Principal, Strategic Execution

The Ohio State University, Main Campus

. Advise the president and chief of staff on strategic priorities, emerging issues, and institutional opportunities .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeColumbus • Ohio • United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in strategic advising, organizational capability development, and relationship building within academic and governmental contexts. Proven ability to craft targeted messaging and narratives that engage key stakeholders and support institutional priorities.

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Strategic AdvisingOrganizational Capability DevelopmentLegislative EngagementRelationship BuildingTargeted Messaging

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Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree

Industry Keywords

Strategic ExecutionGubernatorial TransitionCommunications StrategyInstitutional ImpactStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise the president and chief of staff on strategic priorities, emerging issues, and institutional opportunities
Support development of the Office of the President’s strategic execution function, including coordination across university leadership and recommendations on organizational capabilities, staffing, and operating approaches
Provide strategic counsel and support for the gubernatorial transition, including legislative engagement, relationship building, and coordination with university leadership and government affairs functions
Advise on academic brand positioning and strategy before appointment of a new Senior Vice President for Communications and Marketing
Assist with onboarding and transition of the new Senior Vice President for Communications and Marketing
Help establish communications approaches for progress and outcomes associated with presidential initiatives
Develop targeted messaging, narratives, and storytelling highlighting institutional impact and engaging priority audiences
Provide strategic advice and support on additional initiatives and emerging institutional priorities as directed by the president and chief of staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of twelve (12) years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check
A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process
Master’s degree desired
Fifteen (15) or more years of relevant experience desired

Benefits

Comp & perks

Term (Fixed Term) position
32 scheduled hours
First shift
Equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability