Jonathan Ferguson Email & Phone Number

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Drive the strategic vision for the Fulbright Teacher Exchanges with a focus on the multiplier effect and overall project impact across program stakeholders. Work closely with DOS/ECA to adapt program design to meet sponsor priorities and respond to domestic and international impacts on program implementation. Ensure program deliverables and results are responsive to program vision across multiple cooperative agreements. Lead external communications and development of strategic communications. Oversee current and new partnership development to expand program reach with US Embassies and Fulbright Commissions, partner universities, the US education community and other related associations. Lead the monitoring, evaluation and learning, and overall impact on educators, schools and communities in the US and globally. Provide strategic management of global incident and crisis response to ensure the safety and security of all program participants. Oversee the financial planning and management of complex, multi-year, overlapping budgets, ensuring activities comply with DOS/ECA requirements, broader USG regulations and IREX internal policies and procedures.

Washington, Dc

Oversaw IFSA's global portfolio in 19 countries and 50 cities; contributed thought leadership and vision to the development of strategic priorities for the organization; led research and design of new programs; contributed significantly to the creation of business development plans guiding entry into new markets; evaluated program performance and viability; and managed operating budgets of $40M+.Associate Vice President of Program Development (July 2017 - August 2019)Assistant Vice President of Program Management & Development (September 2015 - June 2017)

Washington, Dc

Member of the Senior Management team at the Alliance for Global Education, a subsidiary of the Institute for Study Abroad; responsible for international operations across the Alliance portfolio in China, India and Turkey; managed the development and delivery of U.S. Department of State-funded CLS programs in China in partnership with American Councils; hired and supervised consultants, country director-level staff and program support staff; administered annual budgets of $4M+ and trained staff on financial policies, procedures and administration; cultivated relationships with advisors, faculty, and administrators at key university partners.

Washington, Dc

Managed the day-to-day operations of all academic programs in India, ensuring the highest standards of academic excellence; oversaw the expansion of a comprehensive India portfolio, tripling capacity in a three-year period; hired, trained and supervised staff in India, negotiated partner agreements, and oversaw budgets totaling $1M; led pre-departure orientations for incoming students and advisors.Associate Director for India Programs (June 2011-February 2012)Assistant Director for India Programs (May 2010-May 2011)

New Delhi Area, India

Supported a venture to build a comprehensive community-based information system for Delhi slums utilizing GPS and Geographic Information Systems (GIS); assisted with a major literature review on the status of water and sanitation services in Delhi and the National Capital Region; designed and completed an intensive Hindi language program at the East-West Language Institute.

Greater Chicago Area

Briefed the Chancellor daily to ensure the smooth flow of all public and private appearances on and off campus; communicated with board members, university presidents, city and state officials, and other high-level administrators on the Chancellor's behalf; coordinated the Chancellor's complex daily and annual commencement schedules; served as a liaison between the Office of the Chancellor and the newly created Office of Sustainability.

Greater Chicago Area

Assisted Program Deans with program management, including curriculum development, budgeting, marketing and evaluations; reviewed and updated all publications and web content related to programs in Beijing, China, Delhi, India, and Tokyo and Nagoya, Japan; served as a liaison between Centers overseas and internal departments; coordiated the Student Assistantship Program.

Master'S Degree

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