Associate Director, Hooks Institute

University of Memphis · Memphis

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The Benjamin L. Hooks Institute for Social Change (Hooks Institute), an interdisciplinary research center at the University of Memphis, Tennessee, was founded in 1996 with funding from the State of Tennessee and the United States Congress. 

The mission of Hooks Institute is to advance social change and strengthen democracy through service, research and historical preservation. The Hooks Institute is a leader in providing awareness, education, and advocacy for social change, in policy and practice, for the betterment of the Memphis and Mid-South community. Our theory of change is “what uplifts Memphis uplifts the nation.”

The Hooks Institute Associate Director serves as the Institute’s chief internal operations leader, responsible for translating strategic vision into effective systems, processes, and results. This role oversees day‑to‑day operations, staff management, fundraising infrastructure, research and publication workflows, and cross‑functional coordination to ensure the Institute’s programs advance its mission of promoting civil rights and social justice. This position partners closely with the Executive Director to align strategy, operations, and resource development, consistent with nonprofit best practices.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit an online application through Oracle and upload the following documents as attachments: (1) a cover letter, (2) a resume, and (3) a list of professional references.

The Hooks Institute Associate Director serves as the Institute’s chief internal operations leader, responsible for translating strategic vision into effective systems, processes, and results. This role oversees day‑to‑day operations, staff management, fundraising infrastructure, research and publication workflows, and cross‑functional coordination to ensure the Institute’s programs advance its mission of promoting civil rights and social justice. This position partners closely with the Executive Director to align strategy, operations, and resource development, consistent with nonprofit best practices.

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