Program Head for Organizational Sustainability  

The Program Head for Organizational Sustainability is responsible for the overall leadership and management of the Organizational Sustainability (OS) Program. The position leads the planning and development of the program which includes research, capacity-building, training, and logistical/administrative directions focusing on integrating sustainability principles into university operations and external entities such as industry, academia, NGOs, and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).

The position supports the University's strategic directions towards sustainability and aligns with AIS’ goals to mobilize knowledge and innovative solutions and to mainstream integral ecology, sustainability, and resilience with institutions and communities.

I. Program Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation

• Keeps abreast of local and international trends, standards, and requirements related to organizational sustainability
• Designs, develops, and promotes projects and policies which operationalize select thematic areas of Organizational Sustainability (OS), and evaluates its effectiveness
• Establishes, implements, and evaluates the strategic direction and initiatives of the OS Program in collaboration with the Director of AIS and other program heads
• Develops projects and activities to promote sustainability education
• Provides advisory and/or capacity-building services to innovate sustainability education and other OS solutions for the University and external partners
• Designs and administers data gathering and evaluation tools (e.g, surveys, interviews, and focus groups, etc.) to gather feedback on the initiatives of the OS Program, and analyzes the data collected to derive actionable insights and recommendations for enhancing program strategies
• Generates and presents evaluation reports to track progress, assess outcomes, and provide insights for decision-making and future planning
• Leads the execution of planned research, projects, and workshops, of the OS Program, which includes monitoring the logistical and administrative requirements

II. Stakeholder Engagements and Partnerships

• Establishes connections with stakeholders involved in Organizational Sustainability, and collaborates with partners both within and outside the University
• Works with stakeholders to co-develop proactive solutions that meet present and long-term needs
• Explores various methods of engagement with different sectors to recognize and respond to the needs and gaps towards addressing OS Program priority areas
• Maintains existing OS-related partnerships and hubs
• Oversees and evaluates the overall stakeholder and partner experience, ensuring the timely communication with stakeholders, and the appropriate resolution for stakeholder requirements

III. Program Management

• Sets the direction of the OS Program and determines its operational goals in alignment with the Office goals, and Cluster mandates
• Oversees the development of policies in the program and provides inputs for the development of general office policies
• Prepares and monitors the program’s budget and expenditures and recommends cost-effective solutions for the Office
• Identifies suitable funding sources and applies for additional grants or funding opportunities when necessary
• Manages the performance of employees in the program by setting standards/targets, monitoring, and evaluating performance, and providing development opportunities
• Contributes to shaping and developing the strategic planning initiatives of the AIS, and to the University

IV. Performs all other duties as may be reasonably required of the position, in
accordance with the instructions of the Immediate Supervisor, and its duly
authorized representative

Education and Experience Requirements:
• Graduate of a Master’s degree, preferably with a PhD degree, in a relevant field (e.g.
Environmental Science, Sustainability Development, and Management)
• With a minimum of 5 years relevant work experience in project management, client partnership, and in a relevant field (e.g. Environmental Science, Sustainability Development, and Management) In exceptional cases, significant years of experience may be considered as a substitute for an advanced academic degree