Restructuring & Turnaround Consulting Director
Huron
Director, Post-Accelerator Strategy
Braven
full-time
Posted on:
Location: Illinois • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $87,200 - $126,400 per year
Job Level
Lead
About the role
- Set vision & direction for the Post-Accelerator programming strategy: develop and continuously reevaluate strategy based on data and research to achieve strong first opportunity outcomes goals and engage in rigorous analysis and collaboration processes to align decision-making with Head of Design and CPO
- Manage pilot initiatives: design and oversee strategic pilot initiatives, collaborate with Research Team to develop learning objectives and evaluate outcomes, directly manage pilot execution, coordinate cross-functional efforts, timelines, and resources, socialize learnings and lead processes to decide which interventions to invest in or sunset
- Lateral Leadership & Collaboration: direct and guide cross-functional teams, manage laterally, develop and lead learning and development initiatives to upskill teammates, ensure central and regional team alignment on Post-Accelerator strategy, lead org-wide change management efforts, prepare to take on direct management responsibilities as organization evolves
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 8+ years of professional experience, including leadership in learning design, program strategy, and cross-functional initiatives in education, workforce development, or related fields
- Proven experience in designing and implementing strategic initiatives, particularly in education, workforce development, or similar fields
- Ability to align cross-functional teams toward common goals and adapt strategies based on data and insights
- Expertise in designing and managing complex, scalable programs that involve multiple stakeholders
- Experience conducting pilots, leveraging data for decision-making, and refining interventions to maximize impact
- Strong research and analytical skills, including experience using qualitative and quantitative data to inform strategies and evaluate outcomes
- Ability to synthesize findings into actionable insights and effectively communicate them to diverse audiences
- Demonstrated success in influencing and motivating cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, and building strong partnerships across stakeholders
- Proven ability to design and facilitate learning and development initiatives that build team capacity
- Deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by underrepresented college students transitioning into the workforce
- Familiarity with systems and practices in higher education, employer engagement, and talent development
- Proficiency in managing multiple complex projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines, and ensuring deliverables align with organizational goals
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience leading change management efforts within dynamic environments
- Exemplar of Braven’s core values
- Authorized to work in the U.S.
- Braven doesn’t offer employment visa sponsorship
