Director, Family Enterprise Center - Chapel Hill, United States - InsideHigherEd

Description

Kenan-Flagler Bus Sch-330100

Other

04/24/2024

05/07/2024

No

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Director, Family Enterprise Center

EHRA Non-Faculty

NF0008081

Full-Time Permanent

1

40

North Carolina, US

05/20/2024

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

At UNC's Kenan-Flagler Business School, we think differently; and more importantly, we teach differently. Opening our doors as the Department of Commerce in 1919 and awarding our first degrees to 12 students in 1921 was the beginning. Today, we have become a top-ranked business school comprised of several professional and academic degree programs that serve over 3,000 students. At Kenan-Flagler, our greatest assets are our people and our culture. We are rooted in our core values of integrity, inclusion, innovation and impact, and it goes back to our founding. It's not just something on paper, we live it, we show it. Our mission is to prepare the next generation of business leaders by providing a world class education to our students. We seek to recruit diverse, innovative, and exceptional talent to achieve this goal.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

The Family Enterprise Center (FEC) at UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School was founded in 2008 in partnership with the nationally recognized Center for Entrepreneurial Studies. Business School Dean Doug Shackelford served as the Center's faculty champion. The FEC was created to address the needs of students, alumni, and families seeking educational resources and support for their family-owned firms in a service provider-free environment.

Each year since its founding, the Center has expanded its offerings to meet increased demand. The program has grown from one course offered to undergraduates in 2006 to a thriving Center that offers coursework, leadership roundtables, club activities, mentor opportunities, alumni peer groups, a digital teaching series, and an annual conference. To date, over 1,000 students from around the world have participated in the Center's coursework and programs.

The FEC has been funded through the generosity of donors, the support of the Center for Entrepreneurial Studies, and several revenue-generating programs created by the Center. In June 2019, the FEC received a major gift that will allow for sustainability and growth of programs. This gift provides an opportunity to expand the Center's team and to create additional offerings aimed at helping family firms acquire the knowledge, skills, and connections they need to achieve business, family, and personal goals.

The Director, Family Enterprise Center, will be responsible for envisioning and executing the next phase of the Center's growth, building upon the deep trust and goodwill that exists with current students and alumni.

The Director position will:
* Lead strategic direction of the Center and design the next phase of growth.
* Oversee a lifelong family business learning community characterized by confidentiality and trust.
* Create awareness about the Center with external audiences.
* Ensure that all stakeholders within KFBS and the Kenan Institute understand the value the FEC brings to the school.
* Raise visibility of the Center by representing the FEC at conferences and key industry events.
* Recruit and engage thought leaders to deliver programs and research initiatives.
* Manage the Center's Board of Advisors, co-founders, and full-time staff of the Center.

The Director reports directly to the Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, and indirectly to the Center's Board of Advisors.

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity or comparable background in independent academic or instructional activities, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. This experience may be related to the direction/oversight of programs that focus the academic and research resources of a higher education institution towards community or regional issues.

The selected candidate must have a passion for family businesses, knowledge of the family business field, and a genuine desire to work with students, alumni, and faculty. Selected candidates should also have
a drive for results with a commitment to excellence, service orientation and excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Preference will be given to candidates who possess the following qualities:
-Proven track record of success engaging multiple stakeholders and collaborating across multiple
constituencies
-Ability to build meaningful relationships and serve as a connector
-Interpersonal understanding
-Professional confidence and the ability to influence others
-Individuals who have previous experience and/or knowledge of UNC-Chapel Hill or higher education
-Experience working with a family business or consulting with family businesses

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.