Senior Higher Education Strategy Consultant

3 days ago

Albany, New York, United States GD Resources Full time $60,000 - $180,000 per year

"Join GD Resources for dynamic opportunities in business management and IT, where innovation meets excellence."
 
About the Company:
GD Resources is a Veteran Women-Owned Business Management and Information Technology company committed to excellence. GD Resources provides dynamic opportunities for veterans and professionals alike to contribute to innovative projects and drive success in a collaborative and supportive environment. Join us to make a difference, advance your career, and grow with a company that values integrity, diversity, and continuous improvement.
 
Job Title: Senior Higher Education Strategy Consultant
Industry: Higher Education Consulting
Location: Remote (Prefers candidate from New York)
Rate: Based on experience
Duration: 2–3 months (approx. 150–180 hours).
 
Position Overview
We are seeking a Senior Higher Education Strategy Consultant to lead institutional strategy design, operational planning, and governance optimization. This role requires deep expertise in academic and administrative transformation, financial sustainability, and system-wide planning. The consultant will work closely with leadership to assess current capabilities, identify opportunities, and deliver actionable outputs. Key deliverables include strategic planning frameworks, executive dashboards, governance and accountability models, and a transformation roadmap to guide implementation.
 
Responsibilities
  • Lead strategy assessments across academic, administrative, and financial areas.
  • Facilitate workshops with senior leadership to define priorities and roadmaps.
  • Develop frameworks for governance, accountability, and performance monitoring.
  • Provide thought leadership on higher education trends and emerging practices.
  • Translate strategic objectives into measurable outcomes.
  • Guide leadership in implementing organizational change initiatives.
 
Qualifications
  • 15+ years of experience in higher education strategy, consulting, or senior administration.
  • Proven track record in institutional transformation and system-wide planning.
  • Strong financial and operational planning skills.
  • Excellent facilitation, communication, and executive advisory capabilities.
 
GDR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. We are committed to equal opportunity in all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, compensation, and benefits.

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