Executive Director, Education Initiatives - School of Science & Technology

About the role

The Executive Director of Education Initiatives is responsible for the design and scaling of industry-integrated educational initiatives across IE School of Science & Technology. The role bridges academia and industry by developing innovative learning experiences that connect students, faculty, and corporate partners through applied education.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of industry-connected educational initiatives that enhance student employability and learning outcomes.
• Develop and manage executive education initiatives tailored to the needs of companies and professionals.
• Support curriculum innovation by integrating experiential learning opportunities into academic programs.
• Identify emerging trends in higher education and industry to propose new educational formats and learning experiences.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with employers, industry leaders, and delivery partners.
• Coordinate corporate participation in academic activities, including guest lectures, company projects, mentoring, innovation challenges, and networking events.
• Oversee the end-to-end delivery of education initiatives, ensuring quality, efficiency, and alignment with institutional objectives.
• Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation for multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Cross-functional teams including faculty, operations, marketing, admissions, careers, and external partners.
• Establish performance indicators, monitor outcomes, and prepare reports to evaluate program effectiveness and impact.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful program delivery.
• Lead the design and delivery of high-impact experiential learning activities, including Hackathons, Innovation Challenges, Corporate Immersion Experiences, Executive Workshops, Industry Events and Conferences, and Applied Learning Projects in collaboration with partner organizations.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Education, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of five years of experience in higher education, executive education, or learning and development.
• Proven experience managing complex educational programs or cross-functional projects.
• Demonstrated success in developing and managing strategic partnerships with corporate organizations.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in corporate learning or executive education.
• Knowledge of experiential and project-based learning methodologies.
• Experience working with international organizations or global education environments.
• Understanding of employer engagement and talent development initiatives.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and execution.
• Project and program management.
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
• Budget planning and financial oversight.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Collaboration and influence across diverse teams.
• Problem-solving and decision-making.
• Innovation mindset and continuous improvement orientation.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and international team of professionals.
• Chances to transform education and drive positive change through education.
• Working at IE University, a leader in education and personal transformation.
• Access to a supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position based in Madrid - IE Tower.