Study Abroad Advisor

Georgia State University•Atlanta, GA

17h

About The Position

The Study Abroad Programs unit at Georgia State University's Office of International Initiatives is seeking a Study Abroad Advisor. This role involves providing advising, outreach, and administrative support to students throughout their study abroad journey, from initial outreach and advising to orientation and application management. The advisor will become an expert in a specific portfolio of faculty-led and affiliated programs, utilize the Terra Dotta application software, and coordinate campus-wide outreach events. The Study Abroad Programs unit aims to facilitate safe, inclusive, high-quality international academic experiences for diverse students, supporting their success as global citizens, while also assisting faculty in program development and serving as a resource for international education within the university. Georgia State University is a large research university located in downtown Atlanta, with a mission of excellence in teaching, research, and service, and is recognized for its international education initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.

Nice To Haves

Participation in a study abroad program
Experience working in a study abroad office
Experience with Terra Dotta
Experience working with diverse students, faculty, and staff
Experience handling multiple, ongoing projects and activities in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated interest in student engagement and international education
Conflict resolution
Knowledge of the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

Responsibilities

Advise students in-person and virtually on a portfolio of study abroad opportunities and study abroad scholarships.
Advise students, faculty, and staff on Georgia State administrative policies and procedures as related to study abroad.
Serve as the primary point of contact for students participating in study abroad programs in their portfolio including student advising, marketing, communication, application management.
Coordinate with academic units to identify recommended study abroad programs based on major/department.
Coordinate outreach events including the annual Study Abroad Fair, information sessions, and pre-departure orientation sessions.
Present on study abroad to prospective study abroad participants at a variety of campus events and activities and collaborate with study abroad team to support strategic outreach.
Provide re-entry support for returning study abroad participants.
Manage all aspects of the study abroad satisfaction survey.
Support several Study Abroad Programs special team projects, programming, and events, as assigned. These projects may include coordinating events, facilitating marketing and communication, supporting scholarship administration, organizing returnee and alumni programming, liaising with program providers, student service offices and academic departments, or other projects as assigned.
Hire, train, and/or supervise student peer advisors, student assistants, and/or graduate research assistants as needed.
Participate in on-going professional development.
Participate in Office of International Initiatives meetings and initiatives.
Work on special projects, as assigned.