Department SummaryThe UCLA Anderson School of Management is among the leading business schools in the world, providing management education to approximately 2,500 full-time and professional students, and is highly regarded for its thought leadership in management through the work of various centers at Anderson.
The Executive Director of the Healthcare Innovation Center (HIC) plays a critical leadership role in shaping and executing the Center’s strategic vision, ensuring that its programs, initiatives, and partnerships advance the field of healthcare innovation. This individual will work closely with the Faculty Director and key stakeholders to establish and implement a comprehensive strategy that aligns with the institution's goals and meets the evolving needs of the healthcare sector. The Executive Director will be responsible for overseeing the development of innovative curricula, workshops, and events, while positioning the Center as a leader in healthcare innovation education and research.
The Executive Director will also focus on building and maintaining strong relationships with industry leaders, academic partners, and other key stakeholders, facilitating collaborations and securing opportunities for students, faculty, and professionals to engage with thought leaders in the field. Additionally, the Executive Director will drive fundraising efforts, securing major gifts, sponsorships, and other resources to support the Center's activities.
This role involves financial oversight, including managing the Center’s budget, staffing, and resource allocation, ensuring effective use of resources to support ongoing initiatives. The Executive Director will also work to expand the Center’s visibility and brand awareness, both on campus and within the broader healthcare community, through speaking engagements, media participation, and strategic marketing efforts. Overall, the Executive Director will be a dynamic and visionary leader, responsible for the growth and success of the Healthcare Innovation Center and its impact on healthcare education and innovation.
Position SummaryThe UCLA Anderson School of Management is among the leading business schools in the world, providing management education to approximately 2,500 full-time and professional students, and is highly regarded for its thought leadership in management through the work of various centers at Anderson. The Executive Director of the Healthcare Innovation Center (HIC) plays a critical leadership role in shaping and executing the Center’s strategic vision, ensuring that its programs, initiatives, and partnerships advance the field of healthcare innovation. This individual will work closely with the Faculty Director and key stakeholders to establish and implement a comprehensive strategy that aligns with the institution's goals and meets the evolving needs of the healthcare sector. The Executive Director will be responsible for overseeing the development of innovative curricula, workshops, and events, while positioning the Center as a leader in healthcare innovation education and research. The Executive Director will also focus on building and maintaining strong relationships with industry leaders, academic partners, and other key stakeholders, facilitating collaborations and securing opportunities for students, faculty, and professionals to engage with thought leaders in the field. Additionally, the Executive Director will drive fundraising efforts, securing major gifts, sponsorships, and other resources to support the Center's activities. This role involves financial oversight, including managing the Center’s budget, staffing, and resource allocation, ensuring effective use of resources to support ongoing initiatives. The Executive Director will also work to expand the Center’s visibility and brand awareness, both on campus and within the broader healthcare community, through speaking engagements, media participation, and strategic marketing efforts. Overall, the Executive Director will be a dynamic and visionary leader, responsible for the growth and success of the Healthcare Innovation Center and its impact on healthcare education and innovation.
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Qualifications MBA level industry experience. (Required)
Considerable work experience in an organization where people with MBAs are prevalent and the skill sets developed in an MBA Program are commonplace. (Required)
Strong understanding of MBA curricula, the particular skill sets developed in an MBA Program, and how they match to MBA- related careers. (Required)
Strong team orientation and a demonstrated ability to be flexible and work as part of a close team. (Required)
Interpersonal skills to successfully identify, recruit and train MBA students to serve as volunteers to coach classmates regarding broad and specific career development efforts. (Required)
Ability to think strategically at the intersection of healthcare and leadership and to develop related initiatives which ensure the Center’s overall vision and strategy are achieved. (Required)
Strong ability to organize efforts and ensure desired impact is achieved. (Required)
Demonstrated sales ability to effectively and enthusiastically represent and sell UCLA Anderson to a wide array of top-level corporations and organizations. (Required)
Comfort and skill in communicating with senior executives and alumni. Demonstrated relationship building skills, both within an organization and in dealing with external constituents. (Required)
Strong interest in business and knowledge of current business trends. (Required)
Demonstrated counseling abilities and an academic background appropriate for MBA counseling work. (Required)
Ability to assist people in transferring current skills to new career opportunities. (Required)
Ability to empathize with and counsel students and executives seeking to change careers. (Required)
Demonstrated creativity and entrepreneurial drive to develop new initiatives. (Required)
Interpersonal ability to work effectively, efficiently, and creatively in an environment where desired resources are sometimes unavailable. (Required)
Strong presentation skills to deliver workshops and presentations. (Required)
Ability to manage and lead multiple complex projects simultaneously. (Required)
Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal AffiliationsBachelor's Degree Bachelor's degree required. (Required)
Master's Degree Masters degree preferred; preferably an MBA. (Preferred)
Special Conditions for EmploymentBackground Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.
ScheduleStandard hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Union/Policy Covered99-Policy Covered
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