We are seeking a Senior Strategist to enhance the educational experience for our students and stakeholders. This role leads strategic initiatives aimed at improving existing solutions and processes, fostering collaboration across teams, and driving continuous improvement in our program offerings.
Requirements
- In-depth understanding of higher education industry trends, challenges, and opportunities
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent leadership and team management skills
- Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation
- Advanced project management skills, including planning, execution, and evaluation
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships across departments and with external partners
- Familiarity with change management principles and methodologies
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Understanding of accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices related to program development and institutional compliance
- Proven ability to design and assess curriculum effectiveness, learning outcomes, and student engagement strategies, particularly within a Competency-based Education model
- Proficiency in data analysis and use of relevant software tools
- Strong project management skills and experience managing complex projects from initiation to completion
- Knowledge of adult learning theories and principles, including instructional design methodologies tailored to adult learners in diverse academic settings
- Ability to collaborate effectively with academic departments, faculty members, subject matter experts, and instructional designers to develop and deliver high-quality educational programs
- Strong project management skills, including the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams, manage project timelines, and ensure alignment with departmental goals and objectives
- Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation to inform program development decisions, assess program efficacy, and identify areas for continuous improvement
- Clear and concise communication skills, with the ability to articulate program objectives, outcomes, and value propositions to internal and external stakeholders
- Willingness to explore innovative approaches to program development, incorporate emerging technologies, and adapt to evolving trends and student needs in higher education
Benefits
- bonuses
- medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare
- health savings account and flexible spending account
- basic and voluntary life insurance
- disability coverage
- accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages
- legal and identity theft coverage
- retirement savings plan
- wellbeing program
- discounted WGU tuition
- flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual
- flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual
- 11 paid holidays
- other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave