Director of Campus Culture Change

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Oversee intricate, large-scale initiatives aimed at transforming campus climate from assessment to execution.

• Act as the main strategic partner for CDI clients, managing the consulting relationship throughout the entire project lifecycle.

• Formulate and modify change and cultural strategies that align with each partner's transformation goals, current campus culture, and preparedness.

• Support campus leaders in conducting impact analyses, readiness evaluations, and stakeholder mapping to create the foundation for lasting change.

• Maintain the client relationship from the initial contact through delivery and transition, collaborating closely with the client team at every stage.

• Create partner-facing communication strategies that illustrate the rationale for change and keep stakeholders informed and aligned throughout the process.

• Enhance and refine the consulting model by developing new methodological tools and frameworks, utilizing a data-informed review process that grounds our work in research, sharpens it through field experience, and enriches it with client feedback.

• Review the substantive content of consulting projects across the team to ensure methodological rigor and coherence in every engagement.

• Conduct and oversee qualitative research, develop case studies, and review methods and projects.

• Collaborate with the Impact team to evaluate the effectiveness of consulting efforts, interpret data, and adjust strategies based on findings.

• Coordinate among CDI teams to ensure alignment and progress on complex, multi-workstream projects.

• Contribute to the Leadership Institute as a thought partner by informing the curriculum, providing team coaching, and linking partner work to CDI's broader culture change frameworks.

⛳️ Requirements

• 6+ Years of Experience in Organizational Change Management: A proven history of leading and executing large-scale organizational change initiatives focused on culture, climate, or similar areas.

• Strong Project Management Skills: Capable of managing multiple, organization-wide projects concurrently while delivering exceptional outcomes.

• Advanced Strategic Thinking: Skilled in navigating complex organizational challenges, crafting integrated solutions, and providing clear, actionable insights.

• Exceptional Communication and Facilitation Skills: Proficient in engaging diverse stakeholders, including C-suite executives, and leading constructive discussions and training sessions.

• Leadership and Relationship-Building Abilities: Proven ability to inspire and direct teams, build trust, and align efforts across organizations.

• Tech Fluency: Comfortable with learning and utilizing digital tools, such as project management platforms, collaboration software, and emerging technologies.

• Advanced Degree: MS, MBA, PhD, or equivalent.

🏝️ Benefits

• Unlimited PTO

• 13 company holidays

• Remote Work Support — up to $500 reimbursed for home office equipment (such as desks, chairs, or webcams) and up to $50/month reimbursed for home internet or cell phone expenses

• Employer-supported health, vision, and dental plans

• Subsidized parental leave

• 3% 401k match

• Short- and long-term disability insurance

• Life and AD&D insurance

• $1,000 annual professional development budget