Philanthropy: Faculty of Practice and Director

The Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs at The University of Texas at Austin seeks a Director of Philanthropy within the RGK Center for Philanthropy and Community Service. This position will include teaching responsibilities in a faculty of practice title.

The LBJ School seeks a dynamic leader to advance the RGK Center's mission of fostering research and education in philanthropy. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in this area and a commitment to building a vibrant and diverse global civil society.

About the LBJ School of Public Affairs

One of the nation's top ten programs in public affairs, the LBJ School is dedicated to training leaders in public policy and administration. The LBJ School offers a range of degree programs, including Master of Public Affairs, Master of Global Policy Studies, Bachelor of Public Affairs, and PhD in Public Policy. Our mission is to develop innovative solutions to complex societal challenges through rigorous academic training and practical experience.

About the RGK Center for Philanthropy and Community Service

The RGK Center, housed within the LBJ School, is a hub for research and education in nonprofit management, philanthropy, and social entrepreneurship. The Center provides a collaborative space for students and community members to build a vibrant and diverse global civil society. Through its student-centered, data-driven, and community-based initiatives, the RGK Center equips leaders to achieve significant social impact.

Director Responsibilities

The Director of Philanthropy will lead efforts to provide select technical assistance, policy advice and related support to strategically targeted philanthropies in Texas, the nation, or international contexts. To develop effective external initiatives, the Director is expected to undertake a needs-assessments of priority philanthropies. The Director will then develop a few targeted workshops, symposia, or trainings each year.

The Director will also collaborate with LBJ School internship coordinators to place students in positions at philanthropies. Finally, the Director will collaborate with the LBJ Dean to identify development and other external opportunities for growth.

The RGK Center will support this role with communications and event planning staff as well as funding for student internships with philanthropies.

Teaching Responsibilities

As a faculty member of practice, the Director will teach philanthropy management and leadership courses to both degree-seeking students as well as midcareer executive education students at The University of Texas at Austin. While the focus of the courses may vary, relevant course topics include:

• Managing the Creation and Evolution of Philanthropic Boards
• Financial and Legal Management of Philanthropies
• Organizational Strategies for Selecting & Overseeing Grants
• Evaluating & Measuring Impact for Philanthropies
• Strategies for Providing Technical Assistance to Grantees
• Innovative Uses Data and Technology in Philanthropies
• Leading Change: Strategic Planning within Philanthropies

While teaching responsibilities will be assigned based on the qualifications of the Director and the needs of the school, candidates can expect to teach approximately four courses per year. This teaching role is expected to occupy approximately 70% of time associated with this position.

A master's degree is required. Record of teaching excellence at the college-level is also preferred.

Interested candidates can submit the following items via Interfolio:

• Resume/CV.
• Letter of Interest. In your letter, please identify the courses and topics you are qualified to teach as well as which specific non-profit sectors in which you have experience.
• 3 confidential letters of recommendation to address your teaching and leadership qualifications.

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.