director of student financial services

University of Wisconsin-River Falls

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</h2><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Position Title:
</h2>Director of TRIO Student Support Services
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Category:
</h2>Academic Staff
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Employment Type:
</h2>Regular
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Profile:
</h2>Administrative Manager
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Duties:
</h2>POSITION SUMMARY:
UW-River Falls seeks an Administrative Manager position with the working title: Director of TRIO Student Support Services. This position reports to the Director of Student Success.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, directing a federal grant program and overseeing the comprehensive provision of services to eligible student participants. These services encompass advising, counseling, tutoring, leadership development, and various educational experiences, all aimed at enhancing student retention through graduation. This role involves supervising staff and student employees, managing program data, preparing the annual report, and administering the annual budget in strict adherence to federal grant guidelines and both University of Wisconsin-River Falls and Universities of Wisconsin System policies and procedures.
Due to the grant funding contingency, this academic staff appointment will be reviewed annually for renewal.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Administer the TRIO SSS program
<ul><li>Exercise supervisory authority, including hiring, training, supervising, evaluating conduct and performance, discharging, assigning, rewarding, disciplining, and/or approving hours worked of at least 2.0 FTE or equivalent employees.
</li><li>Schedule logistics and secure resources for program activities to ensure optimum efficiency and compliance with appropriate policies, procedures, and specifications.
</li><li>Develop and monitor program budget and approve program expenditures.
</li><li>Implement and revise SSS policies and procedures including recruiting and selecting students, programs and services, administrative procedures, budget, and evaluation.
</li><li>Identify workflow needs, contribute to the development of strategic and operational solutions, allocate resources, and implement new or revised operational policies and procedures
</li><li>Represent the program to university leadership, Department of Education (ED) and other outside agencies, university and wider UW System community
</li><li>Prepare and submit an Annual Performance Report to ED.
</li><li>Lead the development and preparation of periodic reports and financial statements, and records progress, status, or other special reports for leadership or external agencies.
</li><li>Contribute to the preparation of proposals for funding and/or funding continuation from outside sponsors.
</li><li>Serve on relevant committees, and in meetings and communications with faculty and staff.
</li><li>Collaborate with UWRF&rsquo;s Upward Bound, Falcon Links, and Aspire Programs.
</li></ul>Provide advising and overall support to program participants
<ul><li>Implement strategies to support students at academic risk, who are first generation, low-income, and disabled.
</li><li>Serve as Academic Adviser to 10% of SSS scholars.
</li></ul>Assess and evaluate the SSS program&rsquo;s effectiveness (formative and summative)
<ul><li>Plan, implement, execute, and evaluate existing strategies and objectives for the program and make recommendations to Division leadership for program or function enhancement.
</li><li>Modify programs as needed to meet objectives.
</li><li>Engage in professional development and ensure SSS staff does as well.
</li></ul>Other duties as assigned.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Key Job Responsibilities:
</h2><ul><li>May assist in the development and monitoring of the unit or program budget and approve unit expenditures
</li></ul><ul><li>Plans, implements, executes, and evaluates existing strategies and objectives for a program and makes recommendations to unit leadership for program or function enhancement
</li></ul><ul><li>Leads the development and preparation of periodic reports and financial statements, and records progress, status, or other special reports for leadership or external agencies
</li></ul><ul><li>Schedules logistics and secures resources for program activities across multiple work units to ensure optimum efficiency and compliance with appropriate policies, procedures, and specifications
</li></ul><ul><li>May exercise supervisory authority, including hiring, transferring, suspending, promoting, managing conduct and performance, discharging, assigning, rewarding, disciplining, and/or approving hours worked of at least 2.0 FTE or equivalent employees
</li></ul><ul><li>Contributes to the preparation of proposals for funding and/or funding continuation from outside sponsors
</li></ul><ul><li>Identifies workflow needs, contributes to the development of strategic and operational solutions, allocates resources, and implements new or revised unit operational policies and procedures
</li></ul>Department: Student Success
Required Qualifications
<ul><li>At least three years of experience in higher education with experience and knowledge of student assessment related to academic achievement.
</li><li>At least two years of experience as a supervisor of at least one full-time person.
</li><li>Proven ability to develop, implement, and manage program operating budget while aligning program objectives and financial sustainability. Direct the development, implementation, and management of the program&rsquo;s annual operating budget, ensuring alignment with program objectives and financial sustainability
</li><li>Significant experience working with students at academic risk, who are first generation, low-income, or disabled.
</li><li>Experience in designing, managing, or implementing support services for students described above.
</li><li>Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with students, staff, and faculty.
</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Preferred Qualifications:
</h2><ul><li>Prior experience with TRIO programs or other grant-funded programs.
</li><li>Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to other underserved student groups.
</li><li>Grant writing experience.
</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Education:
</h2>Master&rsquo;s degree in appropriate field such as Education, Counseling, Higher Education, or related field.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">How to Apply:
</h2>Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:
<ul><li>Resume
</li><li>Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)
</li></ul>Inquiries should be addressed to:
Jenn Rassett
Search Chair
jennifer.rassset@uwrf.edu
Deadline to Apply : Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt : applicants should submit all required materials on or before April 12 , 2025.
Starting Salary: $70,000 based on experience
Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 7.40 %; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to
 
https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf
UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
</h2>The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Title IX Notice
</h2>As required by Title IX and federal regulations, UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRF&rsquo;s Title IX Coordinator at titleix@uwrf.edu ; the Department of Education&rsquo;s Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information, please see students.uwrf.edu/titleix .
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Criminal Background Check and Reference Check Policy
</h2>Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you, your most recent employer, and all previous Universities of Wisconsin institutions and State of Wisconsin agency employers from the past seven (7) years to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment per Universities of Wisconsin Administrative Policy 1275.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
</h2>The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies can be viewed at www.uwrf.edu/police/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report or call University Police at 715-425-3133 for a paper copy.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Reasonable Accommodations
</h2>UW-River Falls provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or an accommodation in applying because of a disability, contact hr@uwrf.edu or 715-425-3518.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Academic Freedom &amp; Freedom of Expression
</h2>The University is committed to academic freedom and freedom of expression, and provides all members of the University community the broadest possible latitude to explore ideas and to speak, write, listen, challenge and learn, pursuant to Regent Policy Document 4-21 Commitment to Academic Freedom and Freedom of Expression .
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
 
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.</div>

Director of TRIO Student Support Services

Mount Sinai Health System

<div>Description
Under the supervision of the Director of Student Financial Services, the Associate Director of Financial Aid is responsible for the comprehensive administration of 
financial aid to graduate and medical students. The Associate Director is involved in the continuum of aid administration through the application process, need analysis, 
verification, awarding of aid based on established packaging parameters, the use of professional judgment, disbursement of aid, mandated loan entrance and exit 
counseling and loan repayment counseling. 
Responsibilities<ul><li>
Manages the administration of a comprehensive program of financial assistance to students while adhering to all federal, state, and college policies and regulations related to the disbursement of state aid and Title IV programs</li><li>
Participates in program and statistical reviews/audits including, A133, FISAP, LCME Part 1B, LCME Tuition and Fee Questionnaire, etc.</li><li>
Assists the Director with developing and implementing financial aid policies and procedures, including ensuring the office procedures manual is 
maintained</li><li>
Participates in Financial Aid Management&rsquo;s testing new releases and training SFS staff on updated functionality</li><li>
Assists the Director with developing and implementing financial aid policies and procedures, including ensuring the office procedures manual is maintained</li><li>
Works with the Director to draft responses to audit inquires and assist with implementation of recommendations</li><li>
Serves as secondary contact for federal, state, and internal auditor</li><li>
Develops regular training materials and presents training session to SFS staff and surrounding offices incorporating all pertinent regulatory changes</li><li>
Maintains master calendar of all federal, state and institutional reporting dates and ensures compliance</li><li>
Provides information to students and the public through formal presentations at workshops, meetings, and classes, and through written communications to stakeholders</li><li>
Awards student aid based on application and documentation review, conducting need analysis, exercise of professional judgment, calculating 
awards based on packaging parameters, and certifying federal/institutional loan disbursements</li><li>
Assists with other financial aid duties as assigned and other duties assigned by the Director of Student Financial Services</li></ul> 

Qualifications<ul><li>
Minimum of 4-5 years of related work experience in financial aid and student financial counseling</li><li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree required, Master&rsquo;s degree preferred</li><li>
Must be detailed oriented and have excellent customer service, organization and planning, prioritization, problem solving, follow through, time management, and oral and written communication skills</li><li>
Experience in Microsoft Office Suite, Office 365, need analysis programing, and technological experience with financial aid computer application 
systems (i.e. Datatel, Colleague, Powerfaids, Banner, PeopleSoft, etc.)</li></ul> 
Employer Description
Strength through Unity and Inclusion

The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai&rsquo;s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual.

At Mount Sinai, our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well-being of our staff, patients, and organization. Our leaders are expected to challenge outdated practices, promote a culture of respect, and work toward meaningful improvements that enhance patient care and workplace experiences. We are dedicated to building a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and advance professionally. Explore this opportunity and be part of the next chapter in our history.

About the Mount Sinai Health System:

Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health for all people, everywhere, by taking on the most complex health care challenges of our time &mdash; discovering and applying new scientific learning and knowledge; developing safer, more effective treatments; educating the next generation of medical leaders and innovators; and supporting local communities by delivering high-quality care to all who need it. Through the integration of its hospitals, labs, and schools, Mount Sinai offers comprehensive health care solutions from birth through geriatrics, leveraging innovative approaches such as artificial intelligence and informatics while keeping patients&rsquo; medical and emotional needs at the center of all treatment. The Health System includes more than 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians; 13 joint-venture outpatient surgery centers throughout the five boroughs of New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and Florida; and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. We are consistently ranked by U.S. News &amp; World Report's Best Hospitals, receiving high &quot;Honor Roll&quot; status, and are highly ranked: No. 1 in Geriatrics, top 5 in Cardiology/Heart Surgery, and top 20 in Diabetes/Endocrinology, Gastroenterology/GI Surgery, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Pulmonology/Lung Surgery, Rehabilitation, and Urology. New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai is ranked No. 12 in Ophthalmology. U.S. News &amp; World Report&rsquo;s &ldquo;Best Children&rsquo;s Hospitals&rdquo; ranks Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital among the country&rsquo;s best in several pediatric specialties. The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is ranked No. 11 nationwide in National Institutes of Health funding and in the 99th percentile in research dollars per investigator according to the Association of American Medical Colleges. Newsweek&rsquo;s &ldquo;The World&rsquo;s Best Smart Hospitals&rdquo; ranks The Mount Sinai Hospital as No. 1 in New York and in the top five globally, and Mount Sinai Morningside in the top 20 globally.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization. 
Compensation
The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $79720 - $161199 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.</div>

Associate Director - Student Financial Services

United Methodist Church

<div><div>Illinois Great Rivers Annual Conference UMC</div>
SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS 62794
FULL TIME , ON-SITE
Director of Finance and Administrative Services

The Illinois Great Rivers Annual Conference is seeking a strategic and collaborative leader to serve as Director of Finance and Administrative Services. This role oversees the Conference&rsquo;s financial operations, administrative systems, and employee benefits programs, ensuring strong stewardship, operational excellence, and alignment with the mission of supporting just under 600 United Methodist congregations across 5 districts.

Essential Functions:
<ul><li>Oversee all financial operations, including receipts, disbursements, and management of Conference funds
</li></ul><ul><li>Lead development and administration of the Annual Conference budget in collaboration with the Council on Finance and Administration
</li></ul><ul><li>Manage compensation and benefits programs for clergy and lay staff, including pensions and healthcare plans
</li></ul><ul><li>Provide financial analysis, reporting, and strategic guidance to Conference leadership and department managers
</li></ul><ul><li>Identify financial risks and opportunities; recommend and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
</li></ul><ul><li>Supervise Finance Office staff and oversee daily operations
</li></ul><ul><li>Facilitate recruitment, hiring, evaluation, and administration of personnel policies in partnership with the Personnel Committee
</li></ul><ul><li>Serve as liaison to internal and external stakeholders, including boards, committees, and the General Board of Pension and Health Benefits
</li></ul><ul><li>Interpret and communicate benefits programs to clergy and staff, support long range planning for pension and healthcare sustainability
</li></ul><ul><li>Manage the collection and analysis of statistical data from local churches
</li></ul><ul><li>Provide guidance on financial, tax, legal, and administrative matters to clergy and local church leaders
</li></ul><ul><li>Coordinate legal support on non-clergy matters in consultation with appropriate advisors
</li></ul><ul><li>Support the Conference Board of Trustees in the management of Conference owned properties (excluding camps)
</li></ul><ul><li>Develop strategies for financing capital expenditures and long-term property management.</li></ul>

Qualifications:
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; Master&rsquo;s degree preferred</li></ul>
<ul><li>Minimum 4&ndash;5 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting, including prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred</li></ul>
<ul><li>CPA designation strongly desired</li></ul>
<ul><li>Experience with financial systems, reporting tools, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and process improvement initiatives</li></ul>
<ul><li>Experience in nonprofit accounting and/or church administration preferred</li></ul>
<ul><li>Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to communicate complex financial and benefits information clearly to diverse audiences and work effectively both independently and collaboratively</li></ul>
<ul><li>Demonstrated sound judgment and ability to maintain confidentiality in handling sensitive financial and personnel matters
</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to engage effectively with clergy, staff, and leadership across multiple locations
</li></ul><ul><li>Alignment with the mission and values of The United Methodist Church, familiarity with United Methodist polity and discipline preferred.</li></ul>

Benefits:
<ul><li>Salary range: $100,000 - $114,000 annually</li></ul>
<ul><li>Health insurance (employer-sponsored plan available)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Retirement benefits (Compass for Clergy or Retirement Plan for Lay Employees)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Paid vacation: 30 days annually, with up to 48 days of accrual.</li></ul>

Work Requirements:
<ul><li>Occasional travel within the Conference may be required
</li></ul><ul><li>Occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 25 pounds</li></ul>

To apply please visit:

 https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/E1CB377AF1A59C982D4A8BC33247365B/jobs/430624

Closing Date: May 11, 2026

 No Staffing Agencies or Recruitment Firms

The Illinois Great Rivers Conference of The United Methodist Church is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks and encourages applications from minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities. All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully completing background, reference, and other applicable checks.
Organization: Illinois Great Rivers Annual Conference UMC
Contact: Monica Reid
Phone: 6153692313
Closing Date: 05/11/2026</div>

Director of Finance and Administrative Services

University of California Los Angeles

<div><div><div><div><div>The incumbent is responsible for the formulating and executing a strategic vision, implementing and monitoring all internal financial policies, procedures, and guidelines that are consistent with those of the University. The incumbent is responsible for all internal and external financial reporting and to provide oversight to all administrative staff responsible for monitoring Semel budgets. The Financial Director shall exhibit keen judgment, strategic vision, and an ability to develop financial models to support Semel's growth and identify areas of fiscal vulnerability. Will also serve as the financial liaison to DGSOM and the Department of Psychiatry.</div> 
 
Salary &amp; Compensation 
 
<ul><li>UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.
</li></ul>Qualifications 
<ul><li>
Financial Management 10 years&rsquo; experience in financial management leadership role with demonstrated ability to run the day to day of a fiscal management office. (Required)
</li></ul><ul><li>Financial Management 12 years&rsquo; experience in financial management leadership role with demonstrated ability to run the day to day of a fiscal management office. (Preferred)
</li></ul><ul><li>Financial Management 5 years&rsquo; experience in UC financial management, preferably in UCLA health sciences departments. (Preferred)
</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrated knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). (Required)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Demonstrated skills in performing advanced accounting and financial management functions, including budget preparation, account reconciliation, financial analysis, financial report preparation, fiscal projection, variance analysis, internal control, compliance audit, fiscal and strategic planning. (Required)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ability to lead, supervise and mentor a mid-size professional staff. (Required)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Analytical skills to assess personnel and financial information practices and procedures, define problems, formulate logical solutions, develop alternative solutions, make recommendations, and initiate corrective actions. (Required)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ability to making budgetary assumptions, developing accounting treatments, determining financial trends, creating business breakeven models, and applying technical knowledge in problem solving. (Required)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Demonstrate in-depth comprehension of various UCLA financial and payroll systems, database, processes and applications. (Preferred)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Solid knowledge and experience in managing various funding categories from State, ICR, clinical operations, compensation plans, gift &amp; endowment, sales &amp; service funds. (Preferred)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Working knowledge of UC health sciences faculty compensation plans and salary components. (Preferred)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ability to serve as the financial advisor for departmental leadership, division/center leadership, faculty members and administrative teams. (Preferred)</li></ul>
<ul><li>Demonstrated knowledge of grant and contracts fund management. (Preferred)</li></ul>
 
Education, Licenses, Certifications &amp; Personal Affiliations 
<ul><li>
Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, economics, or business administration and / or equivalent experience / training (Required)
</li></ul><ul><li>Master's Degree in accounting, finance, economics, or business administration and / or equivalent experience / training (Preferred)
</li><li>CPA (Certified Public Accountant) (Preferred)
</li></ul> 
Special Conditions for Employment 
<ul><li>
Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.</li></ul>
 
Schedule 
 
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
 
Union/Policy Covered 
 
99-Policy Covered
 
Complete Position Description 
 
https://universityofcalifornia.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=38&amp;JDName=Financial%20Analysis%20Manager%201%20(TBD_941009)</div></div></div><div><div><div>
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 <div><div>Campus Requisition #:</div>
10319
<div>UC Payroll Title:</div>
FINANCIAL ANL MGR 1
<div>Department:</div>
SEMEL INSTITUTE
<div>Appointment Type:</div>
2 - Staff: Career
<div>Anticipated Hiring Pay Scale:</div>
$105,700 - $234,500 Annually
<ul><li>Full Salary Range:</li></ul>
USD $105,700.00/Yr. - USD $234,500.00/Yr.
<div>Onsite | Remote | Hybrid Type:</div>
Hybrid
<div>Department Location:</div>
760 Westwood Plaza 28-225
<div>Full or Part Time:</div>
Full Time</div>

Semel Director of Finance

Pakistan Single Window

<div>This position is being recruited by Pakistan Single Window (PSW) on behalf of the National Agri-Trade and Food Safety Authority (NAFSA). NAFSA is being established as a strategic national initiative to strengthen Pakistan&rsquo;s agri-trade ecosystem through enhanced regulatory oversight, facilitation, and modernization of food safety and trade processes. The selected candidate will be part of NAFSA&rsquo;s foundational team, contributing to the development of systems, processes, and institutional capabilities.
The Director NAFSA Secretariat (Company Secretary) provides end-to-end secretarial, governance and compliance support to the Board of Governors (BoG) and its committees, enabling effective oversight, timely decision-making and documentation integrity. The role supports the Director General in his statutory capacity as Secretary to the BoG by coordinating Board and committee meetings, managing Board papers and records, tracking implementation of decisions, and maintaining statutory registers and compliance calendars under the NAFSA Act, 2026 and notified rules/regulations. The position also establishes secure digital and physical record management for governance documentation, ensuring confidentiality, transparency and auditability. 
 
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Act as the professional secretariat for the BoG and its committees (including HR, Finance &amp; Audit, Planning &amp; Development and statutory committees), ensuring smooth governance operations and timely convening of meetings.</li><li>
Develop and manage an annual Board/committee meeting calendar; coordinate agendas, meeting logistics, circulation of notices and papers, and ensure quorum and procedural compliance.</li><li>
Coordinate preparation of Board papers by liaising with NAFSA wings and functions; ensure completeness, quality, and appropriate legal/financial vetting before submission.</li><li>
Record accurate minutes and resolutions; maintain a decision register and secure repository of approved papers, minutes and resolutions with version control and access management.</li><li>
Maintain statutory registers and governance documentation, including Board/committee composition, terms of appointment, declarations of interest, attendance, and approvals as required under the Act and governance guidelines.</li><li>
Track implementation of BoG and committee decisions across NAFSA; maintain action logs, follow-up mechanisms and periodic compliance/progress reports for Chairpersons, the BoG and the Director General.</li><li>
Draft and manage official correspondence of the BoG/committees (letters, notes, notifications and directives), handles the BoG/logistics (Agenda, Minutes, Quorum) in coordination with the Director General and relevant ministries/departments, ensuring timely dispatch and record retention.</li><li>
Coordinate induction and orientation of Board and committee members; prepare briefing packs on mandate, governance framework, ethics/conflict-of-interest, key risks and performance dashboards.</li><li>
Support development and administration of governance policies and procedures (Board charters, committee ToRs, operational guidelines, document templates and confidentiality protocols) and ensure periodic updates.</li><li>
Facilitate governance reporting requirements, including inputs to annual reports, statutory reporting to Federal Government, and coordination of meeting fee/expense processing in collaboration with Finance (as per approved policies).</li><li>
Establish and administer secure digital workflows (board portal/e-meetings, document management, e-signature and action tracking) in coordination with ICT to improve governance efficiency and audit trails.</li>
Lead, supervise and develop Secretariat staff (board affairs, committee coordination and compliance officers); set work priorities, ensure service standards and maintain strict confidentiality. 
<li>
 
</li></ul> 
 
Requirements 
 
Education:<ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree (16 years of education) in Public Administration, Management Sciences/Business Administration, Law, Corporate Governance or a related discipline from a recognized university; LLB/LLM is preferred for governance/legal drafting heavy environments.</li><li>
Professional qualification/certification in corporate governance or company secretarial practice (e.g., ICSA/CG qualifications or equivalent) is an advantage.
 
</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>
Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in board/committee secretariat, company secretarial or governance roles; experience in an autonomous body, regulator, SOE, or large public/private organization is preferred.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience preparing Board agendas, papers, minutes and resolutions, and managing end-to-end meeting processes with senior stakeholders.</li><li>
Strong understanding of governance best practices, statutory compliance tracking, and record retention requirements; ability to design governance SOPs and templates.</li><li>
Experience coordinating multi-stakeholder decision implementation (action tracking, follow-ups, escalation and progress reporting).</li><li>
High level of integrity, discretion and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information; sound judgment in governance matters.</li><li>
Strong drafting, communication and stakeholder management skills, including engagement with ministries, regulators and public sector entities.</li><li>
Proficiency in digital document management/board portals and MS Office; ability to implement secure, auditable governance workflows.</li></ul></div>

Director Secretariat | NAFSA

Pakistan Single Window (PSW)

<div>
 This position is being recruited by Pakistan Single Window (PSW) on behalf of the National Agri-Trade and Food Safety Authority (NAFSA). NAFSA is being established as a strategic national initiative to strengthen Pakistan's agri-trade ecosystem through enhanced regulatory oversight, facilitation, and modernization of food safety and trade processes. The selected candidate will be part of NAFSA's foundational team, contributing to the development of systems, processes, and institutional capabilities.
 
 
 Reporting to the DDG CSW, Director Finance &amp; Procurement leads the establishment and operation of a transparent, efficient and compliant procurement and contract management function for NAFSA. The role ensures that procurement planning, tendering, evaluation support, contract award, and contract administration are conducted in accordance with applicable public procurement rules, NAFSA policies and integrity standards. The position also supports value-for-money outcomes through category planning, vendor management, timely procurements for critical regulatory operations, and strong record-keeping to support audits and governance oversight.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Establish and manage the procurement and contract management function for NAFSA, including SOPs, templates, checklists and controls aligned with applicable procurement rules and Board-approved policies
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare annual/quarterly procurement plans aligned with approved budgets and work plans; monitor execution, lead times and risks, and propose corrective measures to meet operational timelines
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead end-to-end procurement processes: review requisitions, support specification/ToR development, determine procurement method, prepare bidding documents, publish solicitations, and coordinate bid receipt and opening
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate and support evaluation committees (technical and financial evaluations); ensure process transparency, documentation completeness, conflict-of-interest controls and approvals as per delegations
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage contract award and administration, including issuance of purchase orders/contracts, performance securities, deliverables tracking, amendments/variations, and contract close-out in coordination with Finance and Legal
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 Develop and maintain a supplier database, panels/framework arrangements (where approved), and vendor performance evaluation mechanisms; manage vendor communications and dispute resolution with Legal support
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 Ensure compliance with procurement record-keeping requirements (tender files, evaluation reports, approvals and contract documents) and maintain audit-ready procurement registers and dashboards
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 Support procurement reporting to management/Board committees as required, including procurement KPIs (cycle time, compliance, competition levels, savings/value-for-money indicators) and exception reporting
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 Implement and promote digital procurement workflows and e-procurement tools (as adopted by NAFSA), ensuring secure approvals, audit trails and integration with finance/ERP systems
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 Support disposal of obsolete/unserviceable assets in coordination with Admin and Finance through transparent disposal/auction processes as per rules and approved procedures
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 Identify procurement and contract risks; recommend mitigation controls and contribute to ERM and internal control strengthening, including responses to audit observations and corrective action tracking
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 Lead and develop procurement staff; conduct trainings on procurement rules, ethics, evaluation processes and contract management to strengthen institutional capacity.
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
 
 
 Education:
 
 
 
 
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 Master's degree (16 years of education) in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain/Procurement, Engineering, Law or a related discipline from a recognized university (Bachelor's degree with strong relevant experience may be considered)
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 Professional procurement/contract management certification (e.g., CIPS, CPP, CPSM or equivalent) is an advantage.
 
 
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 Experience:
 
 
 
 
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 Minimum 12 years of relevant procurement and contract management experience, including at least 5 years in a supervisory/managerial role; experience with public sector/autonomous bodies or donor-funded procurement is preferred
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 Demonstrated hands-on experience conducting competitive procurements (goods, works and services) under applicable public procurement rules, including preparation of bidding documents and evaluation support
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 Experience in contract administration and vendor performance management, including handling variations, deliverables tracking and coordination of payments with Finance
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 Strong understanding of integrity safeguards (conflict of interest, confidentiality, transparency) and ability to ensure robust documentation for audit and governance review
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 Experience implementing digital procurement tools/e-procurement workflows and using data for procurement dashboards and performance reporting
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 Strong negotiation, analytical and communication skills; ability to advise technical teams on procurement strategies and ensure value-for-money outcomes
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 High integrity, impartiality and resilience; ability to handle tight timelines, multiple procurements and sensitive stakeholder environments.
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Director Finance & Procurement | NAFSA

Columbia University

<div><ul><li>Job Type: Officer of Administration</li>
<li>Bargaining Unit:</li>
<li>Regular/Temporary: Regular</li>
<li>End Date if Temporary:</li>
<li>Hours Per Week: 35</li>
<li>Standard Work Schedule:</li>
<li>Building:</li>
<li>Salary Range: $66,300 - $68,000 Annually</li>
</ul><div>The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.</div> 
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Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Administration and Planning, the incumbent assists with various financial functions for Undergraduate Student Life, including the areas of the Dean of USL, Multicultural Affairs, Residential Life, Student Engagement, as well as the financial functions for approximately 340 recognized student organizations and their governing boards and councils.

The Assistant Director serves as the primary travel arranger for student group travel and visitors invited to participate in recognized student group programs and events, and works as part of the Administration and Planning (A&amp;P) team to provide administrative assistance to Undergraduate Student Life staff.

The Assistant Director assists the department with: project management for A&amp;P; shaping financial policy and procedures; improving financial advising processes and services; processing &amp; approving a high volume of financial transactions; providing preliminary oversight over financial accounts and processes; fielding, delegating, troubleshooting and escalating student and staff inquiries; delivering financial training curriculums; developing policy documents; and developing communications related to finance and operations.

Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Accurate and prompt processing, verification, and coding of expenses for a high volume of invoices, reimbursements, check requests, travel advances, deposits, journal entries, and wire transfers, in the University's accounting systems. Resolves inquiries on payment status for internal and external clients. Approve a high volume of purchasing card (P Card) transactions for approximately 40 USL staff and 340 student organizations with accuracy and efficiency. Problem-solve issues and clarify processes to staff and students as needed.</li>
<li>Books air, ground and rail transportation and lodging, for undergraduate students, University visitors, and Undergraduate Student Life (USL) staff, working closely with USL Leadership team and advisers to adhere to Columbia University&rsquo;s and Columbia College's travel policies and protocols. Reconcile travel expenses and process expense reimbursements via Concur (the University&rsquo;s online travel and expense system), including travel advances and preparation of reports on travel spend.</li>
<li>The incumbent, in collaboration with the Administrative Coordinator for Clubs and Orgs Travel, will serve as the primary point of contact for booking, logistics, itineraries, and inquiries related to travel for staff, students, and visitors. Acts as a liaison between USL and campus partners, including Columbia College Finance, Columbia Travel and Procurement, and Columbia Transportation, to facilitate contracts associated with travel, car service vouchers, and charter bus reservations. Maintains relationships with travel vendors, including airlines, hotels, car rentals, and the University&rsquo;s travel partner, World Travel, Inc. (WTI).</li>
<li>Prepare weekly reporting for student council and governing board leadership and ad-hoc reporting for USL staff, review monthly financial statements, and analyze budget variance reports. Routinely meet with staff, student leaders, supervisor, Columbia College Finance, and relevant Undergraduate Student Life staff to review year-to-date activity, identify trends that will impact the budget plans for future periods, and collaborate on solutions for improved budgeting and financial stewardship. Prepare ad hoc reports regarding financial activity as needed.</li>
<li>Serves as USL&rsquo;s primary liaison for Columbia&rsquo;s undergraduate travel policy and interacts with the Undergraduate Travel Review Committee&rsquo;s core planning team to ensure that student groups and advisers are aware of the latest policies and adhere to reporting and compliance requirements. Facilitates regular training sessions on travel policies and practices for USL staff members and students including during new staff onboarding, at the annual adviser training retreat, and on an as-needed basis. Keep staff and student organizations regularly informed of new policies, changes in current policy, current and new services within Undergraduate Student Life, Columbia College, Columbia Engineering, and the University.</li>
<li>Work closely with the Director, Associate Director, student organization advisers, and student leaders on all initiatives to ensure compliance with Columbia College and University policies and procedures. Assist with the evaluation of current financial processes and services, design and develop new methods of service to streamline processes and increase productivity and client satisfaction. Investigate requests for new services to determine feasibility and method of implementation.</li>
<li>Advise a cohort of student groups who participate in frequent travel. Provide backup assistance to the A&amp;P unit, including processing financial transactions, P-Card reconciliation, and non-travel Concur transactions and reimbursement/expense reports.</li>
<li>Play critical role in solutions-oriented ideation/regular conversations around policies and procedures with Associate Director and Director of Administration and Planning.</li>
<li>Participate in the growth and development of USL, the College; School of Engineering, and Columbia University, including providing support for key initiatives and experiences, serving on committees, and collaborating with College and University partners to further the work of USL and the College.</li>
</ul>
Minimum Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree required along with at least two years of related experience required, or the equivalent combination of education and experience</li>
<li>Direct experience arranging complex domestic and international travel itineraries</li>
<li>Proven background in processing large volumes of transactional work on a day to day basis, while managing other short and long term travel projects</li>
<li>Outstanding administrative, organizational, and interpersonal skills required</li>
<li>Must be willing to learn new processes and technologies as needed</li>
<li>Must be well-organized, detail-oriented, and work well under pressure, managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously in a high volume operation</li>
<li>Excellent oral and written communication skills, and a strong commitment to providing high quality service in a fast-paced environment</li>
<li>Tact and diplomacy and the ability to exercise judgment when working with sensitive and confidential information</li>
<li>Fluency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Adobe programs, and other similar technology platforms</li>
<li>Must be able to work with diverse constituencies and support an inclusive work environment</li>
</ul>
As a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and the Council of Ivy Group Presidents (Ivy League), it is imperative that members of the Columbia University community, in all matters related to the intercollegiate athletics program, exhibit the highest professional standards and ethical behavior with regard to adherence to NCAA, Conference, University, and Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Education rules and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Three to four years of related experience preferred</li>
<li>Knowledge and/or experience using Concur is a strong advantage</li>
</ul>
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.</div>

Assistant Director of Administration & Planning, Travel Coordinator

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