Are you interested in joining a dynamic and international team of professionals to transform education? IE University Science & Technology School - IEX Labs is looking for an Executive Director to join its team!
The Executive Director of Education Initiatives is responsible for the design should be lead by the academic director leading the development, and for scaling industry-integrated educational initiatives across IE School of Science & Technology. The role bridges academia and industry by developing innovative learning experiences that connect students, faculty, and corporate partners trough applied education.
Working closely with Program Directors, faculty members, the Career and Corporate Relations teams, and external organizations, the Executive Director oversees the design and delivery of initiatives such as Industry Gateways, executive education programs, hackathons, innovation challenges, corporate projects, and other experiential learning activities. The role ensures that all initiatives align with the School's strategic priorities while delivering measurable value to learners and partner organizations.
Why IE University?
Founded in 1973, IE University has continuously raised the bar to drive positive change through education. We believe education is more than a path to professional success; At IE University, we place people and their potential at the center of everything we do, empowering individuals to become extraordinary. We encourage bold thinking and foster a culture where innovation, curiosity, and courage lead to real-world impact.



Drive innovation with a proactive mindset
We are looking for a person to join a full-time position in Madrid - IE Tower.
Your role as an Executive Director will involve:
Lead the planning and execution of Industry Gateway Programs in collaboration with academic departments and corporate partners.
Develop and manage executive education initiatives tailored to the needs of companies and professionals.
Support curriculum innovation by integrating experiential learning opportunities into academic programs.
Identify emerging trends in higher education and industry to propose new educational formats and learning experiences.
Identify opportunities for new collaborations that strengthen the School's educational portfolio.
Coordinate corporate participation in academic activities, including guest lectures, company projects, mentoring, innovation challenges, and networking events.
Program Management
Oversee the end-to-end delivery of education initiatives, ensuring quality, efficiency, and alignment with institutional objectives.
Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation for multiple concurrent initiatives.
Establish performance indicators, monitor outcomes,



and prepare reports to evaluate program effectiveness and impact.
Innovation challenges
Applied learning projects in collaboration with partner organizations
Master's degree in Education, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
Minimum of five years of experience in higher education, executive education, or learning and development.
Proven experience managing complex educational programs or cross-functional projects.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Experience in corporate learning or executive education.
Knowledge of experiential and project-based learning methodologies.
Experience working with international organizations or general education environments.
Project and program management
Stakeholder engagement and relationship management
Budget planning and financial oversight
Innovation mindset and continuous improvement orientation
Quality and successful delivery of educational initiatives.
Budget performance and operational efficiency.
Contribution to innovation in the School's educational offerings.
If you want to be part of this educational revolution, we invite you to apply and be part of our dynamic team at IE University.
At IE University, we actively promote equal opportunities in recruitment processes and access to employment, always ensuring the absence of gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, ethnic origin, or disability bias throughout the entire selection process.
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📌 Executive Director, Education Initiatives - School of Science & Technology (Madrid)
🏢 Ie
📍 Madrid