Outreach & Recruitment Project Manager (Hybrid)

IIE•Washington DC, WA

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Institute of International Education (IIE) is hiring an Outreach & Recruitment Project Manager for the Boren Awards, funded by the Defense Language and National Security Education Office (DLNSEO). This role is part of a team dedicated to promoting and supporting a unique program for US undergraduate and graduate students interested in languages and regions critical to US national security, with a commitment to public service. The Project Manager will serve as the first point of contact for potential applicants, Boren campus representatives, and other stakeholders, conducting outreach and recruitment activities, and representing IIE at various events. The role also involves supporting the coordination of key in-person events, including a pre-program orientation for approximately 300 students and an employment seminar.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and at least two years of related work experience, or a combination of education and experience.
U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a Tier-1 (T1) Position of Trust for unclassified access security clearance.
Strong understanding of scholarship and fellowship advising on college campuses, as well as study abroad or language and culture programming for outbound US students.
Experience in an outreach and recruitment role.
Ability to demonstrate judgment and be comfortable in a public-facing role.
Demonstrated project management, time management, and administrative skills with strong attention to detail.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, public speaking, and presentation skills.
Superior writing and editing skills.
Ability to interact with all levels of team members and clients, including students, partner organizations, and institutions.
Ability to exercise discretion on confidential matters.
Broad knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and social media platforms.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally with an active and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Serves as the main point of contact for Boren campus representatives, university partners, and potential applicants.
Develops, maintains, and supports key contacts at partner institutions, especially Boren Campus Representatives.
Interacts with institutions of higher education, scholarly associations, and external constituencies, including vendors, consultants, and contractors, to represent IIE.
Recruits and serves as the direct point of contact for potential applicants interested in various programs.
Supports the logistics of key events for the Boren Awards, including sourcing vendors, managing procurement, arranging travel, and developing event materials.
Works on social media and digital outreach for the program.
Plans and implements outreach programming in collaboration with the Boren team, other IIE programs, and university partners.
Tracks, monitors, and supports the production and distribution of outreach materials and information.
Ensures correct brand usage in the creation of all materials.