Director of campus life

Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q) is dedicated to fulfilling Georgetown University’s mission of promoting intellectual, ethical and spiritual understanding through serious and sustained discourse among people of different faiths, cultures, and beliefs. Embodying this spirit of the University, Georgetown’s Qatar campus undertakes education, research, and service in order to advance knowledge and provide students and the community with a holistic educational experience that produces global citizens committed to the service of humankind. We demonstrate the values of Georgetown University; seek to build upon the world‑class reputation of the Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service; and work with our partner, Qatar Foundation, in its endeavors to achieve the Qatar National Vision 2030.RequirementsBased at the Georgetown University in Qatar (GU‑Q) campus, the Director of Campus Life provides senior leadership within Student Affairs to advance a collaborative team culture; lead, assess, and improve Student Life initiatives; oversee proactive student support through the CARE Team; ensure consistent student conduct practices; and provide leadership in student crisis response and risk management. The role serves as a key steward of campus life, fostering a cohesive, inclusive and engaging campus culture that enhances the overall community experience for students, faculty and staff.Key AccountabilitiesServe as a senior leader in Student Affairs, advising and collaborating closely with the Associate Dean for Student Affairs to build a positive, collaborative, and high‑performing team culture.Lead the vision, strategy, and execution and ongoing assessment of all Campus Life initiatives in alignment with institutional mission and Student Affairs priorities.Serve as leader of the CARE (Campus Assessment, Response, and Education) Team, ensuring proactive and compassionate student support.Partner with the Associate Dean for Student Affairs to ensure consistent practices in student conduct, education, and support.Provide leadership in student‑related crisis response and risk management planning.Key ActivitiesCollaborate with the Associate Dean for Student Affairs, to provide updates, support decision‑making and ensure Student Life strategy is aligned with Student Affairs priorities.Manage all aspects of budget, operations, and strategic planning for Student Life.Oversee campus‑wide engagement initiatives, student activities and campus traditions.Design and oversee annual calendars of student programs, engagement initiatives, and campus traditions.Ensure all Campus Life initiatives are intentionally inclusive and foster a sense of belonging across diverse student populations.Strategize and oversee the comprehensive co‑curricular plan and innovate new initiatives to foster leadership, belonging, and holistic student development.Develop and implement assessment methods for Student Life programs and services.Collect and analyse program data (attendance, surveys, focus groups) to assess impact of Student Life programs, inform decision‑making and continuous improvement.Produce semester and annual reports highlighting key outcomes, student impact, and areas for improvement.Benchmark Student Life programs against peer institutions and regional best practices.Serve as a visible advocate for student needs to institutional leadership.Maintain readiness for emergencies, including developing staff protocols and coordinating with campus security and risk management.Represent Student Affairs and Campus Life on committees, working groups and at key institutional events and ceremonies.Attend and actively engage in major student events, including evenings and weekends, to demonstrate presence and support.Serve as a visible campus leader and ambassador for community engagement, inclusion and student wellbeing at institutional events and activities.Partner with academic leadership, faculty and administrative units to enhance the overall campus experience and align co‑curricular and community initiatives with institutional priorities.Liaise with Education City partners and external stakeholders to maximize opportunities for students through joint programs and shared student initiatives.Manage all scholarship letters and renewals.Convene and lead weekly CARE Team meetings, ensuring timely follow‑up and appropriate interventions.Serve as primary contact to manage and resolve complex or high‑risk student cases with cultural sensitivity, discretion and sound judgement, working with counselling, housing, and the Associate Dean for Student Affairs.Maintain and update student crisis communication plans and response protocols for Student Life events and staff.Provide on‑call coverage for urgent student concerns in coordination with senior leadership.Conduct after‑action reviews for incidents and implement preventive measures.Oversee and serve as the lead judicial officer for the student conduct process.Meet regularly with student leaders, includin