Howard University
National Associate & Regional Director
Howard University, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
The National Associate & Regional Director (NARD) will support the daily operations of the Howard University and PNC National Center for Entrepreneurship (the Center). This role plays a critical leadership part in advancing the Center’s mission by supporting program strategy, partnership development, and national coordination of entrepreneurship initiatives. The NARD will collaborate with campus partners, funders, faculty, and student leaders to promote business innovation, entrepreneurship education, and venture creation. This position reports directly to the National Executive Director (NED) and serves as a key broker between program funders, colleagues, students, the University, and the broader community. The NARD will assist the NED in managing the strategic direction and operations of the Center, working with Regional Directors, developing curriculum and programmatic activities, arranging lectures for executives, and building relationships across the University and external sectors. The role will help establish program timelines, market program outcomes, and perform related duties to support the Center’s success. Supervisory Accountability
The NARD will assist the NED in planning, assigning, directing, and coordinating the work of the Center nationwide. They will help oversee National Center staff and professionals, as well as support personnel. Nature And Scope
The NARD will be a university leader who drives a culture of innovation and best practices, fosters a vibrant work environment, and serves as a trusted advisor and partner to the senior leadership team and the University community. Principal Accountabilities
Strategic Program Development & Implementation
Lead the design, planning, implementation, and evaluation of national entrepreneurship programs and capacity-building initiatives with high impact on participants Coordinate with communities nationwide to support local entrepreneurship center development, student programming, and faculty training Provide guidance to entrepreneurship centers and incubators on program design, student engagement, and partnership cultivation Ensure alignment of national programs with institutional needs, funder expectations, and impact metrics Assist in developing, managing, and executing the Center’s strategic plan in collaboration with the School of Business and university administration Prepare reports, financial statements, and records on program activities and progress Assist in creating and overseeing an Annual National Conference Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement
Support the NED in cultivating and managing strategic partnerships with corporate, nonprofit, government, and philanthropic organizations Serve as a liaison between the national center and entrepreneurship leaders at participating institutions and partner organizations Work collaboratively with faculty and staff at regional centers Represent the center at national conferences, summits, and convenings Operational Leadership
Oversee project timelines, budgets, and deliverables in collaboration with national and campus-based teams Assist in the management and supervision of National Center staff and professionals Serve as back-up in the absence of the NED or other supervisory personnel Perform other related duties as assigned Core Competencies
Relevant leadership experience in a complex, dynamic environment Experience with academic institutions and/or entrepreneurship preferred Ability to manage a network of strategic partners and work with C-suite executives to build relationships Strong planning, analysis, initiative, and resourcefulness Excellent written and verbal communication skills; grant writing experience preferred Passion for entrepreneurship and community-driven innovation Minimum Requirements
Master’s degree preferred and significant relevant experience at a managerial level is required. 7+ years of experience in higher education, entrepreneurship, nonprofit leadership, or economic development. Compensation: $140,000-$150,000
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The National Associate & Regional Director (NARD) will support the daily operations of the Howard University and PNC National Center for Entrepreneurship (the Center). This role plays a critical leadership part in advancing the Center’s mission by supporting program strategy, partnership development, and national coordination of entrepreneurship initiatives. The NARD will collaborate with campus partners, funders, faculty, and student leaders to promote business innovation, entrepreneurship education, and venture creation. This position reports directly to the National Executive Director (NED) and serves as a key broker between program funders, colleagues, students, the University, and the broader community. The NARD will assist the NED in managing the strategic direction and operations of the Center, working with Regional Directors, developing curriculum and programmatic activities, arranging lectures for executives, and building relationships across the University and external sectors. The role will help establish program timelines, market program outcomes, and perform related duties to support the Center’s success. Supervisory Accountability
The NARD will assist the NED in planning, assigning, directing, and coordinating the work of the Center nationwide. They will help oversee National Center staff and professionals, as well as support personnel. Nature And Scope
The NARD will be a university leader who drives a culture of innovation and best practices, fosters a vibrant work environment, and serves as a trusted advisor and partner to the senior leadership team and the University community. Principal Accountabilities
Strategic Program Development & Implementation
Lead the design, planning, implementation, and evaluation of national entrepreneurship programs and capacity-building initiatives with high impact on participants Coordinate with communities nationwide to support local entrepreneurship center development, student programming, and faculty training Provide guidance to entrepreneurship centers and incubators on program design, student engagement, and partnership cultivation Ensure alignment of national programs with institutional needs, funder expectations, and impact metrics Assist in developing, managing, and executing the Center’s strategic plan in collaboration with the School of Business and university administration Prepare reports, financial statements, and records on program activities and progress Assist in creating and overseeing an Annual National Conference Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement
Support the NED in cultivating and managing strategic partnerships with corporate, nonprofit, government, and philanthropic organizations Serve as a liaison between the national center and entrepreneurship leaders at participating institutions and partner organizations Work collaboratively with faculty and staff at regional centers Represent the center at national conferences, summits, and convenings Operational Leadership
Oversee project timelines, budgets, and deliverables in collaboration with national and campus-based teams Assist in the management and supervision of National Center staff and professionals Serve as back-up in the absence of the NED or other supervisory personnel Perform other related duties as assigned Core Competencies
Relevant leadership experience in a complex, dynamic environment Experience with academic institutions and/or entrepreneurship preferred Ability to manage a network of strategic partners and work with C-suite executives to build relationships Strong planning, analysis, initiative, and resourcefulness Excellent written and verbal communication skills; grant writing experience preferred Passion for entrepreneurship and community-driven innovation Minimum Requirements
Master’s degree preferred and significant relevant experience at a managerial level is required. 7+ years of experience in higher education, entrepreneurship, nonprofit leadership, or economic development. Compensation: $140,000-$150,000
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