Institute on Culture, Religion and World Affairs at Boston University
Assistant Director
Institute on Culture, Religion and World Affairs at Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
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Director of CURA: The Institute on Culture, Religion, and World Affairs at Boston University
Company Description Boston University's Institute on Culture, Religion, and World Affairs (CURA) is an interdisciplinary research center that encourages and supports research on the role of religion in public affairs. Supported by a substantial endowment and grants from various foundations, CURA has sponsored research projects on five continents, leading to the publication of over 150 books and many more articles. Role Description This is a full-time hybrid role located in Boston, MA, with flexibility for some work from home. The Assistant Director will be responsible for overseeing daily operations and supervising staff, managing the budget and financial reports, developing and implementing programs and initiatives, managing communications and publicity, and maintaining strong relationships with partner organizations and stakeholders. The Assistant Director must be able to work collaboratively with the Director, faculty, staff, students, and external partners. Job Description The successful candidate provides administrative and program support to the Director of CURA. The successful candidate will develop, manage, advertise, and schedule a broad range of center events workshops, symposia, conferences, etc. They will oversee the institute's operational budget and prepare and maintain a variety of reports, correspondences, including filing financial reports. They will build public awareness of the work of CURA's faculty and students by consistently and proactively sharing the mission, vision, and work of the institute to relevant audiences within the academic community and through media. They will foster partnerships & increase engagement with CURAs research by leveraging established channels (email, social media, website) to enable dialogue and connections between CURA and target audiences and stakeholders including media, scholars, and partners. They will hire and supervise student workers and contractors as required or needed. Knowledge of religious studies and/or the social sciences preferred, but not required. Qualifications Bachelors degree required with 5-8 years of experience. Excellent writing skills, project management experience, an ability to work independently, and skills engaging with a variety of stakeholders. Knowledge of religious studies and/or social science preferred, but not required. Experience with SAP software is a strong plus. This position is eligible for Boston University's generous benefits package including health, dental, and retirement. This position directly supervises staff and/or students. Supervision generally includes recommendations for hiring and firing, completing performance evaluations, training, allocation of work, and problem resolution. Seniority level
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Company Description Boston University's Institute on Culture, Religion, and World Affairs (CURA) is an interdisciplinary research center that encourages and supports research on the role of religion in public affairs. Supported by a substantial endowment and grants from various foundations, CURA has sponsored research projects on five continents, leading to the publication of over 150 books and many more articles. Role Description This is a full-time hybrid role located in Boston, MA, with flexibility for some work from home. The Assistant Director will be responsible for overseeing daily operations and supervising staff, managing the budget and financial reports, developing and implementing programs and initiatives, managing communications and publicity, and maintaining strong relationships with partner organizations and stakeholders. The Assistant Director must be able to work collaboratively with the Director, faculty, staff, students, and external partners. Job Description The successful candidate provides administrative and program support to the Director of CURA. The successful candidate will develop, manage, advertise, and schedule a broad range of center events workshops, symposia, conferences, etc. They will oversee the institute's operational budget and prepare and maintain a variety of reports, correspondences, including filing financial reports. They will build public awareness of the work of CURA's faculty and students by consistently and proactively sharing the mission, vision, and work of the institute to relevant audiences within the academic community and through media. They will foster partnerships & increase engagement with CURAs research by leveraging established channels (email, social media, website) to enable dialogue and connections between CURA and target audiences and stakeholders including media, scholars, and partners. They will hire and supervise student workers and contractors as required or needed. Knowledge of religious studies and/or the social sciences preferred, but not required. Qualifications Bachelors degree required with 5-8 years of experience. Excellent writing skills, project management experience, an ability to work independently, and skills engaging with a variety of stakeholders. Knowledge of religious studies and/or social science preferred, but not required. Experience with SAP software is a strong plus. This position is eligible for Boston University's generous benefits package including health, dental, and retirement. This position directly supervises staff and/or students. Supervision generally includes recommendations for hiring and firing, completing performance evaluations, training, allocation of work, and problem resolution. Seniority level
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