Vice President for Academic Affairs and Academic Dean

RTI International (RTI) is an independent, nonprofit research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Our vision is to address the world's most critical problems with science-based solutions in pursuit of a better future. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach—one that integrates expertise across the social and laboratory sciences, engineering, and international development. Our staff of nearly 6,000 works in more than 75 countries—tackling hundreds of projects each year to address complex social and scientific challenges on behalf of governments, businesses, foundations, universities, and other clients and partners.The Vice President of Business Development Strategy and Growth (VP BDSG) is a strategic and visionary leader responsible for establishing and driving the International Development Group (IDG) business development growth strategy. The VP BDSG will lead the development and execution of IDG’s growth strategies, including overseeing client engagement, pipeline development and management, competitor analysis, and capture and proposal processes to ensure standards of excellence and success in achieving growth targets.This new role reports to the Executive Vice President (EVP) for IDG and closely collaborates with IDG division VPs (DVPs), Finance, and other senior leaders across IDG and RTI to ensure alignment and coordination between divisional strategies and the overall growth strategy. The VP is a member of the IDG Executive Team, the senior-most leadership team in IDG.This position will be based in Washington, DC, or the Research Triangle Park, North Carolina (RTI headquarters). Telecommuting from other locations will be considered on a case-by-case basis. The position will be expected to travel up to 30% of the time. Candidates must be authorized to work in the US.Responsibilities Strategy and GrowthLead business planning to position IDG for strategic growth in the short- and long-term, including : In close collaboration with IDG / Finance, establish and refine processes that capture market trend data and competitive intelligence to ensure that IDG effectively identifies and responds to market trends, competitive dynamics, and client needs.Oversee IDG client engagement strategy, connected to division client engagement.Set growth targets, including : Collaborate with IDG Finance and DVPs to recommend award targets and communicate a clear path for achieving IDG’s awards targets on a fiscal year as well as a multi-year basis.Manage and chair IDG’s standing BD and opportunity review meeting.Drive IDG pipeline development and provide oversight and support to team members responsible for opportunity management.Optimize the IDG opportunity pipeline to focus on the most strategic and attainable opportunities.Lead a team that identifies, prioritizes, and resources opportunities by : Identifying and assessing high-potential business opportunities, collaborating with divisions to prioritize them within the overall portfolio of go / no-go decisions during capture and proposal reviews.Capture and proposal process refinement and quality oversight of business development and proposal management staff, ensuring adherence to industry and RTI standards and best practices.Lead and manage IDG’s business development team of approximately 35 staff, including business development and proposal management and operations staff.Lead BD talent planning, including recruitment, development, and retention strategies.Identify opportunities to improve organizational structure and design to maximize impact.Establish and maintain strategic relationships with other teams in the BD ecosystem.Serve on the IDG Executive Team, responsible for the success of the business.Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, international development, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.20 years of professional experience, with 15 years in business development, extensive USAID experience preferred.Firsthand experience in all aspects of the business development lifecycle.Deep understanding of international development, particularly the USAID market.Excellent client and competitor networks.Experience effectively working and managing a team in a matrixed environment.Excellent communication, negotiation, influencing, and decision-making skills.Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret market data and financial information.Ability to travel as needed, approximately 30%.Strategic Thinking : Ability to anticipate market trends and develop actionable strategies.Leadership : Proven ability to lead and motivate teams.Collaboration : Proven ability to collaborate effectively with other senior leaders.Decision-Making : Demonstrated experience making high-stakes decisions.Communication : Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Results-Driven : A focus on achieving measurable business results.#J-18808-Ljbffr