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This position is a multi-functional position within International Academic Programs (IAP), a unit in The International Division, which serves as the largest study abroad office at UW-Madison. IAP administers more than 240 campus-wide study abroad, exchange, and domestic study away programs and annually sends over 1,600 UW-Madison students abroad. Further information about IAP can be found at: http://www.studyabroad.wisc.edu

Diversity and inclusion are primary values for IAP and are integral to achieving our strategic goals. We seek candidates with an awareness of and commitment to the principles of diversity and inclusion across all spectrums.

The Study Abroad Advisor oversees a portfolio of study abroad programs which involves student advising, working with staff and faculty at UW-Madison and program contacts within the U.S. and abroad. The Study Abroad Advisor provides direct services to students who apply for, participate in, and return from study abroad programs. The duties of the Study Abroad Advisor include, but are not limited to, the following:

Primary duties include:
1. Manage, with considerable independence of action, service functions associated with a portfolio of study abroad and exchange programs. Work will include program publicity and student recruitment, administrative tasks, pre-departure preparation, student assistance during the study abroad experience, and returned student services.

2. Counsel and advise students (prospective, applicants, participants) about the various aspects of study abroad program opportunities.

3. Counsel and advise students and parents on student preparation and personal needs throughout the study abroad experience.

4. Serve as liaison between IAP and cooperating faculty, staff, and academic departments relating to the portfolio of programs and academic department partnership efforts.

5. Gather and analyze information about programs including student evaluations, with the goal of identifying & implementing areas for program improvement and development, and maintaining high academic standards.

6. Assist with organization of campus visits of program leaders and abroad staff, providing training to these individuals, and guests from partner universities related to assigned programs.

7. Communicate with program offices to coordinate the flow of information between sites abroad, partner institutions, and the home office.

8. Update and maintain procedure manuals for Program Leaders and other on-site staff.

9. Travel to program sites abroad as necessary to monitor programs and to implement agreed upon adjustments.

10. Work as part of a team to manage the work of the office related to study abroad program administration. Assignments may include: conducting and/or organizing public presentations; hiring, training, and supervising students; providing information about services abroad; developing and updating orientation materials and assisting with group orientations; advising resources for scholarships; incoming exchange student services; academic policies and procedures; data report compilation, analysis, and presentation.

11. Assist in preparing for and/or attending various meetings regarding specific study abroad programs, departments, or other university initiatives.

12. Participate in a rotation of being on call for study abroad emergencies when office is closed (evenings and weekends).

13. Other duties and special projects as assigned by the supervisor or IAP Director.

The Assistant Director/Regional Manager, under the purview of the Executive Director, collaborates with students, faculty, and staff to enhance and develop study abroad and U.S.-based opportunities at Duke. This position provides comprehensive management to a large portfolio of Duke-administered study abroad/away programs; oversees Duke student enrollment in foreign institutions and programs in assigned geographic regions; supervises a small staff of full- and part-time employees; and assists in office operations, including long-range strategic planning, policy decisions and analysis, and crisis response. This position reports to the Executive Director of the Global Education Office (GEO).

1. Operations Management (15%)
• supervise and regional-based monthly and biweekly staff and student workers to fulfill expectations of the office for service provision and administration
• monitor work flow of assigned staff and student workers
• engage in staff hiring processes and performance reviews
• assist executive director in evaluation and revision of all study away procedures, policies, and forms
• working with business office, manage summer and semester program budgets to ensure fiscal responsibility, timely issuing of contracts, and oversight of balance of expenditures
• confer with Duke’s legal counsel’s office and Corporate Risk Management Office on matters regarding compliance, liability & risk
• work together with GEO health/safety/security team to manage crises, establish protocol and procedure, and evaluate risk management issues for programs under his/her supervision

2. Research, Evaluation, and Strategic Development (10%)
• serve on GEO senior leadership team guiding implementation of the university\'s and GEO\'s strategic plans
• review and analyze course and program evaluations
• conduct research on other institution’s study away practices and policies
• assist Duke faculty in identifying and developing new study abroad/domestic programs and initiatives
• serve as non-voting, ex officio member of the Global Education Committee
• coordinate external reviews for assigned semester programs and coordinate and participate in internal reviews for assigned summer programs per established assessment cycle

3. Outreach and Advocacy (5%)
• promote curriculum integration with assigned academic departments
• coordinate program information sessions for assigned Duke programs
• oversee revisions of program-specific marketing publications and the GEO website
• serve on university-wide committees and working groups by appointment of executive director or university administration
• represent Duke at state, regional, national, and international professional organization activities and conferences

4. Semester Program Management (35%)
Serve as Administrative Director and/or GEO liaison for a portfolio of Duke-administered semester programs, such as Duke in New York, Duke in Los Angeles, Duke in D.C., etc.
• oversee hiring and training of on-site staff
• coordinate student recruitment
• oversee processing and review of student applications
• act as principle liaison to students, faculty, parents, and on-site offices
• liaise with host universities to enroll students, maintain Duke academic rules and regulations, and provide logistical support
• participate in annual program-specific budgeting process
• conduct site visits as needed, in consultation with the executive director
• plan and conduct pre-departure orientations for students in collaboration with faculty directors for individual programs; review and revise pre-departure orientation materials
• coordinate external reviews for assigned semester programs
• manage course approval process with academic departments and ensure student compliance with university policies
• respond to requests for information

5. Summer Program Management (20%)
Administer portfolio of Duke summer programs, such as Duke in China, Duke in Silicon Valley, Duke in Chicago, etc.
• meet with interested faculty about new program development process; work with faculty to prepare program proposals for presentation to Global Education Committee
• train summer faculty directors
• oversee program budgets and expenses, and participate in annual budget process, including vendor contract origination and negotiation
• engage in promotion and marketing of programs, oversee web and print publications of promotional materials
• oversee student recruitment and application process in conjunction with GEO staff
• manage enrollments
• coordinate with other GEO assistant directors/regional managers to assure consistency and implement improvements/revisions in program management, policies, procedures, and publications
• collaborate with summer program directors to establish and maintain academic standards for the programs
• plan and conduct pre-departure orientations for students in collaboration with faculty directors
• liaise with Registrar concerning student registration, grade reports, and transcripts
• coordinate with Bursar and Office of Undergraduate Financial Aid on financial aid budgets and consortium agreements
• manage course approval process with academic departments and ensure student compliance with university policies
• conduct site visits and organize periodic program reviews with designated faculty or senior-ranking administrators as needed
• trouble-shoot issues with parents and respond to requests for information

6. Program Provider and Student Services (10%)
• serve as primary GEO liaison to partners and program providers in assigned geographic areas
• coordinate GEO response to unfavorable academic and conduct checks
• liaise with the Office of the Dean of Student Affairs to review Students of Concern list and develop appropriate responses
• work with the Student Disability Access Office to assist with securing accommodations for students
• handle all post-enrollment problems for students enrolled in programs located in assigned geographic region of responsibility
• serve on crisis management team for student emergencies
• participate in rotation for 24/7 GEO emergency cell phone coverage

7. Other Duties as Assigned (5%)

The Undergraduate Program in Central European Studies (UPCES) at CERGE-EI in Prague is seeking a North American Representative in the U.S. to recruit and promote CERGE-EI’s tuition-based academic programs, including UPCES, the International Economics and Finance (IEF) program, and the Master’s (MAE) in Applied Economics program.

The N.A. Representative will represent the program in the U.S. to prospective students, universities, and colleges. The N.A. Representative will plan, coordinate, and implement recruitment activities for specific universities and colleges (such as Study Abroad Fairs), in addition to travel nationally to seek new partnerships.

The N.A. Representative will coordinate the attendance of UPCES at U.S. conferences, as well as manage print and web advertising, subscriptions, and organization dues in the U.S. While the representative will act to maintain strong relationships with additional partners, his/her primary responsibility will be to identify and enroll new partner schools of the quality UPCES/CERGE-EI seeks.

The ideal applicant should have familiarity with U.S. students studying abroad and have a genuine interest in their academic and personal lives. To receive consideration, please 1) submit a cover letter and resume, and 2) include a 300-400 word statement on why you would be interested in this opportunity.

Please send cover letter, resume, and statement of interest to Nicki.Norris@cerge-ei.cz by the closing date – 31 August 2018.

Works as part of the ACT enrollment management office, including all ACT programs with special responsibilities for North America.



Assists in the implementation of the Enrollment Management Plan for North America, provides input on marketing, produces digital promotional material when needed, communicates study abroad relevant content via ACT social media channels. Participates in study abroad and trade fairs. Oversees Study Abroad Ambassadors network. The position requires significant travel.

POSITION OVERVIEW
International Studies and Programs (ISP) at Michigan State University is seeking to fill the position of Education Abroad Curriculum Integration Specialist in the Office for Education Abroad. MSU has a high-volume, high-profile education abroad operation. The Office for Education Abroad has over 25 professional international educators who collectively support nearly 3,000 MSU education abroad participants each year. The curriculum integration specialist will join an energetic team charged with managing the MSU education abroad programs portfolio, consisting of the associate director and seven program coordinators.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Education Abroad Curriculum Integration Specialist, under the direction of the associate director,
 develops, implements, maintains and promotes education abroad curriculum integration initiatives
 develops, updates and disseminates major-specific advising resources
 works closely with MSU’s 17 degree-granting colleges and their departments to identify appropriate curricular opportunities for education abroad participation
 assists in the development of new programs to help meet curricular requirements
 develops and maintains a course equivalency database
 in collaboration with MSU’s Office of the Registrar and the colleges, coordinate the academic course approval and transcripting process
In addition, the curriculum integration specialist will serve in a liaison capacity to one or more MSU colleges, administrative units and affiliated provider organizations; will provide leadership for one or more focus areas/functions within Education Abroad, such as program evaluation, undergraduate research, ongoing orientation, etc.; and contribute to the office-wide promotion and outreach strategy.

The position will also be encouraged to contribute to the profession of education abroad, which may include attending regional, national and international conferences, and planning and implementing faculty and staff site visits. The position will be similarly encouraged to contribute to the field of education abroad, which may include producing scholarly publications, conducting outcomes assessment research, etc.
ABOUT ISP, MSU, AND THE EAST LANSING COMMUNITY
Throughout its 50+ year history, Michigan State University’s International Studies and Programs (ISP) has provided leadership to facilitate cross-college and cross-content research and project collaborations. Such collaborations over time have resulted in a strong network of relationships on the ground in countries facing the world\'s most pressing problems and promising opportunities. ISP’s international units and institutes work on behalf of the entire university to mobilize Michigan State University’s research capacity, enhance educational programs, strengthen international experiences, support foreign language instruction, and build international partnerships.
MSU is one of the largest university campuses in the U.S. with a beautiful campus of 5,000 tree-filled acres. It has 17 degree-granting colleges and is a center for academic and research activities as well as the arts and athletics. The campus sits between Lansing (Michigan’s capital city) and East Lansing. The Lansing area has a population of 350,000 and offers lovely suburban areas, loft condominiums and other urban living opportunities as well as easily accessible rural areas. A symphony orchestra, excellent health care, many community and professional theatres, rivers, lakes, outdoor festivals, close access to large cities and Lake Michigan make for a near perfect living environment.
MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and person with disabilities.
MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

The Student Affairs and Program Coordinator is responsible for promoting students’ intercultural learning and
development at NC State Prague. This staff member should possess the knowledge, skills, emotional awareness, and
maturity to work with a diverse student population and multi-cultural team of colleagues. High levels of competence are
expected in the performance of his or her duties and responsibilities.

The primary responsibility of this position is to develop and implement structured and intentional programming that
encourages cross-cultural engagement that leads to a more in-depth development among students.
● Develop and assess intercultural student learning outcomes
● Develop, organize and participate in social events (open houses, concerts, dinners/receptions, etc.), ensuring
students receive optimum exposure to and integration with host culture
● Promote and develop real links between students and the host student community
● Advise and assist students in their integration into the local community
● Act as a general information resource to students, e.g. holidays, community alerts, reminders of deadlines,
information regarding extra-curricular events, opening times, etc.
● Create/Revise “Student Services” electronic manual each year
● Contribute to the Pre-Departure Conference each semester
● Maintain resources about the host city, important addresses, walking tours, tourist information, etc.

The position is also responsible for student care and emergency response, overseeing orientation and arrival, organizing excursions, along with some additional administrative duties.

WHO WE ARE:


- We’re travelers, positive-thinkers and doers
- We help students discover the world
- We really do believe in “work hard - play hard”
- Open and collaborative – we all work together
- We’re global - we have programs all around the world
- Our Absolute company culture is strong, vibrant and definitely unique

WHO YOU ARE:

- You are self-motivated, energetic, passionate – you thrive in a small team and fast-paced environment
- You’re a natural communicator (in both English and Spanish) and love talking to people on the phone, email and in-person
- You believe in the benefits of travel
- You know you can sell and you’re not afraid to prove it
- You want to be part of a young international team that motivates and inspires you
- Going above and beyond is the only way you do things
- You excel at problem-solving and are extremely detailed-oriented

THE ROLE:

Combine your strengths in communications (both Spanish and English), customer service, sales and relationship building to help our students discover the world. Your role is to build relationships with host companies via email-, phone- and in-person meetings and to help develop new internship opportunities for our students in Madrid, Dublin and London. In this high-paced role, you must combine a high-level of professionalism with strong sales instincts and relationship building skills to ensure our students the best internship experiences possible in Europe.

The Placement Manager’s Responsibilities:

- Prospecting host companies to secure new internship opportunities via phone and email.
- Managing existing and new employer relationships to ensure they accept our intern candidates. While you will be assigned some existing employer relationships, you will focus primarily on the development of new internship opportunities.
- Liaise and communicate with our students via phone and email before and during the entire process.
- Program Operations Support that requires onsite support during summer period and overseas travels during extended periods.

WHO WE ARE:

• We’re travelers, positive-thinkers and doers
• We help students discover the world
• We really do believe in “work hard - play hard”
• Open and collaborative – we all work together
• We’re global - we have programs all around the world
• Our Absolute company culture is strong, vibrant and definitely unique

WHO YOU ARE:

• You are enthusiastic, energetic, super-organized – you thrive in a small team and
love to communicate with people in English! (if you speak any other languages, that\'s a bonus!)
• You believe in the benefits of travel and love telling other people about it
• You know how to sell over the phone and love talking to people over the phone
• You want to be part of a young international team that motivates and inspires you
• Going above and beyond is the only way you do things
• You excel at problem-solving- and are extremely detailed-oriented

THE ROLE:

Combine your strengths in customer service (English) to help our students discover the
world. Your role is to market our programs to students, identify eligible candidates and lead a smooth enrollment process with them. In this organized role, you must combine a high-
level of professionalism with strong organizational skills to ensure our students the best
preparation possible.

The Enrollment Coordinator’s Responsibilities:

• Review and approves students’ applications for our programs
• Coordinate admissions interviews
• Prepare acceptance and rejection letters for reviewed applicants
• Ensure admissions compliance with the visa and labor laws of the selected country
• Provide statistical analysis of incoming students to the Management Team
• Providing application advice by telephone
• Serve as the first point of contact for prospective or current applicants
• Interact with candidates in a professional manner via email-, phone- and in-person,
in line with the brand values and principles

WHO WE ARE:

• We’re travelers, positive-thinkers and doers
• We help students discover the world
• We really do believe in “work hard - play hard”
• Open and collaborative – we all work together
• We’re global - we have programs all around the world
• We’re organized and driven - and we have really high standards
• Our Absolute company culture is strong, vibrant and definitely unique

WHO YOU ARE:

• You are enthusiastic, energetic, super-organized – you thrive in a small team and
love to organize things!
• You’re a role model for leadership and know how to manage people.
• You’re a natural communicator (in English of course, but also in other languages!) and love talking to people
• You believe in the benefits of travel and your believe that love is in the small details
• You want to be part of a young international team that motivates and inspires you
• Going above and beyond is the only way you do things
• You excel at problem-solving-, multi-tasking and are extremely detailed-oriented
• The challenge of coming up with innovative solutions to seemingly impossible problems excites you, especially when it comes to improving student/customer satisfaction and growing a company.

THE ROLE:

As our Operations Director, you will work closely with our Co-Founders and you will be a driving force in accelerating student growth with our dream team. No small detail is too small – you’ll work to enhance our operations from every aspect. You will strategically identify challenges and opportunities for Absolute Internship to improve our results, increase student/customer satisfaction and the execution of our programs around the world.

You will review operations with our management to see what is working – and then coach, train, consult with our team to make them even better. Be involved in every aspect of our operations: whether it’s working with our admissions team to help grow student numbers or our marketing team to create more efficient operations, you will play a crucial role in our team for our students to benefit.

The Operations Director’s Responsibilities:
• Manage overall programming budget across multiple programs across the world.
• Set targets for our annual programs around the world. Develop action plans to reach those goals. Develop proactive plans and approaches to meet identified needs.
• Analyze customer statistics and provide reports on major benchmark measurements.
• Manage, negotiate and support the overall programming budget across multiple cities across the world.
• Lead team unit and manage multiple staff members.
• This position requires frequent travels to all our program locations across the world.

WHO WE ARE:

• We’re travelers, positive-thinkers and doers
• We help students discover the world
• We really do believe in “work hard - play hard”
• Open and collaborative – we all work together
• We’re global - we have programs all around the world
• We’re organized and driven - and we have really high standards
• Our Absolute company culture is strong, vibrant and definitely unique

WHO YOU ARE:
• You are enthusiastic, energetic, super-organized – thrive in a small team and love to manage- and help people grow!
• You love sales. It’s in your DNA.
• You’re a natural communicator in English (if you speak any other languages that is a bonus) and love talking to people.
• When you hold a presentation - people listen. You excel at conferences and fairs and people love connecting with you.
• You are results-driven and hands-on. You believe nothing is impossible - if you have the right attitude and an entrepreneurial spirit.
• You thrive under pressure, and enjoy fast-paced work environments.
• You believe in the benefits of travel and your believe that love is in the small details.
• You want to be part of a young international team that motivates and inspires you.
• Going above and beyond is the only way you do things.

THE ROLE:

Combine your strengths in customer service (English) and managing a team to help our students discover the world. Your role is to manage a team to market our programs to students, identify eligible candidates and lead a smooth enrollment process with them. In this organized role, you must combine a high-level of professionalism with strong organizational skills to ensure our students the best preparation possible.

The Enrollment Manager’s Responsibilities:

• Manage overall corporate relations across multiple locations across the world with hundreds of companies and organizations.
• Implement global strategy to recruit internationally-minded, ambitious students for our global internship programs around the world from our office in Barcelona.
• Represent Absolute Internship at various fairs, conferences, and events and hosting info sessions around the world.
• Advice prospective students on the programs in person or via telephone and guiding them through the enrollment process.
• Manage team and consistently meet and exceed all team enrollment targets.
• Create and manage timelines, calendars, and training schedules for team.
• Ensure admissions compliance with the visa and labor laws of the selected country.
• Analyze and provide statistical analysis of enrollment data.
• Identify and implement opportunities to enhance customer experience.
• Execute a State of the Art customer service approach.
• This position requires frequent travels to all our program locations across the world.

Position Title: Resident Lecturer in Environmental Policy & Socioeconomic Values
On an annual basis, teach the Environmental Policy and Socioeconomic Values course during two semester sessions and one-third of the two summer courses. Lead designated components of the Center\'s Strategic Research Plan and, as part of this, oversee, mentor, and grade the student directed research projects related to these research lines.

Location:
The SFS Center for Marine Resource Studies
South Caicos, Turks & Caicos Islands

Reports to:
Center Director and Office of Academic Affairs

Course Overview:
The Environmental Policy and Socioeconomic Values course is designed to assist students in understanding the political, legal, economic, ethical and social pressures that influence the environment and the community’s attitudes toward development.

Issues to be addressed will likely include: social and political systems (TCI and Caribbean); economic status of South Caicos (within context of TCI and Caribbean); Environmental policy (marine and terrestrial); Political Ecology; Artisanal fisheries in the TCI and Caribbean; Anthropological and sociological aspects of community development; Politics and processes of environmental regulation including protected areas management; Environmental/ecological economics (marine emphasis); Social survey techniques; Globalization on the local and regional community; Tourism, Pollution impacts (terrestrial and marine); Marine protected areas.

In addition, the empowerment of local people in the creation of sustainable development projects will be examined within the context of the current development plans for South Caicos. This course is based on a comprehensive approach that encompasses management, economics, policy, legal and social issues. The Environmental Policy and Socioeconomic Values faculty will work closely with our Tropical Marine Ecology, and Marine Resource Management faculty to deliver an inter-disciplinary program. The successful candidate will provide high quality, experiential teaching and participate fully in the implementation of the center\'s multi-year research plan that addresses these issues.

Applicants are encouraged to review the course syllabi and programs descriptions on the SFS website:
http://www.fieldstudies.org/tci

Duties and Responsibilities:

Educate students about the complexity of local development, management, and conservation issues through field-based teaching, scientific research and training
Create a rich mosaic of research questions centered on supporting functional ecosystems while balancing the needs of human communities
Empower local communities and decision makers to address their sustainable development challenges through applied research that informs local decision making
Contribute to the scientific community through the dissemination of research, including peer-reviewed publications or presentations at professional meetings

Teaching

As part of an interdisciplinary teaching team, teach one third of the academic program (minimum 60 instructional hours per semester)
Plan, revise, and effectively deliver a challenging, problem-based interdisciplinary curriculum
Organize lectures and prepare course materials in a timely and professional manner
Adhere to the daily academic schedule
Prepare, administer, and grade assignments, quizzes, mid-term and final examinations in a timely manner
Supervise and mentor 8 to 12 students in their directed research projects each semester
Actively support and counsel students on academic issues
Maintain records of: lectures, exams, quizzes, readings, field experiences and homework assignments

Research

Conduct designated research according to the center\'s current strategic research plan
Identify appropriate components of the center\'s research suitable for student Directed Research projects
Prepare research results for clients and partners and/or for publication and conference presentations
Assist in the creation and implementation of center research policies, priorities, budgets as required
Implement appropriate data management and record keeping
Present research findings at local and international conferences (budget dependent)

Administration

Participate in planning activities prior to the program start and in review/analysis following students\' departure
Participate in training activities for new center staff prior to and during the program, particularly interns
Participate in and lead parts of the orientation and re-entry components of the program presented to students at the beginning and end of each program period
In cooperation with other center staff, provide day-to-day coordination of Interns as delegated by the Center Director
Participate in resolving group management issues and student discipline problems
Participate in preparation of the final reports, academic handbook revisions and other required reports
As requested by the center director, assist with other logistical, group management and administrative tasks

Safety & Risk Management

Take responsibility, as an individual and as a member of the center faculty/staff team, for the safety of all program participants
Participate in the review and revision of center risk assessment and management plans
Recommend and review policies and procedures needed to manage risks
Know the emergency procedures plan for the center, including evacuation plan
Participate in the safety portions of the on-site orientation and conduct safety briefings for students and/or staff
Complete incident reports when appropriate and contribute to safety audits
Comply with, actively model, and enforce all SFS and center policies and procedures
Ensure that first aid certifications are kept up to date via periodic courses offered by SFS between program sessions

Daily Center Life

Live on-site (or in an approved off-campus site) for the duration of each program period and take some meals with the students
On a rotating basis, take responsibility for center-specific \"staff of the day\" duties
Take part in, and occasionally lead community outreach, center upkeep projects, social and field activities
At the request of the center Director, serve as caretaker for center during program breaks and center rentals
Drive standard transmission vehicles and boats as needed
Adhere to, actively model and enforce all SFS and center policies and procedure


Start Date:
Mid-August 2018

Compensation and Benefits:
Salary is dependent on experience and qualifications. Comprehensive benefits package and on-site room and board included.

To Apply: Submit a cover letter outlining relevant experiences and addressing the qualifications and expectations stated above and curriculum vitae online. Recommendation letters will be required upon request.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Inquiries about the position may be directed to the SFS Dean, Mark Seifert at academics@fieldstudies.org.

Position Title
Site Manager

Location:
The SFS Center for Marine Resource Studies in South Caicos, Turks & Caicos Islands

Institutional Mission:
SFS creates transformative study abroad experiences through field-based learning and research. Our educational programs explore the human and ecological dimensions of the complex environmental problems faced by our local partners, contributing to sustainable solutions in the places where we live and work. The SFS community is part of a growing network of individuals and institutions committed to environmental stewardship.

Program Focus:
SFS is working with the Turks and Caicos\' Department of Environment and Coastal Resources (DECR) and the National Park Service to develop management strategies to help conserve marine biodiversity and provide economic opportunities for island residents. Student field research is helping to provide the local government, community, and tourism developers with recommendations that will help sustain the economic, social, and ecological stability of South Caicos

Start Date:
As soon as possible

Reports to:
Center Director

Position Summary:
The purpose of this full time, year-round, position is to:

Oversee and coordinate regular maintenance and repairs of buildings, grounds, vehicles and vessels
Assist with administrative duties such as purchasing, bookkeeping, and inventory management


Duties & Responsibilities:

Operations

Maintain property, physical plant, vehicles, boats, and equipment of the Center so as to ensure safe and efficient operation of the Center’s programs and to protect the value of the School’s physical assets
Coordinate with local contractors & mechanics to arrange for site maintenance and repairs of vehicles, boats, and motors
In cooperation with Site Manager Assistant, carry out minor construction projects such as: painting, rust-proofing, weeding, electrical and plumbing repairs. Identify and use local contractors on occasion.
Develop and maintain a preventative maintenance and cleaning program and a maintenance and repair log for vehicles, vessels, equipment and buildings. Recommend appropriate back-up equipment/systems or spare parts inventories needed to ensure smooth operation of program.
Assist in assessing, managing and improving the Center’s use of resources such as water, energy, and waste disposal capacity, recommending and implementing improvements that will make the Center more “green”
Prepare and annually revise Site Maintenance Plan, Site Development Plan and Capital Plan under direction of Center Director
Update the Center Site Operating Manual on an ongoing basis


Bookkeeping

Set up and maintain necessary accounting records and documents
Maintain accurate accounting software bookkeeping entries to track expenditures and budgets, receipts, cash tracking, and accounting and budget reports (Blackbaud)
Reconcile accounts and bank statements on schedule, monthly and annually
Under the supervision of the Center Director and on schedule, prepare and submit accounting data and supporting documents to Headquarters
Prepare other financial reports as requested
Bookkeeping functions including but not limited to: managing cash flow, serving as petty cash fund custodian, paying bills, receiving and tracking local Center revenue
Coordinate payroll for local staff
Work with the Center Director to prepare annual operating and capital budgets and budget revisions to submit to Headquarters
Support annual audit


Purchasing and Inventory

Under supervision of the Center Director, oversee appropriate purchase approval system
Oversee the purchasing of supplies, food, equipment and services needed for the operation of the Center
Set up and maintain Center inventory system with regular reporting to Headquarters
Recommend equipment purchases/replacements or building or site improvements needed to ensure smooth operation of program


Policy

Working with the Center Director, arrange and maintain locally and nationally required records, certifications, insurance, permits and documents as necessary
Work with Center Director and Headquarters, as requested, on legal matters, relations with the local community and governments, and Center development plans
Help facilitate a good working relationship with Center neighbors, local businesses, vendors and community organizations and individuals


Program Support

Participate in planning activities prior to the program start and in review/analysis following students’ departure
Participate in training activities for new center staff prior to and during the program
In cooperation with other Center staff, provide day-to-day coordination of Interns as delegated by the Center Director
Participate in resolving group management issues and student discipline problems
Participate in preparation of the Final Reports and other required reports and/or manual revisions
As requested by the Center Director, assist with other logistical, group management and administrative tasks
Able to work independently and with a team, maintain a flexible schedule, willing to work with faculty and staff to support facilities, open to suggestion


Safety & Risk Management

Take responsibility, as an individual and as a member of the Center staff team, for the safety of all program participants
Participate in the review and revision of Center Risk Assessment and Management plans
Recommend and review policies and procedures needed to manage risks
Know the emergency procedures plan for the Center, including evacuation plan
Participate in the safety portions of the on-site orientation and conduct safety briefings for students and/or staff
Complete Incident Reports when appropriate and contribute to Safety Audits
Comply with, actively model, and enforce all SFS and Center policies and procedures
Ensure that first aid certifications are kept up to date via periodic courses offered by SFS between program sessions
Maintain buildings, site, vehicles and other equipment in a condition which reduces risks to staff and students
Share with Center Director, or other appropriate Center staff, the responsibility of assessing the driving skills of staff and interns and determining the degree to which they can use Center vehicles and boats


Daily Center Life

Live on-site for the duration of each program period and take meals with the students
On a rotating basis, take responsibility for Center-specific \"staff of the day\" duties Take part in, and occasionally lead, Center upkeep projects, social and field activities
At the request of the Center Director, serve as caretaker for Center during program breaks and center rentals
Drive vehicles and boats as needed
Adhere to, actively model and enforce all SFS and Center policies and procedures
At all times, work to ensure good relations between the Center and local community
Participate in Center ‘community service’ projects




Compensation/Benefits
Salary dependent on experience and qualifications, comprehensive benefits including health insurance plan reimbursement, relocation assistance, housing, and on-site meals included.

To Apply:
Submit a resume and detailed cover letter outlining relevant experience online. References will be required upon request.
Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Western Carolina University Office of International Programs and Services (IPS) provides leadership and advocacy for international programs and activities on campus and coordinates the resources necessary to sustain their growth. IPS is the hub of international activities at WCU.

IPS seeks a Study Abroad Advisor who provides leadership on all aspects of the Study Abroad programs with consultation of the Director of International Programs and Services. The Study Abroad Advisor reports to the Director of International Programs and Services.

1. Administer all study abroad programs, which include but are not limited to: exchange, affiliated, and non-institutional.
2. Serve as the primary resource within the Office of International Programs and Services for study abroad programs.
3. Provide advice to students who plan to study abroad.
4. Provide advice to faculty on study abroad program development.
5. Provide leadership in marketing and outreach for all study abroad programs.
6. Communicate with international partners and program/service providers about program specifics.
7. Ensure safety and compliance for all program participants.
8. Manage all data related to study abroad programs.
9. Manage study abroad scholarships.
10. Oversee study abroad orientations, study abroad fair, and related events.
11. Supervise graduate assistant and student workers.
12. Other duties as assigned.

Salary: up to $50,000
Position Type: Permanent Full-Time

Western Carolina University
Founded in 1889, WCU is a public, regional, comprehensive university and one of the seventeen campuses of the University of North Carolina System.

WCU enrolls over 10,000 students and is supported by over 600 faculty and over 900 staff and is situated 53 miles west of Asheville where it maintains an instructional site at Biltmore Park. WCU is located in the heart of the beautiful southern Appalachian Mountains near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Qualla Boundary, home of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, and within a 150 mile radius of Atlanta, Knoxville, and Charlotte.

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, and veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.

Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.

This position is responsible for the administrative oversight of the college’s accounting for global programs and sponsored programs, including related policies and procedures, compliance, budgeting, projecting and reporting, and foreign currency transactions. This position also is responsible for non-resident alien student and scholar compensation and tax determination and reporting. Financial analysis related to global or sponsored programs is also a primary purpose of this position. This position works closely with the Center for Global Study and Engagement (education abroad and international student and scholar services), the Sponsored Projects Office and all academic departments.

Essential Duties
Provide financial oversight for Global Operations, including education abroad and international student and scholar services; Sponsored Programs Accounting; and non-resident alien (NRA) taxation.
Build budgets, review, analyze and report on financial performance for global programs, including international
endowment and reserve funds.
Prepare and maintain adequate policies and procedures to ensure compliance with audit requirements for all areas of responsibility.
Supervise staff in Financial Operations on global, sponsored programs and NRA duties and job performance, and ensure that
staff is adequately trained and has the resources necessary to perform their jobs and develop professionally.
Direct the coordination and collaboration between campus
offices that closely work with our office, including Center for Global Study and Engagement, Corporate and Foundation
Relations, Financial Aid, etc.
Analyze, process, and coordinate the taxation of College payments to NRAs, including reporting and periodic payments to the Internal Revenue Service.
Coordinate and supervise the annual single audit, FISAP, and SEFA for federal grants, and the year end external audit performed by KPMG on the global and sponsored programs accounting.

Reporting to the Senior Vice Provost for Global Engagement, the Director of NC State Prague supports the goals of NC State Global. The Director is responsible for overseeing all facility and program operations at NC State, to include strategic planning, academic and program development, student affairs, oversight of administrative and accounting functions, outreach, public relations, marketing, crisis management, customized programming, university relations with partner institutions, and human resources for NC State Prague. The Director will also be expected to teach a minimum of one course in their field per calendar year.

The Director will lead NC State Prague in advancing education abroad programs that serve students from diverse academic disciplines. This position is responsible for ensuring a high-quality holistic student learning experience, promoting rigorous academic courses and cross-cultural developmental opportunities.

The Director will serve as the primary liaison with North Carolina State University in Raleigh, North Carolina, including the University’s Office of Global Engagement, Provost Office, NC State Prague staff in Raleigh, and Board of Advisors for NC State Prague. The Director is responsible for ensuring compliance with university policies, rules, and regulations. In working with these offices, individuals, and groups, the Director will exercise leadership to create and execute a strategic vision for the advancement of NC State Prague.

The Office of International Programs at Wofford College invites applications for a creative, student-focused, team-oriented Study Abroad Advisor with excellent communication and customer service skills. Reporting directly to the Assistant Dean for International Programs, the Study Abroad Advisor will be responsible for engaging with the Wofford student body and on and off-campus offices and partners as well as providing opportunities and resources which foster global awareness and intercultural development.
The Study Abroad Advisor is a full-time exempt salaried position, and the normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm. Some evening and weekend hours will be expected along with some domestic and international travel and professional development opportunities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES
Student Advising
• Advise students about study abroad opportunities
• Provide student scholarship promotion and support
• Offer support and programming to diverse student groups on campus
Event Planning and Execution
• Organize and market study abroad events, including pre-departure orientations, re-entry programming, and study abroad fairs
• Provide support and assist with programming for international students
• Collaborate with on and off-campus stakeholders
Marketing
• Create and maintain a variety of marketing materials (brochures, website, etc.)
• Cultivate student engagement through social media platforms
Student Supervision
• Hire, train, and supervise student Global Ambassadors
• Schedule and lead Global Ambassador monthly meetings
Administrative
• Provide administrative and programmatic support to the Office of International Programs
• Prepare study abroad budget sheets for financial aid purposes
• Process student transcripts from off-campus partners
• Other duties as delegated, elected and/or assigned

APPLICATION
Only electronic applications will be accepted. In a single email, please provide the following required application documents: (1) a letter of interest explaining your experience and how you meet the qualifications of the position; (2) a current resume; and (3) three professional references (including telephone numbers and email addresses) in which minimally one reference must be a recent supervisor; to internationalprograms@wofford.edu. Note: Current supervisor will not be contacted without permission from applicant.
For assured consideration, all required application documents must be received by midnight, August 5, 2018. The proposed start date for this position is October 1, 2018.

ABOUT WOFFORD COLLEGE
Wofford College, established in 1854, is a four-year, residential liberal arts college located in Spartanburg, S.C. It offers 25 major fields of study to a student body of 1,650 undergraduates. Nationally known for the strength of its academic program, outstanding faculty, study abroad participation and successful graduates, Wofford is home to one of the nation’s 283 Phi Beta Kappa chapters. The college community enjoys Greek Life as well as 19 NCAA Division I athletics teams.
For more information regarding Wofford College, please visit www.wofford.edu.

SALARY & BENEFITS
Salary will be commensurate with experience. Wofford College provides a competitive benefits package including employer contribution to retirement savings, employer premium contribution to comprehensive major medical insurance, and employer premium contribution to life insurance. Other benefits are available.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The college’s non-discrimination statement, as adopted by the Board of Trustees, is Wofford College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any legally protected status.
Wofford College values diversity within our students, faculty, and staff, and strives to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people. We encourage applications from all underrepresented groups, including persons with varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
It is the policy of Wofford College to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you require an accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at hr@wofford.edu.
A background check will be conducted for finalist candidates. Employment is contingent upon completion of a successful background check and establishment of identity and verification of employment eligibility as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

PAY GRADE: 29E



DEADLINE: JULY 27, 2018



TWO POSITIONS AVAILABLE - UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE, INSTITUTE FOR GLOBAL STUDIES



CONTEXT OF THE JOB:



Under the general direction of the Associate Director for Study Abroad, the Study Abroad Coordinator is responsible for the planning, marketing, staffing, implementation and evaluation of study/travel programs. The Study Abroad Coordinator administers study/travel programs with department faculty and markets programs across campus, recommends and enforces UD study abroad policies and procedures, and manages the post-program evaluation and feedback.



MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:



Manages all aspects of new and existing study abroad programs, advise/guides faculty on program development; web-page updates, pre-departure orientation, distribution of post-program student evaluations.

Monitor program budget planning, collection and review of invoices, cash-advance follow-up

Helps faculty schedule interest and orientation meetings; recruits and facilitates the recruitment of students for study abroad programs; promotional materials

Responds to and resolves student/parents/faculty/residents directors concerns and emergencies overseas.

Produce end of term feedback for faculty directors of study abroad programs.

May acts as liaison with DLLC department for language assessment level.

Provides orientation and interpretations of study abroad policies for faculty program directors

Advise student study abroad ambassadors; select, train, and assign ambassadors to market study abroad at campus recruiting events, accompany international visitors around campus, and welcome international students and visitors as needed;

Assists the Associate Director with various projects as needed.

Performs other job-related duties as needed.

Located in Cleveland, Ohio\'s culturally vibrant University Circle, Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) is one of the nation\'s top universities and offers unlimited opportunities for faculty, staff, and students. CWRU is committed to international education, sending more than 30% of its undergraduate students abroad and hosting more than 2500 degree seeking international students. CWRU received the Andrew Heiskell award for internationalization from the Institute of International Education in 2016.

Reporting to the Executive Director for International Affairs, the Director of Education Abroad will lead the Office of Education Abroad (OEA) at Case Western Reserve University as it continues to develop into a nationally recognized leader in education abroad. The director will have the vision, experience and implementation skills to effectively design, promote and coordinate innovative and accessible education abroad programs for students. The director will work closely with faculty and staff on campus to development collaborative relationships, aligning the goals of the OEA with academic departments to create a culture of education abroad. The director will also keep informed of the latest trends and best practices related to education abroad, being engaged in appropriate professional organizations. Supervising a small education abroad staff, as a part of a larger international affairs initiative, the director will be a part of the leadership team in the Center for International Affairs (CIA) and will help the university engage internationally.

Essential Functions

Lead the Office of Education Abroad by designing and implementing a strategic vision for education abroad at CWRU, with clear goals of increasing education abroad accessibility to all undergraduate and graduate students. Develop and implement an assessment plan to monitor and track success. Oversee the OEA budget and demonstrate fiscal responsibility in the use of CWRU resources. Seek additional capacity and scholarship funding to grow CWRU’s education abroad programs. (30%)

Develop and sustain a rich portfolio of high-quality education abroad opportunities for all students, including but not limited to exchange programs, faculty-led CWRU courses, internships, research opportunities and co-op opportunities abroad. Collaborate with CWRU faculty and staff on educational course development. (25%)

Ensure the provision of high quality support and academic advice for students in all phases of the study abroad process, including, but not limited to, pre-departure, while abroad and returning home. Supervise and streamline the course and credit approval process, working with departmental faculty and other offices on campus. (15%)

Be the lead instructor for the education abroad semester course which includes pre- and post-travel instruction, creating learning outcomes and evaluation tools to support the experiential education component of education abroad. (10%)

Create a marketing and outreach strategy for students and faculty to promote and encourage education abroad activity and awareness.

Represent the Center for International Affairs, in addition to the OEA, as needed at appropriate functions both internally and externally to campus. (12%)

Assist the Executive Director for International Affairs in the development of appropriate risk management policies and procedures for students studying abroad, to ensure CWRU students’ safe travel. (8%)

Description

The Study Away Advisor of the Rinker Center for Study Away and International Education at Furman University is a twelve-month administrative position in the division of Academic Affairs. The Rinker Center for Study Away and International Education consists of a team of four full-time employees and is part of the Center for Engaged Learning that encompasses, study away, internships and undergraduate research and facilitates high impact experiences.

The Study Away Advisor manages a wide range of tasks in support of student participation in Rinker Center for Study Away and International Education. Approximately 54% of Furman students study away before they graduate. The Study Away Advisor serves as the main student advisor for the Rinker Center and is responsible for promoting all study away programs at Furman University, including faculty-led May Experience and semester-length programs, exchange and affiliate partner programs. Additionally, the Study Away Advisor plans and facilitates events such as pre-departure orientation, re-entry programming, and the study away fair. The Study Away Advisor maintains the Terra Dotta study away database for student applications and as a source of program information. The Study Away Advisor monitors the exchange student balance and is the primary correspondent with exchange partners abroad.

Washington University’s office of Overseas Programs has just posted the International Scholarship and Fellowship Advisor position. Candidates can view the description and apply by navigating to https://jobs.wustl.edu/ and searching for International Scholarship Advisor - Overseas Programs, School of Arts & Sciences – job opening number 40772.

The International Scholarship and Fellowship Advisor position is truly a hybrid involving roughly equal parts scholarship and fellowship advising and administration and study abroad advising and program management. This role includes significant responsibility for all facets of international scholarship and fellowships commonly promoted to WU students through the office of Overseas Programs. This includes but is not limited to establishing policies and procedures, promoting opportunities, tracking available funds and scholarship disbursements, advising students and faculty, and managing application processes. The current portfolio of opportunities includes internal awards supporting study abroad and research, Gilman Scholarship, Boren, Critical Language Scholarships, DAAD, Fulbright US Student Program, Yenching Academy and Schwarzman Scholars program. Additionally, the position involves study abroad advising and program management for undergraduates. The portfolio of programs will be determined by the needs of the department as well as the interests and background of the candidate.

Among our priorities as we assess candidates:
Exceptional communication skills and ability to provide constructive feedback on others’ written work
Maturity, professionalism, collegiality, and team orientation
Strong organizational skills
Experience working with undergraduate students in an advising or mentoring capacity, but also ability to work with graduate students, faculty, and campus partners effectively
Experience working, studying, or teaching abroad

Preference for candidates with:
A) Familiarity with the field of study abroad and/or scholarship and fellowship advising
B) Post-graduate studies in an academic discipline that would provide critical framework and content knowledge for reading fellowship applications