Job Abstract

Located in a historic neighborhood in the nation's capital, Georgetown offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, exciting ways to take advantage of Washington, D.C., and a commitment to social justice. Our community is a tight knit group of remarkable individuals interested in intellectual inquiry and making a difference in the world.

Requirements

The role, based in Doha, involves providing leadership to the Office of Student Development at Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q), overseeing the delivery of co-curricular programs, and collaborating with various stakeholders to support student development and align initiatives with student life goals.

Key Accountabilities

• Provide leadership to the Office of Student Development to enhance the overall student experience and increase student success. 

• Provide strategic direction to ensure effective delivery of high-quality, effective co-curricular programming, events, and activities that promote student engagement, leadership development, cultural enrichment, mental health, and personal growth. 

• Collaborate with the office of faculty & academic affairs, administrative units, faculty, student organizations, and external stakeholders to support student development and ensure alignment with student life initiatives. 

Key Activities

• Oversee the delivery of a coherent set of co-curricular programs, services, and support including, but not limited, to: health and wellness, service learning, student clubs and organizations, student activities, code of student conduct , immigration and housing.

• Guide the development and implementation of assessment strategies to evaluate the effectiveness of student life programs and services to enhance the student experience.  

• Coordinate with Qatar Foundation and other partner universities on specific student-related issues, policies, programs, and initiatives.

• Encourage and champion initiatives aimed at fostering platforms that actively involve the student community, enabling them to express themselves through various mediums and channels.

• Coordinate student-related policies,  and procedures, and best practices with the Georgetown University DC Campus.

• Foster a culture of diversity and inclusion through programming, training, and advocacy, ensuring that the campus environment is welcoming and supportive of students from diverse backgrounds.

• Conceptualize and supervise student-centered trips (e.g., service-learning trips) and develop a strategy for these trips in coordination with the University’s vision and mission.

• Serve as a conduit between the student body and the university administration.

• Oversee student disciplinary matters, and in coordination with the GU-Q Dean and the DC Campus, enforce sanctions on students found in violation of University policy.

• Oversee periodic assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of student life programs and  services within the unit. 

• Manage and oversee the work of direct reports, including setting and reviewing performance goals as well as identifying training and development needs.

• Liaise with Human Resources to manage recruitment, hiring, onboarding and off-boarding of staff.

• Teach courses from time-to-time where appropriate.

• Other similar duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong understanding of student development theory and best practices in supporting student success.

• Understanding of both curricular and co-curricular programming.

• Proven ability to interact and influence at the most senior levels of an organization and to work collaboratively across departments, levels, and functions toward shared objectives.

• Demonstrated ability to put things in a larger context and exercise high levels of discretion and sound judgment.

• Outstanding interpersonal and consensus-building skills and ability to work with diverse individuals across various cultural and institutional environments.

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of student life.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in higher education administration, counseling, student affairs, or a related field. 

• Ph.D. in higher education administration, humanities or social sciences is a plus.

Experience

• 7+ years of relevant work experience (9+ for Associate).

• At least 5 years of experience in managing a team(s) of professionals.

• Previous experience in a senior leadership role within a higher education setting, preferably in student affairs.

• Experience in working with university academic and administrative departments, and developing and implementing academic policies and procedures.

Expatriate Benefits
GU-Q’s expatriate benefits package is highly competitive and includes fully-furnished housing, a monthly transportation and home leave travel allowance, health insurance (worldwide coverage), generous private school tuition support for accompanying children, and other benefits.

Relocation Support
Moving to a new country can be a significant endeavor and GU-Q is committed to providing comprehensive relocation support. From assistance with visa processing, housing arrangements, and transportation logistics, to campus orientation and settling-in support, GU-Q will aim to ensure a smooth transition for new employees and their families.

About Qatar
Qatar has become a hub for regional and global networks in international diplomacy, energy, finance, economics, media, and sports. A modern, thriving country in the heart of the Middle East with an ambitious development vision, it offers a high standard of living, with excellent facilities, modern infrastructure, and a mix of local and cosmopolitan culture. Its central location also makes it the ideal location for exploring Asian, African, and European destinations. More information can be found here.

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EEO Statement:

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Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.