International Program Specialist (VALET)
About The Position
The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking an International Program Specialist to support the Virginia Leaders in Export Trade (VALET) Program. VALET is a two-year international business acceleration program that provides Virginia businesses with international sales plan development services, educational events, funding for international activities, and customized market research. The International Program Specialist is responsible for helping to plan orientation and other program events, reviewing and processing reimbursements for Virginia businesses, providing advisory support on market research, supporting special projects and initiatives, and developing marketing content to communicate with the VALET Program community. This position is part of VEDP’s International Trade division, which is recognized as the leading state international trade development program in the U.S. The International Trade division provides a range of resources such as customized market research, international business meetings, and programs to help Virginia companies grow their international sales. Learn more about the International Trade division and the VALET Program at https://exportvirginia.org .
Requirements
- Superior skills in building relationships with team members and clients, with the ability to provide efficient, friendly, and thorough support
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to proactively manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Comfortable using technology such as Salesforce and task management software to track requests and prioritize projects
- Professional experience with event planning, marketing, communications, business administration, or international affairs
- Experience interpreting and applying guidelines and procedures when working on projects
- Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; experience with Salesforce and task management software is a plus
- Knowledge of international business practices or foreign cultures is a plus
- A valid driver’s license and passport are required
- Candidates must have U.S. worker authorization status
- Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment.
Responsibilities
- Plan educational and networking events for businesses participating in the VALET Program in collaboration with program managers by proposing relevant content, identifying speakers, and coordinating event details
- Create and update program documents and materials for events based on marketing guidelines
- Develop and deliver promotional content for emails and social media posts to keep the VALET Program community informed about relevant topics and upcoming events
- Contribute and implement ideas to support and enhance the program, including outreach and networking opportunities, for the program community
- Process requests for reimbursement from businesses while following program guidelines
- Support the program application process by coordinating a list of target companies, monitoring eligibility of applicants, and compiling application data
- Help maintain and leverage data in Salesforce by creating reports and updating program data as requested
- Consider and coordinate research projects relevant to VALET companies with the VEDP research team as appropriate
- Support the implementation of program initiatives and special projects, including the VALET Alumni Advisory Council
- Assist Program Managers in supporting participating companies in executing their VALET Program objectives, including participating in client meetings and assisting with client management tasks as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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