Director of Research and Practice, Center for Peace Tech and Entrepreneurship
2 days ago
At the Commonwealth of Virginia, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Research and Practice to lead the Center for Peace Tech and Entrepreneurship. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of innovative peacebuilding and entrepreneurship initiatives that promote sustainable peace and social cohesion.
About the CenterThe Center for Peace Tech and Entrepreneurship is a leading hub for peace, technology, and entrepreneurship. Our mission is to foster sustainable peace in conflict-prone and affected communities through incentivizing entrepreneurship, innovation, and strategic use of technology.
About the PositionThe Director of Research and Practice will play a pivotal role in advancing the mission of the Center. This individual will lead and oversee all aspects of the Center's peace practice activities, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and values. The successful candidate will have a strong background in leadership, subject matter expertise, and strategic thinking.
Responsibilities- Directs Center Activities Related to Peace Practice: Leads and oversees all aspects of the Center's peace practice activities, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and values.
- Directs Center Activities Related to Research: Provides leadership in advancing the scholarly mission of the Center, including research, publications, and knowledge dissemination.
- Assists Director, Tech, Law and Policy (TLP) with Initiatives Concerning International Policy: Works closely with the TLP Director to support initiatives related to international policy, peacebuilding, and entrepreneurship.
- Develops, Manages, and Measures KPIs and Budget: Develops key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress towards organizational goals and objectives.
- Manages Center Team: Provides leadership and direction to the Center's team, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
The successful candidate will possess a combination of academic qualifications, professional experience, and personal attributes that align with the responsibilities and objectives of the role. A strong foundation in leadership, subject matter expertise, and strategic thinking is essential for success in this position.
- Leadership Experience: Demonstrated track record of leadership in relevant fields such as peace practice and scholarly research in an international context.
- Subject Matter Expertise: A deep understanding of peacebuilding and entrepreneurship is essential, either through academic qualifications, professional experience, or a combination of both.
- Scholarly Achievements: Strong academic background with advanced degrees in fields such as international relations, peace studies, or related disciplines.
- Budget Management and Financial Acumen: Proven track record of managing budgets and achieving financial objectives in previous leadership roles.
- Collaborative Approach: The Director of Practice and Scholarship must be able to work collaboratively with colleagues, stakeholders, and partners to achieve shared objectives.
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are crucial for effectively engaging with diverse stakeholders.
- Strategic Thinking and Problem-Solving Abilities: The role requires strategic thinking and the ability to develop and execute plans to achieve organizational goals.
A Ph.D. is preferred, particularly for individuals expected to contribute significantly to scholarly research and knowledge dissemination efforts. Extensive experience in international conflict resolution with extensive field experience is also highly preferred.
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