Northwestern University

Position Title/Short Description

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Northwestern University invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for the position of dean of the School of Education and Social Policy (SESP).

The University seeks a new dean to provide courageous, collaborative, and visionary leadership to further advance the school and to marshal the resources necessary to support the school's goals. Reporting to the provost, the dean is the chief executive and academic officer of the school, joining with faculty and staff in overseeing academic programs and policies; fostering a vibrant, equitable, and inclusive community that generates a passion for the school's mission; developing and stewarding the school's financial, capital, and human resources; and playing a leadership role in fundraising and external relations.

Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the leadership profile, found at www.wittkieffer.com. (https://www.wittkieffer.com/position/23625-dean-school-of-education-and-social-policy/)

WittKieffer is assisting Northwestern University in this search. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by October 15.

Application materials should be submitted using WittKieffer’s candidate portal https://candidateportal.wittkieffer.com/description?jobID=23625

Nominations and inquiries can be directed to:
Robin Mamlet, Alejandra Gillette-Teran and Cathryn Davis
NorthwesternSESP@wittkieffer.com

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.