Coordinator, International Initiatives

Virginia Commonwealth University•Richmond, VA

22h•$52,000 - $58,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Join the School of Business as the Coordinator of International Initiatives and lead efforts that connect students to global opportunities. In this role, you’ll manage international partnerships, support inbound student experiences—from recruitment through orientation and housing—and coordinate study abroad programs, bringing together logistics, communication, and student-focused programming in one impactful position. The Dean’s Office seeks a highly motivated and qualified Coordinator of International Initiatives. The coordinator, reporting to the Associate Dean of Academic Programs and Student Success, will manage a broad portfolio focused on global partnership growth both for inbound student recruitment and support, as well as study abroad opportunities for students. The role balances administrative duties, such as managing budgets, coordinating partnership agreements and tracking study abroad funding, with hands-on student support including housing coordination, "concierge" orientation services, and professional workshops. Additionally, the position provides logistical oversight for outbound programs.

Requirements

Experience coordinating projects and initiatives across multiple teams and external stakeholders.
Ability to support outreach, engagement, and relationship-building activities using both virtual and direct communication methods.
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment, as well as strong organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S without the need for employer sponsorship

Nice To Haves

Experience in international recruitment and admissions.
Experience in facilitating international agreements, and supporting the implementation of new institutional partnerships.
Proficiency in creating, reconciling, and tracking budgets.
Ability to coordinate complex logistics

Responsibilities

Partnership Management: Leading communication between VCU Global Education Office, School of Business stakeholders, and identified international partners.
International Student Recruitment: Provide virtual recruitment support specifically for identified international partners.
Agreement Coordination: Facilitate the signing of MOUs and agreements, and oversee the administrative implementation of new partnerships.
Admissions & Enrollment Support: Assist with student funnel management, anticipating enrollment numbers, and communicating directly with prospective students.
Orientation & Student Services: Coordinate specialized orientation sessions and other relevant student services, including the organization of OPT and Work Authorization workshops.
Logistical Coordination: Manage international student housing in coordination with VCU Housing specifically for international partnership students.
Study Abroad Funding: Track and distribute student study abroad funding
Program Execution: Manage logistics for outbound programs School of Business study abroad programs covering housing, transportation, contracts, and event space reservations.
Financial Administration: Create, reconcile, and track budgets for the four specific indices that fall under the International Initiatives umbrella.
Cultural & Special Events: Organize international student events as needed.
Other duties as assigned.