Director, Holocaust Educational Foundation [Northwestern University, Evanston, IL]

Description

Northwestern University invites applications for the position of Director of the Holocaust Educational Foundation, to begin September 1, 2016.  The Holocaust Educational Foundation of Northwestern University (HEF of NU) supports university-level education and research focused on the Holocaust of European Jewry. The Director will have operational responsibility for fiscal management and the development and expansion of programs that support the Foundation’s mission. He or she will oversee the operation of ongoing HEF of NU programming, including the biennial Lessons and Legacies Conference, the annual Summer Institute on the Holocaust and Jewish Civilization, and research and teaching grant competitions. The Director will partner with other departments and units within Northwestern, as well as other institutions, to plan events on and off campus, communicate with HEF of NU’s scholarly network, and fundraise.

This is an administrative position with a potential courtesy appointment at a lecturer rank in an appropriate department and includes the opportunity to teach one class per academic year.  Requirements include a PhD in a relevant field and administrative experience.  Prior experience in a non-profit or foundation is welcomed.

Applications will be accepted online only. Application materials include a cover letter, CV, and the names and e-mail addresses of three (3) references, whom we will contact for letters of recommendation. The search committee will begin reviewing applications on March 1, 2016, and the search will remain open until an offer is accepted. Inquiries about the search may be sent to hef@northwestern.edu. Visit hef.northwestern.edu for more information and application instructions.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.