Eric Jackson

About Eric Jackson

I am a servant leader at its core. My greatest skills include: providing direction and leadership toward the achievement of an organization’s philosophy, mission, strategy, and its annual goals and objectives; directing financial activities and making decisions based on plan and policies developed in concert with the executive staff; obtaining contributions, contracts, grants, and in-kind donations to support organization’s programs and services; building strong relationships with stakeholders that support ongoing projects and open the door to growth opportunities; leveraging on growth opportunities and improving business practices to drive efficiency and achieve operational excellence; developing and improving projects qualitatively and sustainably through effective research and implementation. I currently hold a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) and a Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.), as well as certifications in Project Management, Grant Management, Diversity and Inclusion, with a strong passion for continuous learning and development.

Experience

1. Vice President and Chief of Staff

   West Virginia State University

   May 2020 — Present · Institute, WV, US

   Serve as the Board Liaison for the WV State Board of GovernorsServe as the WV Higher Education Policy Commission LiaisonDirect President’s Office staffOversee Legislative AffairsRespond to inquiries regarding the universityRespond to request on behalf of the PresidentHandle matters of policy and institutional importance Handle matters involving university officials, community and government leadersOversight of Information Technology Strategy and PersonnelOversight of Marketing and Communications Strategy and PersonnelAccomplishments:Development of the reopening plan in response to the COVID-19 pandemicSuccessful coordination of Board of Governors meetings Approval of revisions and implementation of Board of Governor policiesApproval of Committee ChartersDevelopment of Annual Legislative AgendaRestructured grievance processStrengthen Technology Infrastructure with $1.8 Million partnershipLeveraged State and Federal funds to strengthen wireless and broadband capacityStructured Marketing and Communication Branding ManualRestructured Marketing and Communications Office for efficiency