Senior Coordinator, Programs Abroad - Center for Global Engagement - UTK

University of Tennessee Career Site•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

The Senior Coordinator for Programs Abroad provides leadership and strategic oversight for the University of Tennessee’s education abroad portfolio. Reporting to the Director of Programs Abroad, this role manages a broad range of global learning initiatives, including program development, student enrollment, international partnerships, and risk management functions that support the university’s Global Vision Forward. The Senior Coordinator ensures that study abroad opportunities are academically sound, financially viable, safe, and accessible to all students. The position collaborates extensively with campus partners, academic units, international institutions, and student organizations to enhance global engagement. Key responsibilities include overseeing program portfolios, managing enrollment and transfer credit processes, implementing advising and outreach strategies, and contributing to strategic initiatives that strengthen global learning pathways. This role also supports operational excellence by maintaining compliance with university and international education standards, participating in emergency response rotations, and representing UT in external engagements. The Senior Coordinator brings strong communication skills, global education expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to manage complex projects in a dynamic environment.