming global conflict.

CISR produces the industry-leading publication, The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction, and has hosted conferences, conducted research studies, and provided management training for organizations that clear land contaminated with explosive remnants of war.

CISR’s work has expanded to include international development and capacity building projects.

CISR is seeking an Executive Director to lead the organization’s strategic mission by providing visionary leadership, ensuring CISR’s financial success, and raising the international profile of the organization.

The Executive Director position reports directly to the JMU Associate Vice President of Research and Scholarship and is responsible for overseeing all aspects of CISR’s administration.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Oversee dedicated staff of the Center consisting of a combination of full-time and part-time employees, graduate assistants, and undergraduate student employees and interns.
• Provide vision and overall leadership in furtherance of the Center’s mission and operations.
• Determine objectives, short- and long-range planning, and implementation of programs.
• Lead a robust external funding agenda and strategy.
• Oversee budget and management of center resources.
• Supervise implementation of grants, contracts, and other CISR project tasks.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships and foster new partnerships.
• Serve as a senior advisor on projects.
• Define and lead a research agenda for the center.
• Develop proposals for grants and contracts.
• Integrate and coordinate CISR with JMU efforts.
• Establish an Advisory Board and collaborate on strategic plans.
• Engage in collaborative leadership with CISR staff and stakeholders.
• Conduct global outreach initiatives.
• Advocate for CISR within the JMU context.
• Provide oversight of policies, programs, and activities of the center.
• Identify potential sources of funding and lead fundraising efforts.
• Ensure compliance with all operational requirements.
• Oversee evaluation for quality assurance and budget efficiency.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

• A terminal academic degree.
• Proven track record of leadership and securing external funding.
• Experience in building collaborative relationships.
• Experience in organizing resources and managing personnel.
• Experience leading projects in international development or humanitarian action.
• Extensive project management and supervisory experience.
• Commitment to community engagement and cross-cultural competence.
• Strong record of research and publication.
• Ability to represent the organization publicly.
• Commitment to Intersectional inclusive excellence.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Additional Posting Information :

JMU’s Dual Career and Community Resources Program is available for candidates relocating to the area.

Conditions of Employment :

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check. E-Verify Notice : New hires must complete an I-9 form and present documentation of identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

EEO Statement :

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive community. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on various factors.

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