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DATE POSTED 1 day ago Schedule Full-time Job Code 4131 Employee Status Regular Requisition ID 107410 The Stanford Center on China's Economy and Institutions (SCCEI) is a joint effort of the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies (FSI) and the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research (SIEPR). FSI is Stanford University’s primary interdisciplinary research and teaching institute on international policy and international affairs. SIEPR is Stanford University’s home for understanding the economic challenges, opportunities, and policies affecting people in the United States and around the world. SCCEI is Stanford’s home for empirical, multidisciplinary research on China’s economy. SCCEI focuses on empirical work to bridge the divide between academic research and the real-life policies guiding US-China relations, create transformative student experiences, and advance public understanding of China’s economy and its impact on the world. Position Summary
The Stanford Center on China’s Economy and Institutions (SCCEI) seeks a Senior Associate Director with proven experience and leadership skills to serve as the center’s chief administrative officer. The Senior Associate Director reports directly to the faculty Co-Directors to provide executive leadership and has responsibility for all administrative and programmatic functions and supervision of center staff who manage or administer human resources, finance, grants and contracts, events, communications, external affairs, strategic partnerships, research programs, student services, facilities, and IT. For consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter. Core Duties
Manage staff in the day-to-day operations for functional area(s) of responsibility. Responsible for hiring and retaining staff, career coaching, personal development for direct reports and accountable for the performance of employees. Ensure work completion within schedule and constraints. May independently or in collaboration with human resources managers, guide faculty supervisors in the interpretation and implementation of human resources policies, procedures and programs. Evaluate business processes and operational and/or financial effectiveness. Analyze and resolve complex issues and provide alternative solutions as necessary. May lead process improvement for immediate unit. Analyze unit needs and make recommendations to leadership for changes in staffing, facilities, health and safety compliance, finance, technology and/or administrative functions. Work with the Chair and/or Dean’s Office regarding resources to support faculty activities and interests. Interpret, implement and ensure compliance with university academic and administrative policies and procedures within an operating unit. Recommend new internal policies, guidelines and procedures. Manage the finances across all sources for the annual budget, including developing, monitoring, analyzing, forecasting and reporting. Manage and coordinate grants and contracts for the department. Ensure compliance with institutional and external requirements. Represent the unit’s business and academic operations within the organization/school. Manage student and faculty program administration for their unit. Minimum Requirements
Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience in administrative and financial management, or combination of education and relevant experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated supervisory skills including conflict resolution. Excellent planning and organizational skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Working knowledge of accounting, budget planning and financial forecasting. Working knowledge of grants and contract administration. Solid analytical and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail and accuracy. Strong expertise in business and management computer applications and databases. Strong knowledge of industry standards and/or regulatory requirements. Ability to multi-task and manage deadlines. Subject matter expertise for area(s) of responsibility. Able to keep abreast of general industry knowledge and trends Strong background in operational and program management and facilitating research in an interdisciplinary environment. Experience leading a professional team to manage administration and related programmatic activities for faculty and students. Interest in international affairs and policy, specifically the study of China’s economy. Certifications and Licenses: Completion of the Cardinal Research Administration Foundational Training or CRAFT training within 12-months of hire. Physical Requirements: Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks. Frequently sitting. Occasionally stand/walk, writing by hand, use a telephone, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh 11-20 pounds. Working Conditions: Occasional evening and weekend hours. Work Standards: Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations. Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Stanford University is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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DATE POSTED 1 day ago Schedule Full-time Job Code 4131 Employee Status Regular Requisition ID 107410 The Stanford Center on China's Economy and Institutions (SCCEI) is a joint effort of the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies (FSI) and the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research (SIEPR). FSI is Stanford University’s primary interdisciplinary research and teaching institute on international policy and international affairs. SIEPR is Stanford University’s home for understanding the economic challenges, opportunities, and policies affecting people in the United States and around the world. SCCEI is Stanford’s home for empirical, multidisciplinary research on China’s economy. SCCEI focuses on empirical work to bridge the divide between academic research and the real-life policies guiding US-China relations, create transformative student experiences, and advance public understanding of China’s economy and its impact on the world. Position Summary
The Stanford Center on China’s Economy and Institutions (SCCEI) seeks a Senior Associate Director with proven experience and leadership skills to serve as the center’s chief administrative officer. The Senior Associate Director reports directly to the faculty Co-Directors to provide executive leadership and has responsibility for all administrative and programmatic functions and supervision of center staff who manage or administer human resources, finance, grants and contracts, events, communications, external affairs, strategic partnerships, research programs, student services, facilities, and IT. For consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter. Core Duties
Manage staff in the day-to-day operations for functional area(s) of responsibility. Responsible for hiring and retaining staff, career coaching, personal development for direct reports and accountable for the performance of employees. Ensure work completion within schedule and constraints. May independently or in collaboration with human resources managers, guide faculty supervisors in the interpretation and implementation of human resources policies, procedures and programs. Evaluate business processes and operational and/or financial effectiveness. Analyze and resolve complex issues and provide alternative solutions as necessary. May lead process improvement for immediate unit. Analyze unit needs and make recommendations to leadership for changes in staffing, facilities, health and safety compliance, finance, technology and/or administrative functions. Work with the Chair and/or Dean’s Office regarding resources to support faculty activities and interests. Interpret, implement and ensure compliance with university academic and administrative policies and procedures within an operating unit. Recommend new internal policies, guidelines and procedures. Manage the finances across all sources for the annual budget, including developing, monitoring, analyzing, forecasting and reporting. Manage and coordinate grants and contracts for the department. Ensure compliance with institutional and external requirements. Represent the unit’s business and academic operations within the organization/school. Manage student and faculty program administration for their unit. Minimum Requirements
Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience in administrative and financial management, or combination of education and relevant experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated supervisory skills including conflict resolution. Excellent planning and organizational skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Working knowledge of accounting, budget planning and financial forecasting. Working knowledge of grants and contract administration. Solid analytical and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail and accuracy. Strong expertise in business and management computer applications and databases. Strong knowledge of industry standards and/or regulatory requirements. Ability to multi-task and manage deadlines. Subject matter expertise for area(s) of responsibility. Able to keep abreast of general industry knowledge and trends Strong background in operational and program management and facilitating research in an interdisciplinary environment. Experience leading a professional team to manage administration and related programmatic activities for faculty and students. Interest in international affairs and policy, specifically the study of China’s economy. Certifications and Licenses: Completion of the Cardinal Research Administration Foundational Training or CRAFT training within 12-months of hire. Physical Requirements: Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks. Frequently sitting. Occasionally stand/walk, writing by hand, use a telephone, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh 11-20 pounds. Working Conditions: Occasional evening and weekend hours. Work Standards: Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations. Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Stanford University is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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