Program Manager, Office of Overseas Programs - Arts and Sciences

Washington University in St. Louis • Washington, PA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The College of Arts and Sciences is seeking a versatile, student-centered, and culturally competent individual to join the Office of Overseas Programs. The Program Manager contributes to the college’s mission to support undergraduate student engagement in meaningful intercultural and international academic experiences that enable the acquisition of broad cultural knowledge, languages, and skills to participate fully in a global society. The position is responsible for the execution of student-facing programs in the Office of Overseas Programs, including (but not limited to) the promotion of awards and scholarships; facilitation of faculty-led international education or other WashU administered programs; advising students on matters related to study abroad; and the coordination of returnee engagement opportunities. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Overseas Programs, the Program Manager plays a key role providing high-impact opportunities in international education for WashU undergraduate students.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• Relevant Experience (3 Years)
• Skills: Not Applicable

Nice To Haves

• Higher Education - 3 years
• Academic Collaboration
• Action-Oriented
• Adaptability
• Collaborative Spirit
• Confidentiality
• Critical Thinking
• Diversity Awareness
• Effective Listening
• Effective Written Communication
• Microsoft Office
• Oral Communication
• Oral Presentation
• Sound Judgment
• Master's degree
• Communication
• Deadline Management
• High Accuracy
• Organizing
• Prioritization
• Stress Management
• Work Efficiency
• Working Independently
• Workload Management

Responsibilities

• Administration and program support: responsible for coordination of projects and specialized planning for WashU-run international education experiences.
• Coordinate and execute core processes for ongoing project areas, including (but not limited to) study abroad scholarships, services for incoming international exchange students, study abroad returnee network of peer advisors and ambassadors.
• Provide programming and administrative support for specific WashU-run study abroad programs such as WashU in Spain, WashU in Chile, WashU in Germany, exchange, and faculty-led opportunities.
• Collaborate with other units on campus in the implementation of processes and services.
• In consultation with the Director and Assistant Directors, identify and streamline processes for improvement and growth.
• Develop outreach strategies and training programs for special populations such as scholarship applicants, student workers, international exchange students, etc.
• Make any decisions as needed in consultation with Overseas Programs staff about selection of students for programs or awards.
• In collaboration with the Director and the Assistant Director, assess programs through qualitative and quantitative analysis.
• Advising and communications: consult and communicate with students, faculty, campus partners, departmental administrators, and program partners.
• Advise students on study abroad opportunities, help students identify opportunities that align with academic and personal goals, and communicate with students about ongoing issues concerning their program or application.
• Work collaboratively with study abroad program providers and partner institutions abroad to remain current on both student and program-related issues.
• Collaborate with campus partners and departments on international educational programming needs.
• Represent Overseas Programs at campus events and promote opportunities and programs.
• In consultation with the Director and the Assistant Director, identify and streamline processes for improvement and growth, particularly with regard to student access.
• Liaise with Departmental Study Abroad Advisors as needed on various topics related to student preparation, program updates, and credit evaluations.
• Assist with office operations such as answering the Overseas Programs email inbox, web site updates, and special student outreach initiatives.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level