• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Bargaining Unit:
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• End Date if Temporary:
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Standard Work Schedule:
• Building:
• Salary Range: $125,000 - $140,000

Position Summary

• The Division of Pediatric Hematology, Oncology and Stem Cell Transplantation at Columbia University Irving Medical Center is recruiting a Director of Operations for the International Initiative for Pediatrics and Nutrition (IIPAN). The individual would support the Program for advancing nutritional health in children located in low and middle-income countries. The candidate would advance IIPAN's offers of international as well as domestic educational opportunities in academic medical institutions abroad and work closely with IIPAN's collaborators within the World Health Organization and Ministries of Health. Current active programs are located in Central and South America, Africa, and several countries in South Asia. The director of operations will be responsible for directing the operations of IIPAN, overseeing and expanding site implementation (monitoring and evaluation), develop and oversee expansion of IIPAN's technological imprint in the professional and lay populations, and work alongside development to grow IIPAN's programmatic objectives. The candidate may also serve as a mentor to graduate students at CUIMC who may be interested in global health activities. The candidate will direct operations projects with the Columbia Global Centers to advance regional nutrition operations within the region.

At CUIMC, we are leaders in teaching, research, and patient care and are proud of the service and support we provide to our community. We apply the same rigor in our commitment to fostering an inclusive, thriving community and caring for our employees and their loved ones. We offer immediate eligibility and invest in our employees' families through comprehensive , , , and .

"Subject to business needs, we may support flexible and hybrid work arrangements. Options will be discussed during the interview process"

Responsibilities

• Direct all aspects of operations, encompassing development, marketing, events, and public relations, alongside collaboration with respective departments at CUIMC.
• Assess current operational structures and devise innovative processes for implementation.
• Conceptualize and refine new workflows for implementation, while actively incorporating team member perspectives into the formulation of proposals.
• Develop and direct cross-departmental collaboration to optimize operations and policies.
• Develop and direct online and automated processes and new technology to enhance efficiency of operations.
• Provide strategic direction and informed recommendations on organizational policies, resource allocation, budgetary considerations, and daily decision-making processes.
• Spearhead comprehensive strategic planning initiatives across programs, shaping the trajectory of service delivery and operational strategies.
• Supply budgeting, financial and staffing input to the Director for the development of proposals.
• Direct executive management meetings and deliver comprehensive progress reports on project progress.
• Direct and advise staff and local team members on operational issues including those relating to grants and compliance, technology, and facility needs.
• Pioneer and manage initiatives that will enhance and advance commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Participate in Board meetings (and Committee meetings as needed) and review and provide feedback on reports to be delivered at meetings.
• Abide by all applicable professional standards of ethics and practice adhering to CUIMC policies.
• Performs related duties & responsibilities as assigned/requested.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience required; plus, five years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of experience progressively responsible for designing, implementing, and directing nonprofit operation workflows.
• A passion for the organization's mission with a demonstrated history supporting international humanitarian organizations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with the executive leadership team, community members, and donors.
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs, social media platforms, ticket purchasing systems, and project management software.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting listening to ideas from all parties.
• Ability and willingness to travel to program sites and international meetings.
• Demonstrated competence in working with diverse clients, client communities and organizations. Strong sense of customer service and the ability to follow through on projects and deliverables.
• Strong coaching, teaching, training, organizational and time management skills.
• Proven ability and willingness to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated resourcefulness and ability to take initiative in development and completion of projects.