Executive Director, Becker Friedman Institute Economics

Position: Executive Director, Becker Friedman Institute for Economics
Location: Northern

## Executive Director, Becker Friedman Institute for Economics Apply:
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Chicago, IL:
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** Department
* * BFI - Administration
** About the Department
** The Becker Friedman Institute for Economics (BFI) serves as a hub for cutting-edge analysis and research across the entire University of Chicago economics community, uniting researchers from the Booth School of Business, the Kenneth

C. Griffin Department of Economics, the Harris School of Public Policy, and the Law School in an unparalleled effort to uncover new ways of thinking about economics. We put those ideas into action by translating rigorous research into accessible and relevant formats, and proactively disseminating it to key decision-makers around the world.
** Job Summary
** The Executive Director position is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing and directing the overall operations and strategic initiatives of the Becker Friedman Institute, encompassing multiple faculty-led research initiatives and programs. This role is highly focused on setting and implementing goals for the Institute, identifying growth opportunities, and overseeing the Institute's internal operations and external engagement encompassing finance, human resources, operations, communications, events, and academic programs.

The optimal candidate will exhibit a proven record in program management, partnership development, policy engagement, global engagement, and staff management to promote operational excellence. This role will offer a chance to collaborate directly with a network of prominent academics and policy makers, contributing the advancement of economics research across the University of Chicago economics community.
** Responsibilities
* ** Works with BFI faculty leadership to develop and execute a strategy for advancing BFI’s two core objectives: (1) investing in and supporting faculty research; and (2) communicating research findings to the broader marketplace of ideas in media and policy.
* Responsible for the successful functioning of all BFI programs, including research, outreach, events and conferences, the BFI visitor program, pre- and post-doctoral fellowship programs.
* Recruits, leads and inspires a team of professionals across multiple skillsets, from grants, HR, and finance to events and communications, who successfully advance BFI’s mission.
* Provides strategic direction, overseeing the effective implementation of new initiatives through comprehensive management and guidance.
* Works with BFI staff to develop new programs and tools to highlight and advance the research outputs of the Chicago economics community, BFI research initiatives, and BFI programs.
* Takes a leadership role in liaising with donors and potential development partners, representing the Institute's strategic and philanthropic objectives.
* Acts as the chief ambassador of BFI to University leadership, fostering collaborative relationships and effectively communicating the Institute's mission and initiatives.
* Serves as a liaison to academic, research, and administrative units within the division and of the University.
* Oversees day-to-day operations of BFI, including all departments, initiatives, and programs, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in all aspects of the Institute and compliance with applicable University policies in HR and finance.
* Works with associate directors and senior managers to continuously identify and execute policies and systems for effective operations of the Institute.
* Manages employees through subordinates, usually other managers. Establishes performance goals, allocates resources and assesses policies for direct subordinates.
* Working with the faculty and staff leadership, leads stakeholder engagement efforts for BFI, ensuring effective communication and collaboration with diverse stakeholders, including academia, industry leaders, community organizations, and government bodies, to strengthen relationships and support the institute's objectives.
* Builds and maintains positive relationships with key stakeholders, including the BFI Advisory Council, staff, partners, and donors. Represents the organization at public events and fosters a positive public image.
* Establishes and nurtures relationships with key partners in governments, non-profits, foundations, multilateral aid agencies, and the private sector, fostering collaborative initiatives and advancing the institute's mission and goal.
* Working with faculty leadership and…