Director, Office of the Vice President Operations

$88,562 - $128,380/Yr

George Washington University - Washington, DC

Part-time,Full-time - Director

Washington, DC

Educational Services

About the position

The Director, Office of the Vice President Operations, plays a crucial role in the Division of Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) at GWU, responsible for coordinating efforts related to the university's top donors and prospects. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while managing high-level communications and logistics for leadership travel and events. The Director will also support the Vice President in managing donor relationships and strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversees leadership travel for DAR, prioritizing donors and prospects for visits with the Executive Director and Principal Gifts team.
• Plans presidential salon dinners in key markets, collaborating with colleagues to determine audience and coordinate logistics.
• Manages the Project Coordinator, providing oversight for the leadership request, scheduling, and briefing process.
• Reviews and writes briefing materials for meetings with the President, Provost, and Vice President.
• Acts as DAR's secondary liaison to the Office of the President, Office of the Provost, and Office of the Board of Trustees.
• Drafts and edits written communications on behalf of the President and Vice President.
• Supports the Vice President by providing project management for her portfolio of donors and prospects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 8 years of relevant professional experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of relevant professional experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and project management skills with the ability to multi-task.
• Ability to handle crisis situations and perform well under pressure.
• High level of discretion and professional demeanor.
• High level of proficiency in key components of Microsoft Office suite.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in increasingly responsible development/alumni positions.
• Prior GW work experience is desirable.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance.
• Time off & leave benefits.
• Retirement savings options.
• Tuition assistance.
• Well-being programs and various voluntary benefits.