Executive Director, Miller National Academy for Free Expression & Pluralism - University of Denver

The University of Denver seeks a founding Executive Director to build and lead the Miller National Academy for Free Expression and Pluralism, a new national initiative dedicated to strengthening civil discourse, pluralism, and free expression in American public life. The role involves setting strategic vision, building organizational infrastructure, providing campus leadership, leading comprehensive fundraising to raise $75-100 million over 5-7 years, overseeing high-impact programming and public engagement, partnering with an Academic Director, and managing operations and team leadership. Candidates should have senior leadership experience in mission-driven organizations with a demonstrated track record in fundraising, partnership development, and building national initiatives, plus a deep commitment to free expression and pluralism. The Executive Director reports dually to the Chancellor and Provost.

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Organization Name: University of Denver

Role Title: Executive Director, Miller National Academy for Free Expression & Pluralism

Employment Type: Full-time

Compensation: $225,000 - $375,000 per year

Location: Denver, Colorado, United States

Link to Apply: [email protected], https://jobs.du.edu/en-us/job/498588/executive-director-miller-national-academy-for-free-expression-pluralism 

Position Overview: The University of Denver seeks a founding Executive Director to build and lead the Miller National Academy for Free Expression and Pluralism, a new national initiative dedicated to strengthening civil discourse, pluralism, and free expression in American public life. The role involves setting strategic vision, building organizational infrastructure, providing campus leadership, leading comprehensive fundraising to raise $75-100 million over 5-7 years, overseeing high-impact programming and public engagement, partnering with an Academic Director, and managing operations and team leadership. Candidates should have senior leadership experience in mission-driven organizations with a demonstrated track record in fundraising, partnership development, and building national initiatives, plus a deep commitment to free expression and pluralism. The Executive Director reports dually to the Chancellor and Provost.