Global and Community Engagement Fellow

Spartanburg, SC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 19 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Wofford Colleges Office of International Programs (OIP) and Center for Community-Based Learning (CCBL) invite applications for the position of Global and Community Engagement (GACE) Fellow. The GACE Fellow supports both departments providing administrative and operational support managing departmental events and engaging with campus and community stakeholders.

The GACE Fellow is a full-time on-campus position working 37.5 hours/week with regular office hours of 8:30am 5:00pm Monday - Friday. Occasional evenings and weekends may be required. The position is focused on learning especiallyNACEs eight career competencies: career and self-development communication critical thinking equity & inclusion leadership professionalism teamwork and technology. Graduates from 2024-2026 especially those interested in working in the fields of higher education communications event planning community engagement and/or international education are encouraged to apply. This position can be a 1- or 2-year fellowship.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate will have a bachelors degree (preferably from a liberal arts institution) excellent problem-solving skills written and oral communication skills and keen attention to detail. A collaborative approach to work strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build collaborations with diverse communities are essential. The candidate will demonstrate a desire to strengthen Woffords diversity equity and inclusion initiatives including supporting students from historically underserved backgrounds. A demonstrated enthusiasm for learning and professional development and the ability to prioritize and follow through to meet project deadlines are required. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to maintain a pleasant and customer service-oriented demeanor while managing projects simultaneously. Proficiency with technology and interest in utilizing essential department-specific software in improving processes and communication (including web-based resources databases etc.) are essential as are the ability to take initiative anticipate departmental needs and work independently.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

50% Administrative Operational and Customer Service Support

Work closely with both departments on data analysis assessment and marketing programs to students.
Track student engagement in departmental programs using departmental databases and other software.
Manage record-keeping/filing systems database files and calendars for each department.
Process invoices purchase supplies and maintain office inventory.
Submit facilities requests to resolve maintenance needs.
Anticipate departmental needs related to administrative support communications and purchasing.
Contribute to departmental meetings and initiatives.
Supervise student workers as needed. Serve as primary point of contact for both departments from on-and off-campus stakeholders directing calls and inquiries to relevant staff as appropriate.
Respond to emails phone calls and in-person visitors prioritizing urgent matters.
Conducting interviews for departmental student programs.
Maintain web-based databases including communicating with students regarding outstanding documentation.

30% Marketing and Communications

Manage departmental social media platforms including the creation and implementation of social media campaigns.
Support marketing initiatives through the creation of web content and physical marketing materials.
Develop knowledge of the campus and an understanding of its culture.
Respect and maintain appropriate privacy and confidentiality according to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
Meet with prospective students and their families to promote Wofford College initiatives.

15% Events Management

Coordinate with vendors for event needs.
Procure supplies and materials for events.
Contact on-campus partners for room reservations.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders in a timely fashion to ensure program and logistical success.
Promote departmental events.

5% Other Duties as Assigned: As a valued staff of the college the Global and Community Engagement Fellow may be assigned specific projects or to perform College service including participating in College events committees or working groups as elected appointed or assigned. Other expectations include but are not limited to:

Stay abreast of current trends and participate in required trainings or seminars.
Perform related administrative functions or support as required.

ABOUT WOFFORD COLLEGE

Wofford College established in 1854 is a private liberal arts residential college located a few blocks north of downtown Spartanburg South Carolina. Wofford offers 27 major fields of study to a student body of nearly 1800 undergraduates and is nationally known for the strength of its academic program outstanding faculty and study abroad participation. Wofford is home to one of the nations 290 Phi Beta Kappa chapters. The college community supports 19 NCAA Division I athletics teams and numerous student organizations including honor societies professional organizations faith-based organizations Greek life and club sports.

SPARTANBURG SOUTH CAROLINA

Spartanburg is located in upstate South Carolina 30 miles east of Greenville South Carolina an hour from Charlotte North Carolina and three hours east of Atlanta Georgia. Historic Charleston and the South Carolina coast are three hours away and Wofford sits an hour south of the artistic culinary hub of Asheville North Carolina. Spartanburg is a growing diverse community that supports six college and university campuses along with numerous civic arts and cultural associations. It became the first city in South Carolina to join the Government Alliance on Race and Equity and in 2012 became one of five cities nationally to participate in the 10-year Wellville program a national nonprofit initiative dedicated to improving equitable well-being in U.S. cities. Spartanburg and Wofford partner on multiple community equity initiatives including the Northside Initiative which has brought together a diverse group of citizens to revitalize a neighborhood in ways that dont reproduce the harm of earlier urban renewal programs.

EEO STATEMENT

Wofford College values diversity within our students faculty and staff and strives to recruit develop and retain the most talented people. Wofford College does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color creed religion sex sexual orientation transgender status gender identity age national origin disability veteran status or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. For information about Woffords Title IX compliance visit It is the policy of Wofford College to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities for employment. If you require any accommodations to participate in any part of the hiring process please contact