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Executive Director of Fellowships
Inside Higher Ed, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States, 27517
Overview
Is this your next job Read the full description below to find out, and do not hesitate to make an application. Position:
Executive Director of Fellowships.
Organization:
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill – The Graduate School.
Location:
North Carolina, US.
Posting Open Date:
08/28/2025.
Application Deadline:
09/11/2025.
Position Type:
Permanent Staff (EHRA NF).
Appointment Type:
EHRA Non-Faculty.
Hours Per Week:
40.
FTE:
1.
Position Number:
20022856.
Vacancy ID:
NF0009259.
Position Summary The primary purpose of the Executive Director of Fellowships position is to provide leadership and coordination for graduate and professional student fellowships. Working closely with The Graduate School’s Dean and the development team, this position ensures the success of new and existing fellowship programs, providing vision, strategic planning, and routine administrative oversight. Position responsibilities include:
Provides oversight for existing fellowship programs including the Royster Society of Fellows program and the Weiss Urban Livability Fellowship program.
Supports external fellowship activities such as the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) and the Graduate Funding Information Center (GFIC).
Works closely with development staff to provide input on planning of new fellowship programs and to ensure effective stewardship and growth of existing programs.
Collaborates with The Graduate School teams for student success and professional development to ensure optimal student experiences for fellowship recipients.
Oversees fellowship nomination and selection processes.
Leads development and management of student funding plan policies and procedures.
Manages development and implementation of fellowship workshops and seminars.
Oversees program evaluation and reporting.
Oversees records management, providing input on technical needs such as database management and online processes.
Works closely with the Executive Director of Communications to develop communications strategies for various stakeholder groups.
Manages the Fellowships Program Coordinator, supporting activities related to programming and fellowship coordination.
Minimum Education and Experience Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent educational or instructional activities associated with the delivery and/or management of student support functions, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and at least 1 year of relevant experience in substitution.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Accuracy in this position is critical to the functioning of the Graduate School and close attention to detail must be present. The incumbent must have self-initiative, be able to work independently and take a highly collaborative approach as part of a team and must be able to communicate clearly and articulately.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Doctoral degree with three years of relevant experience managing graduate fellowship and award programs or similar work to support success for graduate and professional students.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.
Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Business Development and Sales
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Is this your next job Read the full description below to find out, and do not hesitate to make an application. Position:
Executive Director of Fellowships.
Organization:
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill – The Graduate School.
Location:
North Carolina, US.
Posting Open Date:
08/28/2025.
Application Deadline:
09/11/2025.
Position Type:
Permanent Staff (EHRA NF).
Appointment Type:
EHRA Non-Faculty.
Hours Per Week:
40.
FTE:
1.
Position Number:
20022856.
Vacancy ID:
NF0009259.
Position Summary The primary purpose of the Executive Director of Fellowships position is to provide leadership and coordination for graduate and professional student fellowships. Working closely with The Graduate School’s Dean and the development team, this position ensures the success of new and existing fellowship programs, providing vision, strategic planning, and routine administrative oversight. Position responsibilities include:
Provides oversight for existing fellowship programs including the Royster Society of Fellows program and the Weiss Urban Livability Fellowship program.
Supports external fellowship activities such as the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) and the Graduate Funding Information Center (GFIC).
Works closely with development staff to provide input on planning of new fellowship programs and to ensure effective stewardship and growth of existing programs.
Collaborates with The Graduate School teams for student success and professional development to ensure optimal student experiences for fellowship recipients.
Oversees fellowship nomination and selection processes.
Leads development and management of student funding plan policies and procedures.
Manages development and implementation of fellowship workshops and seminars.
Oversees program evaluation and reporting.
Oversees records management, providing input on technical needs such as database management and online processes.
Works closely with the Executive Director of Communications to develop communications strategies for various stakeholder groups.
Manages the Fellowships Program Coordinator, supporting activities related to programming and fellowship coordination.
Minimum Education and Experience Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent educational or instructional activities associated with the delivery and/or management of student support functions, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and at least 1 year of relevant experience in substitution.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Accuracy in this position is critical to the functioning of the Graduate School and close attention to detail must be present. The incumbent must have self-initiative, be able to work independently and take a highly collaborative approach as part of a team and must be able to communicate clearly and articulately.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Doctoral degree with three years of relevant experience managing graduate fellowship and award programs or similar work to support success for graduate and professional students.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.
Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Business Development and Sales
Industries
Online Audio and Video Media
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