IGEL - Staffing & Leadership
Director
A part-time Director (25-50% FTE) will lead the Institute during the start-up phase, laying the groundwork for future growth and development. The Director will:
- Provide leadership and oversight for IGEL's development
- Coordinate initial operations and planning
- Establish and maintain connections with stakeholders of international initiatives at KU.
- Develop and coordinate KU Libraries' key international partnerships
- Represent IGEL in select global forums and initiatives
- Develop budget plans and explore funding opportunities in coordination with the Office of Communication and Advancement
- Ensure alignment with Jayhawks Rising and the KU Libraries' strategic plan
Note: The Director's role may evolve into a full-time position, and staffing needs may increase, as the Institute grows and as resources allow.
Implementation Team
An internal, cross-divisional implementation team will guide IGEL's development, bringing together expertise from across KU Libraries. The implementation team will meet monthly (or at determined regular intervals) to:
- Provide guidance and support for the Institute
- Develop and review strategic directions aligned with Jayhawks Rising and KU Libraries' strategic plan
- Identify and evaluate potential partnerships and initiatives
- Transform plans into concrete action items
- Monitor the Institute's progress and assess its impact
- Other topics relevant to the development of IGEL
Key representation on the implementation team will come from:
- Distinctive Collections
- Research Engagement
- Acquisitions & Resource Sharing
- Communications and Advancement
- Faculty and Community Engagement Librarian
Working Groups
Task-specific working groups may be established as needed to:
- Address targeted objectives
- Execute specific projects
- Support specialized initiatives
- Provide focused expertise