Director, Programs & Events

Emory University

Director of Programs & Events at Georgia Humanities, responsible for expanding public humanities programming and educational initiatives. Oversee partnerships, grants strategy, and community engagement.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeAtlanta • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Expand the reach and impact of Georgia Humanities through public humanities programming
Design and implement programs that foster civic engagement, cultural understanding, historical literacy, and community dialogue
Cultivate and manage strategic partnerships that advance Georgia Humanities' mission and public impact
Oversee day-to-day operations for National History Day Georgia
Set strategic direction for Georgia Humanities' grantmaking
Participate in strategic planning and organizational decision-making as a member of the executive leadership team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree
Five years of higher education, events, project management or related experience
Prior work experience with faculty affairs in a higher education environment preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health and safety information not applicable
Opportunity to work from home regularly

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Hard Skills & Tools

Program DesignEvent ManagementHigher Education ExperienceCommunity Dialogue FacilitationHistorical Literacy Promotion

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationCommunicationStrategic PlanningDecision-Making

Certifications

Bachelor's Degree