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Senior Director of Board Relations
Georgia State University Foundation (GSUF) – Atlanta Campus, Georgia.
Job Summary The Senior Director of Board Relations and GSU Foundation Senior Director of Board Relations is responsible for providing executive‑level administrative and strategic support to the Georgia State University Foundation (GSUF) Board, its full body, special committees, and special groups. The GSUF comprises seven committees: Executive, Audit, Development, Finance, Investment, Nomination and Governance, and Real Estate; two special committees: Women’s Philanthropy Network & Strategic Planning; and two groups: GSUF Emeriti and the Alumni Association President. This role serves as the primary liaison between the Board, executive university leadership, and key stakeholders, ensuring efficient governance processes and effective communication.
In addition, the Senior Director leads, directs, delegates, and assists with all projects involving university officials and other stakeholders as assigned, reporting to the Vice President for Advancement and President of the GSU Foundation.
Key Responsibilities
Manage all Georgia State University Foundation Board of Trustees activities and create experiences for board‑related events, coordinating with the board chair, committee chairs, and the Foundation president to craft meeting content, build a two‑year calendar, and ensure compliance with governance policies.
Organize board executive meetings, retreats, and special events, ensuring that all logistics, materials, and follow‑ups are executed efficiently.
Scout and select venues for meetings, activities, and retreats; negotiate contracts and secure approval from university legal and the Foundation president.
Serve as the principal liaison between the Board, executive leadership, and key stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication and operational alignment.
Oversee and coordinate project‑management efforts and special initiatives assigned by the Board or executive leadership.
Work closely with top‑level executives, including the President, CEO, and senior leadership team, to align board initiatives with institutional goals, provide strategic input, and facilitate executive decision‑making processes.
Collaborate with Advancement leadership to develop engagement plans that keep board members connected, informed, and provide experiences linked to their passions, working with deans, research, and other executives to match individuals with their interests, and partnering with development gift officers to support board‑related giving initiatives and philanthropic efforts.
Perform other reasonably related business duties as requested by the supervisor; job descriptions are reviewed periodically and may be revised.
Work some nights and weekends when necessary and travel (by plane, train, or car) at least 15 % of the time within and outside of Georgia.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and at least seven years of related supervisory/management experience; or a combination of education and related experience.
Benefits
Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
A knowledge‑sharing organization that works collaboratively with cross‑campus and external partners.
Professional development opportunities and mentorship.
A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.
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Job Summary The Senior Director of Board Relations and GSU Foundation Senior Director of Board Relations is responsible for providing executive‑level administrative and strategic support to the Georgia State University Foundation (GSUF) Board, its full body, special committees, and special groups. The GSUF comprises seven committees: Executive, Audit, Development, Finance, Investment, Nomination and Governance, and Real Estate; two special committees: Women’s Philanthropy Network & Strategic Planning; and two groups: GSUF Emeriti and the Alumni Association President. This role serves as the primary liaison between the Board, executive university leadership, and key stakeholders, ensuring efficient governance processes and effective communication.
In addition, the Senior Director leads, directs, delegates, and assists with all projects involving university officials and other stakeholders as assigned, reporting to the Vice President for Advancement and President of the GSU Foundation.
Key Responsibilities
Manage all Georgia State University Foundation Board of Trustees activities and create experiences for board‑related events, coordinating with the board chair, committee chairs, and the Foundation president to craft meeting content, build a two‑year calendar, and ensure compliance with governance policies.
Organize board executive meetings, retreats, and special events, ensuring that all logistics, materials, and follow‑ups are executed efficiently.
Scout and select venues for meetings, activities, and retreats; negotiate contracts and secure approval from university legal and the Foundation president.
Serve as the principal liaison between the Board, executive leadership, and key stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication and operational alignment.
Oversee and coordinate project‑management efforts and special initiatives assigned by the Board or executive leadership.
Work closely with top‑level executives, including the President, CEO, and senior leadership team, to align board initiatives with institutional goals, provide strategic input, and facilitate executive decision‑making processes.
Collaborate with Advancement leadership to develop engagement plans that keep board members connected, informed, and provide experiences linked to their passions, working with deans, research, and other executives to match individuals with their interests, and partnering with development gift officers to support board‑related giving initiatives and philanthropic efforts.
Perform other reasonably related business duties as requested by the supervisor; job descriptions are reviewed periodically and may be revised.
Work some nights and weekends when necessary and travel (by plane, train, or car) at least 15 % of the time within and outside of Georgia.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and at least seven years of related supervisory/management experience; or a combination of education and related experience.
Benefits
Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
A knowledge‑sharing organization that works collaboratively with cross‑campus and external partners.
Professional development opportunities and mentorship.
A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.
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