ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, IE FOUNDATION – SCHOLARSHIPS IN MADRID | CAREERS AT MADRID

Overview Are you interested in joining a dynamic and international team of professionals to transform education?  IE University's IE Foundation  is looking for an  Associate Director  to join its team!    The Associate Director of Scholarships will be responsible for developing, coordinating and continuously improving the scholarship programs managed by the IE Foundation.
Its work will combine advanced operational functions, institutional relations and strategic inputs, with the aim of ensuring excellence in the experience of fellows and donors, compliance with specific requirements per program and the efficiency of internal processes.
Why IE University? With 50 years of experience and founded by and for entrepreneurs, IE University has turned business education on its head through disruptive teaching.
We count on high-level faculty who bring real-world experience into the classroom and foster a hands-on approach to learning.
Our Purpose At IE University, we foster positive change through education, research, and innovation.
As a transformative educational institution, we empower students to make their mark on the world.
We provide them with the skills, knowledge and environment needed to make a difference, and they join a supportive and international community that lasts a lifetime.
Our spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship has allowed us to drive change and constantly stay at the cutting edge of higher education.
And through diversity, we have harnessed the power of people while also understanding and embracing the importance of humanities.
Our People At IE we are.
People-driven Change Builders Autonomy Enthusiasts Communication Enthusiasts Knowledge Champions   We are looking for a person to join a full-time position in  Madrid.
Responsibilities Your role as Associate Director will involve.
Strategic and Operational Program Development.
Develop and implement complex or strategic scholarship programs, ensuring compliance with criteria established by donors and collaborating institutions.
To promote the continuous improvement of the administrative, academic and logistical processes associated with the management of scholarships.
Actively participate in the definition and implementation of new initiatives or programs with international or innovative components.
Relationship with Donors and Stakeholders.
To act as the main point of contact for certain strategic partners (corporations, governments, international foundations).
Coordinate the preparation of selection committees, impact reporting, and institutional communications related to the programs.
Represent the Foundation at events, meetings, and forums related to scholarships and educational access programs.
Innovation and Digital Transformation.
Promote the use of technological tools and artificial intelligence to improve operational efficiency, decision-making and academic follow-up of scholarship recipients.
Develop and maintain dashboards, automated flows, and data analytics related to beneficiary performance and experience.
Internal and Transversal Collaboration.
Work in coordination with the scholarship management team and with other IE University departments (Admissions, Student Services, Financial Aid, Legal, etc.).
Contribute to the strategic alignment of the IE Foundation with the institutional objectives of access, equity and social impact.
Qualifications To thrive in this role, you should have.
Academic Background.
Masters degree.
Postgraduate training in areas such as management, social innovation, project management and/or administration will be valued.
Minimum 2-4 years of experience in the management of educational programs, institutional cooperation, philanthropy, or coordination of multi-stakeholder initiatives.
Experience in relation to donors or institutional stakeholders.
Advanced management of Excel, Power BI or other data analysis and visualization tools.
Knowledge in the use of artificial intelligence tools for process optimization.
Excellent strategic writing, analysis and reporting capabilities.
Languages.
Spanish and English (oral and written).
Personal Competencies.
Strategic vision, initiative, interpersonal skills, analytical thinking and results orientation.
Ability to work in demanding, collaborative environments with a high level of autonomy.
It's time to bring your best and make your mark.
u202fNow the choice is yours!    If you want to be part of this educational revolution,\u202fwe invite you to apply and be part of our amazing team at IE University.
At IE University, we actively promote equal opportunities in recruitment processes and access to employment, always ensuring the absence of gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, ethnic origin, or disability bias throughout the entire selection process.