Director of Study Abroad

Job Description

Under general direction, the Director of Study Abroad develops and directs study abroad programs, collaborates with faculty on development and implementation of faculty-led programs, creates and serves on the International Programs Advisory Board, and writes and oversees grants for external and internal funding among many other responsibilities listed below.

Responsibilities:

• Direct Study Abroad, including strategy, program planning, and budget oversight.

• Promote international opportunities and a global focus on campus.

• Develop, implement, refine as necessary, and monitor rules and procedures of Study Abroad. Hire, supervise, train, and evaluate staff.

• Support the Executive Director with exchange programs and sponsored student initiatives. Liaise with embassy officials, international education organizations, government officials, international agencies, etc., to achieve global recruiting objectives.

• Administer study abroad programs and manage administrative and risk management issues.

• Collaborate with the Executive Director and faculty on developing and implementing faculty-led programs, conducting site visits, assessing study abroad programs, and collaborating with contracts staff and the Office of the General Counsel staff as necessary to establish and administer affiliation agreements.

• Serve as a liaison for faculty, administrators, and researchers for international activities.

• Collaborate with the Executive Director to achieve the university's global objectives.

• Serve on the International Programs Advisory Board and other committees regarding the university's global initiatives.

• Establish and maintain professional networks with local, state, national, and international organizations.

• Represent the university at approved international education-related events and activities to elevate PVAMU's International profile.

• Write and oversee grants for external and internal funding to support international activities and contractual funding requirements.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in an applicable field.

• Five years of related experience developing or managing international programs.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

• Knowledge of website development and social media.

• Knowledge of international study program best practices and policies, laws, and regulations affecting education abroad students.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

• Effective problem-solving skills.

Preferred Education

• Master's degree in an applicable field.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent decision-making and organizational skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including cross-cultural competencies.

• Ability to communicate and work effectively with constituencies including, students, parents, faculty, administrators and external groups (e.g., international institutions, U.S. government officials and officials/individuals from other countries, community leaders.)

• Proficient using standard office software applications.

Job Posting Close Date:

• Until Filled