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To be successful in this role, you will bring:
- Bachelor’s degree and ten years of relevant experience in administrative and financial management, or combination of education and relevant experience.
- Demonstrated strategic leadership, planning and change management skills.
- Ability to demonstrate a high level of diplomacy in persuading and influencing a wide variety of people at various levels to achieve results.
- Excellent strategic planning skills.
- Excellent communication skills. Able to influence people, solve problems, trouble shoot, think creatively and resolve conflicts.
- Advanced financial expertise in accounting, budget planning, and financial forecasting.
- Advanced expertise in grants and contract administration.
- Exceptional negotiation and effective interpersonal skills negotiation and political acumen skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Expert analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong knowledge of industry standards, trends and/or regulatory requirements.
- Subject matter expertise for area(s) of responsibility.
- Advanced expertise in business and management computer applications and databases.
- Broad understanding of information technology hardware and software infrastructure.
- Ability to multi-task and manage deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to cultivate strong collaborative relationships with faculty and able to anticipate faculty needs.
Why Stanford is for You
Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:
- Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a film screening or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
- A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
- A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
- Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
- Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more
Other duties may also be assigned, not all unique aspects of this job are covered by this job posting. A full job description will be shared during the interview process.
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law