Director, Project Innovations

Job Description

The People, Culture, and Belonging Division at Vanderbilt University is at the forefront of enriching employee experience, moments that matter and pioneering learning practices. We aim to transform how our community learns, thrives, and connects, nurturing a culture where innovation meets excellence, supporting our university's

noble mission goal.

Key Functions and Expected Performance:

• Guide strategic direction and leadership for the project management function within the People, Culture and Belonging Division
• Oversee the selection, prioritization, and execution of projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and priorities
• Lead the initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of more complex projects
• Define and implement project management methodologies, processes, and best practices to ensure consistent and effective project delivery
• Develop and maintains relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally, ensuring effective communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle
• Monitor project budgets, resources, and timelines, and take proactive measures to address any issues or risks that may arise
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior leadership on project status, progress, and outcomes
• Lead by example, fostering a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement within the project management team
• Champion measurable continuous improvement by optimizing people, processes, and technology, including AI, to democratize access and opportunity to learning,
  
  
  

development, and growth opportunities across the organization.

• Champion of our values: belonging, self-direction, collaboration, and growth
• Additionally, undertake any other responsibilities as needed
  
  
  

Supervisory Relationships:

This position supervises the project management team; this position reports administratively and functionally to the Chief of Staff.

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required
• PMP Certification is required
  
  
  

Experience and Skills:

• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience is required
• Experience using project management tools (e.g. Monday) is required
• Thorough knowledge of project management processes (e.g. PMP Certification) is required
• Experience managing different types of projects and knowledgeable in project management methodologies (i.e. Agile, Waterfall, Scrum, etc.) is required
• Strong technical management and understanding is required
• 7 years of project management experience is preferred