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The Study Abroad Advisor will advise undergraduate students for Belmont-approved study abroad programs; assist with aspects of the application, selection and enrollment process; assist with processing transcripts; coordinate pre-departure, re-entry, and campus-wide orientations; assist with the development and implementation of marketing for study abroad; liaise with Belmont faculty and administration on study abroad-related initiatives and program management. S/he will work directly with students, faculty, staff, program providers, partner universities and parents of Belmont students.


Advising. Manage a portfolio of short-term and semester-long programs, and student application process for 400-500 applicants. Advise students and parents as needed related to program selection, application submission, course registration, and financial process.


Communication. Develop, distribute, and maintain study abroad informational and promotional materials (print and web). Regularly inform students, parents, academic units about opportunities available for Belmont students. Coordinate campus-wide communication of study abroad opportunities - promote study abroad programs through Global Fair, information sessions (Study Abroad 101), and Provider/Partner visits.


Academics. Coordinate and manage academic aspects of study abroad, including but not limited to, course pre-approval process, assisting with processing of transcripts for courses taken abroad, ongoing conversations with academic faculty about approved courses for students.


Internal/External Relationships. Serve as a representative of the Office of Study Abroad for students, parents, faculty, and campus constituents regarding study abroad opportunities, fairs, information sessions, convocations, etc.


Student Volunteers. Coordinate and manage student volunteers to continue the promotion of study abroad opportunities amongst students and university community

How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position, include your salary requirements, and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary
ABOUT THE STEPHEN M. ROSS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
The Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan is a diverse learning community grounded in the principle that business can be an extraordinary vehicle for positive change in today\'s dynamic global economy. The Ross School of Business mission is to develop leaders who make a positive difference in the world. Through thought and action, members of the Ross community drive change and innovation that improves business and society.

Ross is consistently ranked among the world\'s leading business schools. Academic degree programs include the BBA, MBA, Part-time MBA (Evening, Weekend, and Online formats), Executive MBA, Global MBA, Master of Accounting, Master of Supply Chain Management, Master of Management, and PhD. In addition, the school delivers open-enrollment and custom executive education programs targeting general management, leadership development, and strategic human resource management.

Purpose
This position advises students regarding academic and co-curricular global learning opportunities beyond the traditional classroom at Ross. The Global Education Advisor will also have responsibility in the applications and admissions process to Global Initiatives programs, program development, intercultural learning development, health and safety compliance, and on-site leadership of programs. This position may have supervisory responsibility.

Responsibilities*
Duties and Responsibilities
Contribute to our positive and inclusive work community by building trusting partnerships across the school, continually learning, creating impactful experiences, and working with a sense of ownership for outcomes. Approaches this work with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in mind; treating others with respect, dignity, and in a manner where individuals feel they belong; listens, values feedback, and learns from the perspectives of others.

Advising
-Act as the main point of contact and advisor for Ross students (and non-Ross UM students interested in participating in Ross programs) regarding academic and co-curricular global learning opportunities beyond the traditional classroom and support the integration of these programs into their degree programs.
-Advise students about program design and requirements, including but not limited to student learning goals, course selection/equivalencies, and application guidelines. Advising takes place through walk-in hours, individual appointments, and via telephone and email.
-Respond to student, parent, faculty and staff inquiries during the various stages of off-campus program participation including pre-application, pre-departure, on-site, and post-experience.
-Act as content experts and coaches in international education and help Ross students design, navigate and integrate their experiences.

Program Development
-Manage the development and execution of a portfolio of sponsored academic and co-curricular programs.
-Gather information on partner institutions, organizations, or field sites – through conversations, research, and site visits.
-Work with a portfolio of partner institutions, organizations, and faculty closely throughout the entire process of program development through post-program evaluation.

Application and Admissions Management
-Coordinate and manage applications and make admissions/participation decisions for Global Initiatives programs either independently or in consultation with an admissions committee.
-Maintain accurate student records and prepare reports for areas of responsibility.
-Develop and inform the application and admissions processes, in concert with the Global Initiatives team.

Pre and Post-Departure Program Development
-Promote intercultural learning and student development through the design and delivery of orientation programs, online learning content, presentations, and written educational materials.

Health and Safety Compliance/Emergency Response
-Ensure compliance with UM and Ross travel policies and requirements listed in our Standard Practice Guides. Advise students, faculty and staff on these policies.
-Review and develop student health and safety plans and develop recommendations as appropriate.
-Participate in on-call emergency rotation and provide initial guidance and consultation for emergency issues involving student travelers.
-Advise on-the-ground responders as to the proper course of action in compliance with established UM policies and procedures.

On-Site Program Leadership
-Play the staff lead role on short-term programs, ensuring high-quality execution and helping students meet development and learning goals through leadership, reflection, and attention to individual student needs and circumstances. Advisors must possess and exercise excellent judgment and high level crisis management ability.

Supervision
-Provide supervision and ongoing professional development for temporary student staff.

ACCENT is an independent study abroad program provider with more than 25 years experience working with over 60 American colleges and universities to provide high quality study abroad programs. ACCENT works with schools to develop unique overseas study experiences in Paris, Florence, London, Madrid and Rome. Our San Francisco headquarters works in unison with the ACCENT Study Centers overseas to provide comprehensive support for the programs both before departure and throughout the program overseas.





The Assistant Partnership Coordinator manages programs administratively from initial budget to the final contract from within our San Francisco Center. The position focuses on overseeing program and partnership agreements with various higher education institutions, and may include travel to conferences and campus visits. The Assistant Partnership Coordinator works closely with staff in ACCENT’s San Francisco Center as well as the five overseas ACCENT Study Centers.





Responsibilities:


-Establish and maintain relationships with a large number of institutions


-Negotiate program content with portfolio of higher education institutions (administrators and faculty)


-Evaluate and revise budgets


-Write and proof contract proposals


-Verify content of program contracts, appendices and addenda


-Attend conferences and make campus visits

Earlham College is seeking qualified candidates to serve as the Executive Director of the Center for Global Education. This is a full-time, 12-month administrative faculty appointment. Salary is commensurate with experience, and includes a benefits package.

The Center for Global Education at Earlham is a strategically significant academic and co-curricular center for the College combining high-impact work in off-campus study, internships, and advising (for both international students and all students in their EPIC program). The College is seeking a senior, visionary, and effective administrative leader with more than a decade of experience in higher education who can capably lead this vital area while working collaboratively with teaching faculty and other units of the College.

The Center is a core component of the College’s innovative EPIC initiative, which aims to integrate high-impact experiential learning into every student’s liberal arts academic experience over four years. The “EPIC Advantage” program is administered through the Center and funds every student at the College to have at least one research, internship, or project-based experience in their four years.

The successful candidate will have significant experience in higher education administration, preferably within a small, liberal arts context, in addition to a strong and developed understanding of experiential learning in higher education. A demonstrated track record of success in integrating these high impact practices into the curriculum, working effectively alongside teaching faculty, and shaping programmatic outcomes to institutional strategic goals is essential. The Center for Global Education at Earlham is strongly supported by faculty as a central component of the liberal arts experience.

The Executive Director will focus on all aspects of leading a strongly integrated and strategically effective Center. Major areas of oversight include off-campus study (both semester long programs and short-term), the EPIC Advantage program, international student advising, internships, and career/EPIC advising.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

-Responsible for the strategic direction, vision and mission of the Center at Earlham with a particular attention to the articulation and promotion of the possibilities and opportunities of a liberal arts education.

-Direct supervision of the Center faculty responsible for off-campus study, summer internships, international student advising and EPIC/career advising.

-Supervision and oversight of the Japan Study Program in Tokyo and management of the Border Studies Program in Tucson, Arizona, and the associated faculty in those programs.

-Risk management for off-campus study programs.

-Collaboration with other teaching faculty associated with the EPIC initiative including the Directors of the EPIC CoLab Centers (Global Health, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, and Social Justice).

-Outreach and collaboration with partnering academic departments and programs to integrate off-campus study, internships, and EPIC advising into existing curricula.

-Active involvement in representing the College and the Center at admissions and alumni gatherings, professional associations, conferences and associated events.

-Supervision and oversight of budgeting and accounting for all areas within the Center.

-Collaboration with the Great Lakes Colleges Association (GLCA).

-Participation in administrative leadership, including projects designated by the Academic Dean, and service on college committees.

This position is located in the Office of Global Opportunities (OSU GO) in the office of Undergraduate Education at OSU. OSU GO is the central education abroad office at OSU supporting students across all academic areas in their pursuit of study, internship, or other experiences abroad. OSU GO works closely with academic units to develop new and improve existing education abroad opportunities for their students and faculty, and with key administrative units to ensure the safety and security of OSU faculty and students abroad.

This employee will serve as a liaison between study abroad students and OSU GO for questions related to billing and finance for OSU education abroad programs. Additionally, this employee will be the primary contact for the majority of fiscal processes within OSU GO which support on campus operations, off campus operations and staff, and partner institutions. On occasion this position may be asked to consult on financial issues related to global transactions relevant to activities of the OSU GO.

The Director of International Education coordinates all aspects of the International Education program, including study abroad/study away, non-credit international experiences, and international student recruitment and support. The Director also provides leadership for International Education, including formulating and implementing a vision for International Education and campus internationalization. The Director assists in recruiting, advising and counseling prospective international students for Elmhurst College, by seeking opportunities to expand recruitment contacts, participating in recruiting events, and positively contributing to the attainment of new student enrollment goals. The director provides extended orientation and support services for international students and serves as a supplemental advisor for international students who matriculate to Elmhurst College.



Essential Functions

1. Develops and implements strategic internationalization goals in line with the campus strategic plan, mission, vision and values. This includes providing high quality study away programs for Elmhurst undergraduate and graduate students, as well as providing strong recruiting and advising support for incoming international students.

2. Advises students on a wide variety of international and domestic study away programs.

3. Coordinates design and publication of promotional materials; Promotes study abroad at campus events; Provides overall direction for the study away website.

4. Implements improvements for existing study away programs as needed; Develops programs addressing wide academic, financial, and regional interests; Maintains approved programs list and evaluates if adjustments are needed.

5. Supports faculty in the development, implementation, recruitment, evaluation, and assessment of faculty-led programs.

6. Builds budgets, manages finances, and monitors costs for international programs. Coordinates with campus partners on financial aid and billing.

7. Assesses risk and manages liability for international programs. Serves as primary emergency responder for overseas incidents.

8. Develops and facilitates pre-departure and re-entry programming for study away students.

9. Builds relationships with prospective first-year, transfer, and graduate international students and families by informing them about College programs and admission procedures by maintaining effective positive relationships through outstanding customer service.

10. Plans and executes a schedule of communications with international prospective student contacts, and respond to inquiries in a timely and effective manner.

11. Participates in on-campus visitation programs sponsored by the Admission Office, including specifically being the point person for the international summer immersion programs for prospective students.

12. Utilizes the Slate CRM to run queries and track prospects’ progress through the enrollment process.

13. Demonstrates knowledge about general international admission practices and industry trends.

14. Maintains relationships with international partners, affiliate organizations and campus stakeholders.

15. Serves as the PDSO (Primary Designated School Official) to ensure compliance with all government regulations regarding international students; Maintains knowledge of both SEVP policies concerning academic programs and F-1 student visas regulations.

16. Oversees orientation, advising and programming for international students.

17. Develops an ongoing system of program evaluation and assessment.

18. Supervises professional staff and student employees.

19. Generates operational reports and analyses.

20. Demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous improvement.

21. Supports mission, vision, and values.



Other duties and Responsibilities:

1. Serves on-campus committees, as assigned, and on the UMAIE Consortium Board.

2. Engages in continuing professional development activities.

Elon University is seeking candidates for an entry level, full-time, 12 month position as Global Engagement Advisor. This person will join a team of international education professionals to contribute to Elon’s strategic institutional goal of providing 100% access to a global engagement for students.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This position will:
• Take a primary role on the Short-Term, Faculty-led Programs team, which includes management of a subset of primarily January (winter term) programs
o Develop and monitor program budgets; maintaining short-term program communication channels, documentation, and website content.
o Engage and collaborate with diverse stakeholders including faculty, parents, students, other Short Term Team members, internal GEC staff members and external Elon administration, government personnel, vendors, and service providers
• Assist in pursuing Elon University’s strategic goal of 100 percent access to global engagement.
• Support University initiatives around equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Manage a portfolio of programs including study abroad affiliate and bilateral exchange programs.
o Maintain relationships with affiliate partner providers/exchange partners while keeping up to date on academic offerings and individual program details.
o This includes but is not limited to academic advising, program selection, career document advising, visa application processing, etc.
• Advise students regarding short-term, semester and summer global engagement opportunities.
o Duties include application management in TerraDotta and keeping program pages/materials updated throughout the year.
o Become familiar with Elon degree plans, the Elon Core Curriculum and Elon’s global engagement student learning goals.
• Lead study abroad / Study USA pre-departure orientation sessions for assigned set of programs. Orientations include logistical information, cultural learning opportunities, family orientation webinars, and visa processes.
• Address student and parent concerns on a variety of issues in a compassionate manner.
• Pursue professional development opportunities in support of role and duties, in alignment with University goals, and in order to contribute to the field of international education.

It is expected that this person will collaborate with others in the office on strategic planning for global engagement, issues of risk management, curriculum integration and all aspects of successful global engagement programming and work on other projects as assigned.

Amherst College invites applications for the Assistant Director of Global Education. The Assistant Director of Global Education is a full time, year round position, job group and level PT-2. The Assistant Director advises students, designs and implements events, and develops resources for study abroad and domestic study opportunities. Advises students on academic and personal goals, and expectations of study away at Amherst, including credit and non-credit bearing opportunities. Plans events and collaborates with key campus partners, student groups, and third-party program providers to promote a range of opportunities for students. Develops and maintains a social media presence that communicates the goals and mission of the office. Supervises student employees. Facilitates visits from study away programs and exchange partners to campus. Takes appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participates in the College\'s efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.

Key Responsibilities

Student Advising

• Work one-on-one with students to advise on appropriate programs for credit and not-for-credit.
• Guide students through petition process for non-approved programs, e.g., research programs, communicate with faculty advisers, and presents student petitions to faculty Committee on Global Education.
• Engage in sensitive communication with students, including topics such as managing physical and mental health off campus, accommodations, academic and disciplinary standing.
• Oversee and maintain student records College data.

Programming and Resource Development

• Create and implement signature events for the office (e.g. international photo contest).
• Collaborate with academic departments, cultural resource centers, student groups, and returned study away students to plan new events (e.g. STEM majors abroad, first-gen/low-income considerations).
• Develop pre-departure programs that help prepare students for time off campus by addressing topics such as cultural adjustment and navigating social identities in a new context.
• Develop re-entry programs that help students returning to campus understand and process topics such as reverse culture shock and collaborate with the resource centers and academic departments to develop programs that would help students integrate their experience back on campus.

Social Media and Communications

• Create weekly Mailchimp newsletters for prospective students, as well as occasional check-ins with students currently off campus and those who have recently returned.
• Maintain WordPress blog, including proofreading/editing post drafts and providing feedback to students, as well as uploading completed posts.
• Manage social media platforms (i.e. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) and post content for student outreach, event promotion, etc.
• Develop and implement social media campaigns that align with and promote the mission and vision of the Global Education Office.
• Develop and maintain webpage including resource pages. Create forms, surveys, etc.

Student Workers Supervision

• Interview and hire student employees (e.g. interns, bloggers).
• Provide regular training and guidance to student interns.
• Assist interns in creating and implementing social media campaigns and co-sponsored programming with student organizations and the resource centers.

St. Norbert College a nationally-ranked, private, Catholic, liberal arts college is seeking a Study Abroad and Off-Campus Programs Advisor. This position will work closely with students at all phases of the study abroad process, including promotion and outreach, program and academic advising, pre-departure programming, support while abroad, and re-entry programming. The advisor also will assist in program administration, assessment, and development, including the design of short-term, faculty-led programs.

The College offers an outstanding benefits package including health, dental, and life insurance, retirement plan; paid time-off and tuition waiver.

For best consideration, applications should be submitted by April 22. However, applications will continue to be accepted until position is filled.

St. Norbert College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of our people, ideas and talents. We welcome individuals with diverse experiences, backgrounds, and skills to join our college community in our pursuit of inclusion and excellence. Applications from members of underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged.

The Regional Director will be responsible for implementing a strategy to maintain existing key account institutional relationships, identify and pursue potential new institutional partners, cultivate opportunities for customized, faculty-led programs and recruit students for AIFS academic year, semester, summer and January term study abroad programs. The Regional Director will be responsible for meeting annual enrollment goals for the assigned territory. The Regional Director will manage a territory of assigned states within the U.S. and is remotely based within the Mid-Atlantic region (Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and West Virginia). Extensive travel is required.

Responsibilities:

Maintain and develop close relationships with key account universities and colleges in an assigned region that typically enroll at least 10 students a year. This is a critical responsibility of the position.
Represent AIFS at universities and colleges within an assigned territory, maintaining relationships with study abroad administrators and developing new relationships with faculty, department heads and provosts/vice provosts for international education.
Develop relationships with affiliated colleges and universities that typically send fewer than 10 students with the aim of increasing enrollment.
Persuade new universities to affiliate with AIFS. (note: this goal is secondary to key account management responsibilities).
Write monthly reports to be sent to Stamford outlining the calls on universities made and the status of our relationship with key accounts.
Develop and implement annual/semester plans for meeting school relationship and student recruitment goals in coordination with their supervisor.
Attend key study abroad fairs. Work with the VP for University Relations to arrange for AIFS admissions and marketing staff, and alumni ambassadors where possible, to cover secondary fairs and events.
Consistently update school relationship data, identifying trends that indicate changes and need for intervention, especially to maintain relationships with key accounts.
Promote Customized Faculty-led and hybrid opportunities to partner institutions in assigned territory.
Track trends and policies affecting international education and keep central office informed of developments.
Represent AIFS at appropriate national and regional meetings and conferences and alumni meetings.
Monitor travel and expense budget

Position Title: Program Assistant

About SFS:

The School for Field Studies (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.



Position Summary:

Working closely with the Centre Director, Faculty and Student Affairs Manager to provide support in the areas of Academics, Programming and Operations. This includes program delivery, field assistance, logistics, program safety and risk management and student life.



Reports to:

Center Director and the Office of Academic Affairs, with communications with Safety and Student Life. Routine supervision may be delegated to Faculty, Student Affairs Manager or Site Manager as appropriate..



Contract Dates:

August 26, 2019 through August 17, 2020



Duties & Responsibilities:



Academic: (60% time)



Assist faculty with coordinating and executing academic and research activities

Provide support in on and off-site field exercises

Mentor students in various skills (such as writing, statistics, presentations) based on aptitude and hold study groups as outlined from faculty



Student Group Dynamics/Student Life: (30% time)



Assist in preparations for and carrying out orientation, group field trips, field exercises, camping trips, center projects and community outreach

Facilitate students performing their required tasks in support of the residential aspects of program (chores, food preparation, recycling efforts, center clean-ups, outreach projects)

Adhere to, actively model, and enforce all SFS and Center policies, procedures, and rules



Administrative/Logistical/Program Support: (10% time)



On a rotating basis, act as \"staff of the day\"

Assist with administrative or logistical tasks such as planning, running errands, record keeping, and routine maintenance of site and equipment as requested

As requested by the Center Director, assist with other logistical, group management, and administrative tasks

Help develop Center sustainability projects



Compensation/Benefits:

Salary, travel and health insurance reimbursement. Onsite room & board is provided.



To Apply:

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

The Office of International Affairs has an opening for a full-time University Staff (unclassified) Director of Global Education position.
The Office of International Affairs is seeking a Director for the Office of Global Education. The position is located on the downtown University of Colorado Denver campus (CU Denver) and serves both the downtown and the Anschutz Medical Campus. The Office of Global Education, within the university’s Office of International Affairs (OIA), oversees all global education at CU Denver, including programs serving undergraduate and graduate students as well as medical residents. CU Denver is a diverse, urban and public research I university committed to offering rewarding international learning experiences to all students that prepares them to successfully engage in a global community.

The Director of Global Education has primary responsibility for the development, growth, oversight, and promotion of high quality, high-impact education abroad experiences for CU Denver and Anschutz Medical Campus students. CU Denver has committed to Generation Study Abroad and is active in national and international organizations that foster international education and growth. The Director will oversee all aspects of faculty-led short-term and semester programs, global education programs delivered by third party providers, international internships, and will support various forms of health professions’ student learning and research abroad experiences.

Job Responsibilities:
Provide day-to-day leadership and management of an experienced, high-performing team of international education professionals.
Focus and facilitate the team to accomplish three main strategic goals: Maximize Study Abroad Student Enrollment, Enhance Study Abroad Experiences, and Maximize Operational Efficiencies.
Lead the OGE team in the transition to the new LynxConnect space in the Tivoli, collaborating very closely with other units moving to the space (Experiential Learning Center, Career Center, and Undergraduate Research) to create an unparalleled student experience.
Perform unit management responsibilities including: fiscal responsibility for the department budget, strategic planning, planning of effective events, and administrative coordination to implement operations.
Oversee recruitment, hiring, orientation, training, supervision, and professional development of OGE staff; oversee annual performance evaluation process, ensuring consistent use of all applicable policies and procedures; and conduct personnel management as needed.
Oversee reporting on student participation, trends in study abroad, program evaluation, and strategies issues for university and external audiences.
Manage agreements with affiliate third-party providers and the study abroad aspects of foreign university partnerships.
Review institutional contracts and agreements approved for study abroad and exchanges in collaboration with the Legal, Finance, and Procurement offices.
Collaborate with academic units to ensure the successful marketing and delivery of academically engaged international education programs with proactive international risk management.
Collaborate with administrative offices including but not limited to the Bursar, Registrar, Financial Aid, Experiential Learning, Career Center, Undergraduate Research, etc. to enhance the study abroad experience and promote opportunities for learning.
Advise campus stakeholders on potential risks related to health, safety, security, and finances and develop and maintain effective risk management policies and procedures to manage student’s study abroad experiences, in collaboration with the International Risk Management Committee.
Develop policies to support student success and minimize risk and liability by maintaining awareness and understanding of: current domestic and global affairs related to travel health/safety/security, university policies, insurance policies, visa and immigration regulations, partner institutional policies, and the standards of best practices in the field of international education
Advise students, faculty, staff and parents on the institution’s administrative policies and procedures
Program Development and Delivery
Collaborate with CU Denver faculty, departments, colleges, and schools and with international partners/organizations to develop and sustain an array of high-quality, high-impact, study, research, internship, and experiential learning opportunities abroad that meet the educational needs and goals of CU Denver and CU Anschutz Medical Campus’ diverse student, faculty, and staff.
Work to fully integrate study abroad into CU Denver | Anschutz student learning and success.
Help faculty prepare to lead study abroad or Global Study programs through effective orientation and pre-departure sessions which address student wellness and student life concerns as well as associated CU Denver policies and procedures
Develop and direct new programs and partnerships from initial outreach and development stages through final program assessment and reporting in partnership with various internal and external stakeholders
Develop successful marketing campaigns to actively promote CU Denver study abroad programs
Promote and represent international experiences as an institutional educational priority by working closely with the Schools and Colleges, Admissions, and Student Affairs.
In consultation with Academic Departments, advise students to ensure that international experiences are well-integrated into an academic plan.
Works with OIA Leadership, OIA Finance, and program leaders to create program budgets that ensure consistency and transparency in tuition and fees.
Collaborates with the Office of Advancement to strategize and execute scholarship initiatives that lower the financial barriers to student enrollment.
Support and communicate with students currently studying abroad, and their parents as appropriate and respond to issues and problems as they arise during their program.
Develop, implement, and refine student pre-departure and re-entry sessions to continuously improve student preparation for their experience abroad as well as improve their re-acculturation and integration of their international experiences.
Manage a portfolio of global education programs as agreed with leadership.
Visit overseas sites as needed to meet with program staff, faculty, students and other academic contacts.
Other duties:
Establish and maintain professional networks and relationships with strategic national and international organizations and agencies and other professional higher education organizations related to international education and diversity.
Serve on college-wide committees, as needed.
Manages special projects and initiatives as assigned.
Employment Condition: Must be able to travel domestically and internationally.

SIT Study Abroad is recruiting for an Academic Director for its program Morocco: Field Studies in Journalism and New Media. The program is based in Rabat with excursions to Ouezzane and other locations in Morocco. The start date will be July 1, 2019.

General Description:
SIT Study Abroad Academic Directors (AD) manage SIT’s undergraduate study abroad programs located in 42 countries worldwide. The program themes vary from development and social change to arts, environmental studies, post-conflict transformation, health, and human rights. All SIT Study Abroad programs emphasize field study while examining critical global issues in keeping with the broader organizational missions of peace and social justice. SIT’s educational model focuses on cultural immersion as its primary heuristic component and uses theories of experiential education to inform its curricula and augment student learning. The academic centerpiece of most SIT Study Abroad semester programs is the independent study project. This component weaves together theory and practice and synthesizes the other program coursework.

Scope of work:
The Academic Director is responsible for the planning, delivery, and supervision of the academic program offered by SIT Study Abroad at its assigned program location. The Academic Director is responsible for ensuring program academic excellence and facilitating student learning experience in a safe environment. The Academic Director is also the primary manager for the program site and is responsible for supervision of local staff, budget planning and oversight and financial reporting.
The Academic Director represents SIT Study Abroad in the program location and is responsible for developing and maintaining positive relationships with local partners.
The Academic Director must remain current in their particular areas of expertise and familiar with in-country issues and practices in higher education.
The Academic Directors will generally work under one or two year contracts. When required by local law, the Academic Director will have a local employment contract. The position is full time for the entire contract period.
The Academic Director is the primary manager for the program site and is responsible for supervision or local staff, budget planning and oversight, and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities
1. Academic Management
• Curriculum development and academic oversight;
• Advising in matters regarding academic program delivery and scheduling;
• Organizing and delivering the students\' initial cross-cultural orientation and components of the thematic and research methods courses, in their areas of expertise, as appropriate;
• Where appropriate and in consultation with the Academic Dean, teach one or more of the academic components;
• Designing and coordinating a fully-integrated educational experience to facilitate student learning through classroom sessions, language instruction, field-based activities, and homestays. Facilitating the linkages between and among each of these various components;
• Where applicable, working with the language coordinator and language instructors to ensure highest quality, field-based language instruction;
• Generally guiding and advising students in both their cross-cultural learning processes and academic experiences - thus serving as an educator/teacher in the broadest sense by assisting students to draw substantive connections from among different aspects of the experience;
• Conducting the program review and academic evaluation at the end of the program and, in programs with an independent study project or internship, submitting a narrative and rubric-based evaluation of the student’s work.

2. Program Management
• Managing program administration and operations in compliance with local laws and regulations;
• Negotiating cost-effective program services and managing the program budget;
• Making recruitment and termination decisions for local program staff in collaboration with the Academic Dean and World Learning Vermont Human Resources office;
• Supervising local program staff, including mentoring, training, and regular performance evaluations;
• Maintaining regular communication with the headquarters of SIT Study Abroad in Brattleboro, Vermont, USA and submitting detailed, timely reports, as required;
• Facilitating a constructive relationship between SIT students and host country nationals and program partners;
• Negotiating and maintaining updated agreements with local partner organizations;
• Participating, when requested, in the writing and editing of program materials, advertising materials, catalog copy, country information.

3. Student Health and Safety
• Providing student support for medical, personal and security issues in collaboration with Student Affairs division, the supervising Dean, and local staff.
• Maintaining up-to-date program contingency plans, based on current and reliable information concerning health and safety risks of the local environment.
• Communicating emergency procedures and protocols to student participants, program staff, home stay families.
• Providing culturally appropriate strategies and advice to maximize safety and well-being.

4. Program Development & Promotion
• Assisting Academic Dean with new program development;
• Collaborating with the SIT Graduate Institute and Comparative and Custom Programs division in developing proposals for customized programs and participating in their successful implementation;
• Meeting with program visitors and assisting in the development and implementation of Faculty site and other program visits;
• Representing SIT Study Abroad at professional conferences or meetings;
• Participating in SIT governance and visiting sending schools, when required;

5. Other duties as assigned.

The nature of the AD job is such that ADs may be called upon during irregular hours to deal with emergencies.

Position Title:
Student Affairs Manager (SAM)

About SFS:
The School for Field Studies (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.

Position Summary:
The SAM works closely with the Center Director to coordinate all non-academic components of the program, including risk management, group dynamics, community engagement, and daily program operations.

Location:
Current openings for the SAM position are in the following SFS locations:

Paro, Bhutan
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Puerto Natales, Chile
Atenas, Costa Rica
Kimana, Kenya
Bocas del Toro, Panama
Iquitos, Peru
South Caicos, Turks and Caicos


Program Schedule:
SAM contract durations vary by location:

Bhutan: August 2019 to July 2020
Cambodia: August 2019 to July 2020
Chile: August 2019 to May 2020
Costa Rica: June 2019 to August 2020
Kenya: August 2019 to July 2020
Panama: June 2019, August 2019 to July 2020
Peru: August 2019 to July 2020
TCI: June 2019 to August 2020

All positions are required to attend a week-long training at the SFS Headquarters in Beverly, MA from August 12 to 16, 2019 prior to departing for the field.

Reports to:
Center Director

Duties & Responsibilities
Under the oversight of the Center Director, the SAM, as an individual and as a member of program faculty/staff team, will:

Student Affairs:

Deliver in-country orientation and ongoing training to students in the areas of community building, critical thinking, cross-cultural issues, conflict resolution, self-awareness, communal living, and health and safety
Act as a resource to students for their program-related and personal needs
Facilitate communication within the student group and between staff and students
Preemptively monitor and address individual student and group attitudes and behavior
Keep the Center Director informed of potential problems
Participate in resolving group management issues and student discipline problems
Facilitate establishment and support of student committees

Safety & Risk Management:

Take responsibility for the safety of all program participants
Adhere to, actively model, and enforce all school-wide and program rules and polices
Coordinate incident reporting system and on-site safety audits
Ensure that Incident Reports are provided to SFS headquarters
Submit a Risk Management Plan to SFS headquarters prior to field trips
Participate in the review and revision of program risk assessment and management plans
Coordinate the program’s emergency plans, including for evacuation and fire safety
Recommend and review policies and procedures needed to manage risks
Coordinate the safety and health portions of the on-site orientation
Maintain all medical kits and safety supplies

Community Outreach:

Work with program faculty/staff to develop and implement community outreach activities
Arrange recreational programming for students within the local community
At all times, work to ensure good relations between the program and local community
Organize and facilitate guest speakers from the community

Program Support:

Coordinate and communicate scheduling of program to students as needed
Participate in training activities for new program staff prior to and during the program
Provide periodic reports, marketing materials, and student input to SFS headquarters
Participate in preparation of final reports and program field preparation guide revisions
In cooperation with other program staff and as delegated by the Center Director, provide day-to-day coordination of interns
Participate in planning activities prior to program start and in review post-program
As requested by the Center Director, assist with other logistical, group management, and administrative tasks

Daily Program Life:

Live on-site for the duration of each program period and take meals with students
On a rotating basis, take responsibility for Program-specific staff of the day duties
Ensure that all staff understand the responsibilities of the staff of the day role
Take part in, and occasionally lead, program upkeep projects, social, and field activities
Serve as program caretaker during breaks as requested by the Center Director
Drive standard transmission vehicles and outboard motorboats as needed

Position Title:
Student Affairs Assistant (SAA)

About SFS:
The School for Field Studies (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.

Position Summary:
The SAA works closely with the Center Director and Student Affairs Manager to provide support in all non-academic components of the program, including risk management, group dynamics, community engagement, and daily program operations.

Location:
Current openings for the SAA position are in the following SFS locations:

Yungaburra, Australia
Puerto Natales, Chile
Rhotia, Tanzania


Program Schedule:
SAA contract durations vary by location:

Australia: August 2019-August 2020
Chile: August 2019 to May 2020
Tanzania: August 2019 to August 2020All positions are required to attend a week-long training at the SFS Headquarters in Beverly, MA from August 12 to 16, 2019 prior to departing for the field.


Reports to:
Center Director.
Day-to-day supervision may be delegated to Student Affairs Manager, Faculty, or Site Manager as appropriate.

Duties & Responsibilities:
Under the oversight of the Center Director, the SAA, as an individual and as a member of the Center faculty/staff team, will assist in the following areas:

Student Affairs

Assist in delivery of in-country orientation and ongoing training to students in the areas of community building, critical thinking, cross-cultural issues, conflict resolution, self-awareness, communal living, and health and safety
Act as a resource to students on their program-related and personal needs
Facilitate communication within the student group and between staff and students
Preemptively monitor and address individual student and group attitudes and behavior
Keep the Center Director informed of potential problems
Participate in resolving group management issues and student discipline problems
Facilitate establishment and support of student committees and organization of student tasks necessary to support residential aspects of the program (e.g. chores, food preparation, recycling efforts, center clean-ups, outreach projects)


Safety & Risk Management

Assist in monitoring the safety of all program participants
Adhere to, actively model, and enforce all school-wide and Center rules and polices
Ensure that incident information and reports are provided to SFS headquarters
Assist in the submission of a Risk Management Plan to SFS headquarters prior to field trips
Participate in the review and revision of Center risk assessment and management plans
Assist in coordination of the Center’s emergency plans, including for evacuation and fire safety
Maintain all land-based medical kits and safety supplies


Community Outreach

Work with Center faculty/staff to develop and implement community outreach activities
Arrange recreational programming for students within the local community
At all times, work to ensure good relations between the Center and local community
Organize and facilitate guest speakers from the community


Program Support

Coordinate and communicate scheduling of program to students as needed
Participate in training activities for new Center staff prior to and during the program
Provide periodic reports, marketing materials, and student input to SFS headquarters
Participate in preparation of final reports and Center field preparation guide revisions
In cooperation with other Center staff and as delegated by the Program Coordinator, provide day-to-day coordination of interns
Participate in planning activities prior to program start and in review post-program
As requested by the Program Coordinator, assist with other logistical, group management, and administrative tasks


Daily Center Life

Live on-site for the duration of each program period and take meals with 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
Assist with administrative or logistical tasks such as running errands, driving personnel and students, record keeping, and routine maintenance of site and equipment as requested

Position Title:
Program Intern

About SFS:
The School for Field Studies (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.

Position Summary:
The purpose of the Program Intern position is to provide support in the areas of program delivery, academics, research, group dynamics, logistics, program safety, risk management and site maintenance. Interns assist faculty with classroom work, field exercises, and various research projects. Interns also assist the Student Affairs Manager (SAM) in the planning and implementation of student group activities and operations.

Location:
Current openings for the Program Intern position are in the following SFS locations:

Paro, Bhutan
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Puerto Natales, Chile
Atenas, Costa Rica
Bocas del Toro, Panama
Iquitos, Peru


Program Schedule:
Program Intern contract durations vary by location:

Bhutan: August 2019 to July 2020
Cambodia: August 2019 to July 2020
Chile: August 2019 to May 2020
Costa Rica: End of May 2019 to August 2020
Panama: August 2019 to July 2020
Peru: August 2019 to July 2020


Reports to:
Center Director.
Day-to-day supervision may be delegated to Student Affairs Manager, Faculty, or Site Manager as appropriate.

Duties & Responsibilities

Student Group Dynamics

Assist Student Affairs Manager in creating, coordinating and carrying out group field trips, field exercises, camping trips, center projects, and community outreach
Participate in planning activities prior to, and during the program
Participate in the orientation components of the program presented to students
Organize students to perform their required tasks in support of the residential aspects of program (chores, food preparation, recycling efforts, center clean-ups, outreach projects)
Support the SAM in resolving group management issues and student discipline problems
Monitor student morale and assist in solving daily problems at the Center

Academic:

Assist faculty with coordinating and executing academic and research activities
Organize and prepare academic and research materials for faculty projects
Help develop Center sustainability projects
Provide support in off-site field exercises

Administrative/Logistical:

Assist with administrative or logistical tasks such as running errands, driving personnel and students, record keeping, and routine maintenance of site and equipment as requested
Assist in organizing the library, teaching aids, research materials, and projects

Student 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 social and field activities
Participate in community service activities
At all times, work to ensure good relations between the Center and local community

Safety and Risk Management:

Adhere to, actively model, and enforce all SFS and Center policies, procedures, and rules
Participate in the safety portions of the on-site orientation and assist the SAM in conducting safety briefings for students
Maintain the First Aid equipment and help create and document safety procedures

Position Title:
Centre Director

Location:
The SFS Centre for Rainforest Studies (CRS) in Yungaburra, QSLD, Australia

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 Objective:
The primary focus of the Center’s program is tropical rainforest management and restoration, and its effects on the landscape and community. SFS-CRS is located on a 153-acre former grazing farm adjacent to a World Heritage site, near the town of Yungaburra on the Atherton Tablelands. The Center property supports stands of primary and secondary rainforest, including an endangered rainforest type, offering students a field laboratory and experimental site as part of their academic program. The research goals of SFS-CRS are to understand the dynamics of rainforest ecosystems, including the potential impacts of global climate change, and develop rainforest restoration strategies that benefit the local ecosystems and communities.

Position Summary:
The Centre Director is responsible for administering all aspects of the SFS – Centre for Rainforest Studies including academic program design, implementation and evaluation; the Centre’s Strategic Research Plan, including design, implementation, evaluation and grant support; representation of the Centre in local, regional and international arenas; staff management and team building; and oversight of Centre operations, finance and administration.

Reports to: President of SFS

Start Date: August 1, 2019 (somewhat flexible, but no later than August 15th)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Research & Academic Program Management

Work with the SFS Office of Academic Affairs, the Centre team, clients and stakeholders to ensure ongoing implementation and development of the Centre\'s Strategic Research Plan, including adherence to timelines, appropriate involvement of students, publication of results, data management and record keeping, retention of partners and achievement of research goals
Promote the participation of local and international experts and partners in the teaching and research components of the program
Review with the Office of Academic Affairs the academic curriculum and research projects and work with the faculty to update and improve pedagogy and research. Submit fully vetted course syllabi to the Office of Academic Affairs each term
Facilitate and participate in regularly scheduled faculty meetings
Review faculty performance and program evaluations and implement actions to maintain high academic standards
Advise students as appropriate to assist in the success of their academic program
Adhere to and enforce all SFS academic policies for students and faculty

Outreach

Work with HQ staff to identify funding sources in support of Centre research projects and assist in grant-writing
Work with HQ staff to create and publish Centre-specific marketing materials and submit marketing materials to HQ at regular intervals
Actively seek out and participate in outreach activities at the local, regional and national levels to entities such as universities, research organizations, businesses, agencies and community institutions
Serve as primary spokesperson for the Centre
Attend relevant local and international conferences, seminars and workshops
Take part in Centre social and field activities
Work to ensure consistently good relations between the Centre and its stakeholders and neighbors

Personnel Management

Supervise the Faculty, Student Affairs Manager, Site Manager, part time bookkeeper, and all other program associates or assistants
Maintain and support a strong Centre team through regular meetings, open communication, and the creation of an inclusive environment
Collaborate with the SFS Human Resources department to recruit and retain qualified faculty and staff, and to terminate positions as needed, consistent with SFS policies
Monitor performance of Centre staff throughout the year and conduct formal staff performance reviews to set and meet performance objectives

Safety and Student Life Management

Take primary responsibility for overall safety of all program participants, staff and visitors, working closely with the Student Affairs Manager, including the enforcement of Centre vehicle policies and the required driving skills/licenses
In conjunction with the Student Affairs Manager, deliver timely Risk Management Plans and Incident Reports to HQ.
Resolve student discipline or academic honesty problems in cooperation with the Student Affairs Manager or Office of Academic Affairs
Support Student Affairs staff in monitoring and managing student physical health, mental health and overall well being

Fiscal & Facility Management

Ensure sound fiscal management through careful review of the budget and expenditures, working closely with the Director of Finance, Director of International Operations, and the CRS bookkeeper to develop and manage operating and capital budgets
Supervise Site Manager, establishing and carrying out facility and asset maintenance, repair, and replacement as appropriate
Ensure that Centre operates in a manner which is consistent with local, regional, and national laws, regulations and codes
In coordination with the Site Manager and Student Affairs Manager, serve as caretaker for the Centre during non-program and intersession periods

Program Administration

Lead program planning activities prior to semester and summer programs, and debrief following student departures
Ensure that all Centre planning and reporting requirements are completed
On a rotating basis, take responsibility for Centre-specific \"staff of the day\" duties

Compensation/Benefits:

Salary commensurate with qualifications, on-site housing and meals, relocation assistance, and excellent benefits package 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.

Juniata College, winner of the 2012 NAFSA Senator Paul Simon Award for Comprehensive Internationalization, is a liberal arts college in central Pennsylvania, seeks an organized, dynamic, and personable international educator to fill the position of Director of Study Abroad, beginning in June 2019. As an undergraduate liberal arts institution, Juniata is committed to student learning through excellent teaching and intentional community programming. “Juniata\'s mission is to provide an engaging personalized educational experience empowering our students to develop the skills, knowledge and values that lead to a fulfilling life of service and ethical leadership in the global community” (http://www.juniata.edu/about/mission.html). Internationalization began at Juniata with the development of study abroad in the 1970s through faculty-to-faculty, discipline-to-discipline, and institution-to-institution relationship cultivation and development.

The Director of Study Abroad will report to Juniata’s Dean of International Education. The Director will administer study abroad for the college and will serve as a member of a team in the Center for International Education to accomplish the overall mission of internationalization on the Juniata campus and implementation of key strategic plan objectives.

The primary components of the position are study abroad program coordination, advising and promotion of study abroad on the Juniata campus. The position requires direct student support and service. The Study Abroad Director will collaborate with faculty in advising students for study abroad on exchange, third-party and faculty-led programs through orientation, while abroad and upon reentry. The Study Abroad Director will be responsible to guide students through the application, acceptance, registration, orientation, and evaluation processes in a specialized software program. The position will promote study abroad scholarship opportunities and advise students through associated applications for awards and scholarships. The Study Abroad Director will be responsible for planning and implementing study abroad promotion, recruitment and outreach activities, including handling all logistics for events such as the annual study abroad fair and International Education Week activities. The Study Abroad Director will assist the Dean of International Education in implementing policies and processes related to risk management and safety and security for study abroad and assists in responses to crisis management.

Job Summary:
The SMU Study Abroad Coordinator provides administrative and operational support to the Study Abroad Office. This position serves as the primary customer service representative for the department by managing calls, email and walk-in inquiries from students, faculty and staff and providing guidance on the study abroad application process.

Essential Functions:
• Advising and Application Maintenance: Advise students on study abroad opportunities appropriate for major, minor, and university curriculum (UC) requirements. Assist students with course petition process. Review applications and student records, communicate with students about missing documents, and track acceptances to provider programs.
• Event Coordinator and Recruitment: Prepare and organize logistics of SMU Abroad events (study abroad fair, orientations, and smaller events such as workshops, info meetings, etc.). Market study abroad at university-wide events for current as well as prospective students and parents, answering questions about programs, credit, funding, and application processes.
• Academic Support: Perform duties associated with study abroad course enrollment, course set-up, set up of student groups, and placeholder courses.
• Office Operations and Management: Manage departmental email account, answer phones, order supplies and study abroad materials, flyers, and other resources as needed. Assist marketing team, ordering materials and taking inventory.

Salary Range: $47,000 per year

Under general supervision, plans, organizes, coordinates and supports activities, functions and programs in conjunction with faculty members to create accessible, safe, fiscally-sound, and meaningful short-term education abroad opportunities, Summer Faculty-Directed Programs (2-8 weeks in length), for undergraduate and graduate students.

International Coordinators have significant responsibility for their assigned faculty directed programs and primarily work with faculty and vendors; student contact is often indirect or limited in this role.

This individual will directly report directly to the Program Manager, Summer Faculty-Directed Programs, within the Study Abroad Office (SAO), and together, along with four other International Coordinators, will manage the full portfolio of Summer Faculty-Directed Programs. The SAO has a team of 25 total full-time staff members.

Essential Duties

Works closely and collaboratively with faculty member(s), to facilitate, develop and finalize individualized custom program proposals including, but not limited to: budgets, logistics, housing, transportation, health & safety requirements, excursions and curriculum.
Facilitates and prepares, with faculty member(s), the development and maintenance of a program budget and associated course fee(s), prepares disbursements, proposals, recommendations and approvals where appropriate and ensures adherence to and control of budget items.
Requests bids from providers, facilitates contract negotiations with identified vendor(s); prepares all applicable contracts for each program to ensure achievement of stated outcomes and requirements.
Collaborates with various stakeholders within a college to promote study abroad.
Gathers information on high-risk destinations; communicates questions or decisions on health and safety issues to faculty and/or providers as determined by Risk Management, Office of General Counsel (OGC) and Associate Director of International Health, Safety and Security.
Acts as primary contact between third party vendors and faculty; reviews providers’ bid responses to provide guidance/recommendations to faculty identifying differences that may enhance the program from both a content and expense perspective.
Plans, prepares, launches and administers associated web brochure(s) to promote program including descriptive information, cost, program length/timing and application process;
Reviews submitted applications for eligibility criteria, accepts/denies students, and aids in the achievement of required minimum participants.
Prepares Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and Scope of Work for vendors; in conjunction with Risk Management, OGC and Associate Director International Health, Safety and Security evaluates new providers for compliance with ASU standards/requirements.
Working with faculty, coordinates, organizes and delivers pre-departure orientations for students, both in person and virtually; monitors virtual pre-departure orientation required for all students.
Working in conjunction with faculty, facilitates promotion of programs, , holds informational sessions, creates flyers for programs; assists in the planning of study abroad events throughout the year to increase awareness and promote program opportunities to students, faculty and colleges.
Advises students on study abroad program specifics, funding options, and application process; performs follow up as needed to ensure students have the opportunity to complete process; withdraws students as requested.
Assesses programs and makes recommendations for improvements.
Works closely with Disability Access Coordinator in situations involving students with disabilities to discuss needs and required accommodations; reviews requirements with vendor to identify alternative solutions; as needed, may discuss situation with Associate Director for guidance.
Participates in one or more office teams or special projects/initiatives (such as scholarships/financial aid, student orientation and re-entry, equity and inclusion, curriculum integration, and assessment) as assigned.