The International Development
& Exchange Programs of World Learning has an immediate opening for a
Program Associate, Academic Exchange. World Learning is an 80-year-old
global non-profit organization with operations in 77 countries. Through
its award-winning international education programs – The Experiment in
International Living, the SIT Graduate Institute, SIT Study Abroad and the International
Honors Program (IHP) – World Learning fosters global citizenship by connecting
over 3,000 young ambassadors annually across cultural differences and social
barriers. Through its International Development & Exchange Programs,
World Learning practices what it teaches, undertaking community-driven
international development, training and exchange projects in sixteen
countries. For more information visit www.worldlearning.org
Position
Title:
Program Associate, Academic Exchange
Grade:
G-5
Reports
To:
Program Officer, Academic Exchange Team
Location:
Washington, D.C.
General Description: On behalf of various funders,
World Learning administers academic exchange programs for undergraduate and
graduate students in the US and other countries. Programs vary in duration from
one semester to several years, depending on whether a student is seeking a
degree or pursuing non-degree studies. These programs often have both academic
and cultural components, with students engaging in full-time studies, community
service, practical internships, and enrichment activities.
This Program Associate position will be part of the Global
Undergraduate Exchange (Global UGRAD) Program team and will report to a Program
Officer. Funded by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and
Cultural Affairs, the Global UGRAD Program provides a diverse group of emerging
student leaders with scholarships to attend US universities for up to one
academic year and opportunities for cultural engagement. World Learning
administers the Global UGRAD Programs for East Asia and the Pacific, the
Western Hemisphere, and Serbia and Montenegro.
Specific Responsibilities Include:
·
Assist Program Officer in the student application and admissions
process.
·
Provide administrative support for the program.
·
Regularly communicate with students to monitor their progress
and act as liaison for questions and problems
·
Set up and maintain comprehensive electronic and paper files.
·
Assist with program orientations and workshops by preparing
material and organizing logistics.
·
Assist in making travel and logistical arrangements for
students.
·
Oversee health insurance registration and assist students with
their questions.
·
Ensure proper receipt collection and reconciliation;
·
Make timely payments including monthly stipends, tuition and
fees, book allowances, and insurance premiums;
· Enter and maintain data
in the comprehensive student database;
· Maintain an active
presence on program social networking sites;
· Other duties as
assigned.
Required Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s Degree and
three years of related work experience or Master’s Degree plus one year of
related work experience.
· Energetic and strong
team player.
· Office work experience
and strong computer skills, including Excel.
· Detail oriented with
excellent organizational ability.
· Strong cross-cultural
and communications skills.
· International
experience.
· Knowledge of U.S.
university system or international education desirable.
· Foreign language
desirable.
To apply, email resume and
cover letter (with current salary information) to recruitment@worldlearning.org with
“Program Associate, Academic Exchange” specified in the subject heading.
Cover letters without salary information will not be considered.
Permanent U.S. work authorization required. Qualified candidates are encouraged
to apply soonest possible. Only finalist candidates will be contacted.
Closing date: 5pm November 16, 2012.
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