International Student & Scholar Services Program Manager I

University of Houston•Houston, TX

31d

About The Position

Manages the day-to-day operations of a small or medium-sized university program or department. May supervise staff employees, student workers, programs or processes. The International Programs Manager supports the International Student & Scholar Services Office (ISSSO) by developing, implementing, and assessing programs that enhance cross-cultural understanding across the University of Houston's campuses. This role fosters meaningful cultural engagement, a sense of belonging, and the overall success of international students and scholars within the university community.

Requirements

Education: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed.
Experience: No experience required.

Responsibilities

Plans and develops procedures for administering a small or medium-sized department or program.
Oversees program expenditures and ensures adherence to budget.
Provides guidance to subordinate staff and evaluates performance.
May prepare or participate in the creation of abstracts, research reports, funding proposals, operations and procedure manuals, and other written material and documentation.
Reviews reports of budgets and activities.
Prepares ad hoc reports as needed.
May administer grants and grant-related related communications, scholarships and other operations.
Develops, implements and maintains appropriate policies and procedures.
May serve as property custodian for the department.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Coordinate and oversee cultural and educational programming, including events for international students and scholars and the International Mentorship and International Friendship Programs.
Lead the planning and execution of major ISSSO initiatives such as International Education Week.
Serve as an advisor to the International Student Organization and assist with the onboarding and integration of new international students.
Establish and maintain relationships with faculty and staff across all colleges, acting as a programmatic liaison to develop and sustain programming initiatives.
Work closely with departments, student organizations, and community partners to enhance intercultural engagement and provide comprehensive support services.
Support assessment, reporting, and continuous improvement of international programming and initiatives.
Represent ISSSO on university committees related to student belonging, engagement, and global initiatives.
Occasionally provide support for evening and/or weekend programming as needed.
Act as a Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for F-1 and J-1 programs
Advise J-1 students and scholars on academic training and related compliance issues.
Oversee ISSSO's social media accounts and digital presence, including managing content strategy and supervising student content creators.
Prepare and present analytical and statistical reports for leadership.
Engage in formal and informal outreach activities on behalf of the International Student & Scholar Services Office.
Performs other job-related duties as required.