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Study Abroad Coordinator

Job no: 501921

College / VP Area:Office of the Provost

Work type: Staff

Categories: International and Multicultural Programs, Full Time

Salary Structure (https://www.udel.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/total-rewards/compensation/salary-structure/)

PAY GRADE: 29E

CONTEXT OF THE JOB: Under the general direction of the Director for Study Abroad, the Study Abroad Coordinator is responsible for the planning, marketing, staffing, implementation and evaluation of study/travel programs. The Study Abroad Coordinator administers study/travel programs with department faculty, students, and partners abroad, markets programs across campus, recommends and enforces UD study abroad policies and procedures, and manages the post-program evaluation and feedback.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Manages all aspects of new and existing study abroad programs such as web-page updates, pre-departure orientation, and distribution of post-program student evaluations; advises/guides faculty on program development; supports students in the study abroad planning and pre-departure process.

+ Monitors program budget planning, collection and review of invoices, cash-advance follow-up Helps faculty schedule interest and orientation meetings; recruits and facilitates the recruitment of students for study abroad programs; promotional materials.

+ Responds to and resolves student/parents/faculty/resident directors concerns and emergencies overseas. Produces end of term feedback for faculty directors of study abroad programs.

+ May act as liaison with academic departments for program development and support. Provides orientation and interpretations of study abroad policies for faculty program directors.

+ Support education abroad student engagement programs such as the Study Abroad Ambassadors and Delaware Diplomats programs; select, train, and assign student leaders to support study abroad outreach, recruitment and re-entry programs; accompany international visitors around campus; and welcome international students and visitors as needed.

+ Assists the Director with various projects as needed. Performs other job-related duties as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Bachelors degree and three years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

+ Skills in budget preparation and the ability to develop financial plans.

+ Experience with Terra Dotta study abroad software preferred.

+ Experience in student support services preferred.

+ Ability to plan, market and evaluate programs.

+ Knowledge and understanding of academic policies and procedures, course requirements and prerequisites, and procedures governing credit transfer.

+ Ability to retain and disseminate a varied body of information and employ independent decision-making skills.

+ Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.

+ Study abroad or foreign living experience preferred.

+ Program planning and management experience preferred.

+ Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

Notice of Non-Discrimination, Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action

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