The University of Chicago
Senior Associate Director, Policy, Government and Nonprofits
The University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Department
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About the Department
Career Advancement serves a student population of approximately 7,000 arts and sciences undergraduate students, in addition to alumni who have graduated within the last five years. Career Advancement plays a vital role in ensuring our students’ success after graduation. Career Advancement offers innovative and comprehensive career development services with a focus on pre-professional preparation, experiential education, and opportunities. Through career advising, programs, and comprehensive resources, Career Advancement supports undergraduate students and alumni as they develop the skills necessary to manage their career development, while working with alumni and employers to provide students with meaningful opportunities.
Job Summary
The Careers in Policy, Government and Nonprofits team supports students interested in careers in government, non-profits, sustainability, human rights, global health, national security, think tanks, foundations, and more. The Senior Associate Director, Policy, Government and Nonprofits will have oversight over all employer relations strategy and development. They will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive employer engagement strategy to strengthen partnerships and increase job and internship opportunities for students. They will oversee the relationship management with key employer stakeholders, analyze industry trends, and collaborate with career advisors to align employer outreach with student career interests and institutional priorities.
Responsibilities
Manages and stewards a portfolio of relationships with employers in government, human rights, policy and social impact, including non-profits, foundations, and NGOs, to promote student recruitment for internships and full-time opportunities.
Coordinates within the team and across the office on employer development strategy.
Manages and administers employer treks. This includes connecting with in-market offices, employers, and alumni to develop and execute trek agendas.
Develops career-oriented guides for industry-specific knowledge including recruiting guides, web content, presentations, and other content.
Analyzes markets and trends as they relate to job searches in the social sciences, social service, and foundations and philanthropy.
Oversees the Metcalf budget for all Social Sciences and Policy internship opportunities.
Conducts job search and career management related large lectures, hands-on workshops, special events, training programs, and one-on-one career coaching sessions.
Advises and counsels students interested in careers in policy, social impact, and the social sciences, utilizing first-hand career knowledge and skills and collaborating with other Career Advancement teams.
Leads day-to-day operations for the National Security Public Safety Track.
Maintains efficient methods of tracking student data, quantifying student engagement, and reporting on student outcomes.
Researches organizations that are hiring and partners with a wide variety of employers to ensure recruitment strategies meet their needs.
Minimum Qualifications
College or university degree in related field.
5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
Professional experience working in a business setting.
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law.
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