Program Coordinator, Study Abroad

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The Program Coordinator for UM Study Abroad promotes and coordinates activities for UM study abroad programs. This includes managing student recruitment advising outbound and inbound students application enrollment and pre-departure orientation; program operations; and program assessment and evaluation.

Compensation:

$52000

Specific Responsibilities:

• Coordinates logistics and administration of study abroad programs
• Assists in recruitment marketing and effective execution of programs abroad.
• Assists with student tracking in program databases; compiles & analyzes data; prepares reports.
• Coordinates the collection analysis & reporting of required information for surveys review documents public information documents etc.
• Analyzes evaluation data from instructors students participants etc. to assist in program/project development and updates.
• Collects and tracks student forms and assists students in completing application requirements
• Advises students regarding study abroad program selection admissions academic career and development matters.
• Reads & evaluates admissions files and participates in candidate selection.
• Interviews and screens applicants.
• Provides support to Global Ambassador program housed in Study Abroad
• Assists in creating marketing materials in print and multimedia
• Assist in development and uploading of website content for Study Abroad and UGlobal websites
• Coordinates orientation sessions and assists in the production of orientation guides materials and other resources
• Incorporates social media and networking into program/project aspects as appropriate
• Strengthens partnerships with internal and external units by defining promoting and marketing benefits of participation and involvement in programs
• Creates and nurtures relationships with organizations to develop a network of enthusiastic organizations engaged via active participation in the success of program/project.
• Supports the office in development and implementation of program courses activities and materials.
• Troubleshoots problems; performs vendor/account research as needed; obtains additional information or provides instruction & guidance by phone US- or e- mail from customers/vendors.
• Coordinates programming educational student alumni workshops meetings etc. including speakers and agendas.
• Develops plans and arranges meetings workshops events etc. designed to exchange information promote research objectives and to build internal and external relationships within UM.
• Ensures that event details including communication venues presenters travel arrangements materials refreshments and technology are arranged and completed in an appropriate and timely manner.
• Assists the Director and Associate Director as needed in researching new customized or faculty-led programs in alignment with UM study abroad mission
• Adheres to program/project mission values guidelines and policies.
• Reviews programs/projects to increase efficiencies to support growth.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors in international studies international education or related field preferred
• A minimum of 1-3 years of professional work experience in study abroad and/or international program management and administration
• Prior experience studying living or working abroad
• Experience working with university staff students and faculty
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage international initiatives for a student audience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Intermediate knowledge of word processing spreadsheet email and database software programs
• Well-developed organizational skills and the ability to independently prioritize and handle multiple tasks turning general instructions into specific action steps
• Ability to quickly and effortlessly change direction based on new/changing priorities
• Proven problem solving skills and attention to detail
• A relevant combination of education and experience may be considered

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent computer skills including in-depth knowledge of spreadsheets word processing databases and presentation software packages
• Experience with Terra Dotta/Studio Abroad software
• Foreign language skills
• Familiarity with regional and national education abroad networks and resources

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