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POSITION SPECIFICS
About Penn State Executive Programs
Penn State Executive & Professional Programs delivers non-degree custom and open-enrollment professional development for working professionals and organizations. We combine university expertise, practical application, strong client partnership, and a high-quality learner experience to help individuals and organizations achieve learning goals.
Position Summary
The Director of Portfolio Development & Innovation will be a key partner to the Managing Director, helping translate departmental strategy into coordinated actions and measurable results. The role requires business acumen, learning strategy, project management, and collaboration skills to advance strategic priorities, strengthen portfolio performance, and drive continuous improvement across custom and open-enrollment programs.
Additionally, the Director will contribute to client discovery and solution development, program and portfolio quality, and the effective use of technology and AI to improve business processes and learner experiences.
This opportunity is well suited for an emerging or experienced leader with a background in professional or executive education, corporate learning, consulting, client services, or a related field who is excited to help grow and strengthen a professional education business within a highly regarded business school. Business acumen, professional presence, initiative, and the ability to turn strategy into action are essential.
For full consideration, please submit your resume/CV and a cover letter.
Key responsibilities
Strategy Execution & Portfolio Performance
Working with the Managing Director, develop plans to transition strategic priorities into actionable plans, milestones, and review cycles that support disciplined execution and portfolio performance.
Establish and maintain portfolio-level quality and performance standards that strengthen learner outcomes, program relevance, and competitive positioning.
Monitor portfolio performance and market information to identify opportunities to improve, expand, reposition, or discontinue programs, working with portfolio leaders to inform decisions.
Partner with marketing to align portfolio priorities, positioning, messaging, and campaigns with program and business objectives.
Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting that provide visibility into strategic progress, portfolio performance, and areas requiring attention.
Supervise assigned team members, providing clear priorities, guidance, and accountability in support of departmental goals.
Innovation, AI & Technology Enablement
Identify and advance technology-enabled improvements that strengthen operational efficiency, learner experience, and business performance.
Coordinate the effective use of key business platforms, including LMS, CRM, and data and analytics systems, working with internal partners and vendors as appropriate.
Advance practical uses of AI that improve productivity, personalization, decision-making, and business processes while supporting responsible use.
Support strong data practices that improve data quality, reporting, and data-informed decision-making.
Program & Portfolio Management
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