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Executive Director

Job Number: 24593
Functional Area: Administration
Department: Media Lab
School Area: Architecture & Planning

Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Category: Exempt
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Schedule:

Posting Description

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, Media Lab, is a newly created leadership position within the MIT Media Lab, responsible for driving the Lab’s development, fundraising, and communications efforts, articulating the Lab’s vision, and formulating Lab strategy. Will play a critical role in amplifying and solidifying the Lab’s position as a global leader in innovation, collaborating closely with the Faculty Director of the Media Lab and serving as a member of the Lab’s Executive Committee; articulate the Media Lab’s vision, impact, and funding needs, and formulate Lab strategy, based on close collaboration with the Faculty Director, faculty, and other members of the Media Lab community; oversee the development and execution of comprehensive communications strategies and narratives that effectively tell the story of the Media Lab, its vision and priorities, and impact in the world.

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Job Requirements

REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree; minimum of ten years of related work experience; demonstrated success in strategic planning, building capacity, and increasing revenue; ability to translate complex science and technology to diverse audiences; proven track record of successful, collaborative fundraising; supervisory experience; ability to motivate and inspire staff, and demonstrated managerial excellence; excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to engage and inspire donors; ability to interact effectively with diverse groups of faculty and other constituencies; proficiency with a variety of CRM systems; ability to handle confidential information with discretion; and significant in-person presence at the Media Lab. PREFERRED: Advanced degree; experience in higher education; experience in entrepreneurship and the technology sector; and broad and in-depth knowledge of resource development best practices and trends. Job #24593-14

Please include a cover letter, no more than 2 pages in length, with your application. Priority will be given to applications received by December 15, 2024.

This is a 3 year appointment with possibility to extend.

11/14/2024