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Columbia University is hiring a Assistant Director, Undergraduate Global Engagement to manage a portfolio of study abroad programs for the Center for Undergraduate Global Engagement, reporting to the Associate Dean. The role advises students on every phase of participation, works with faculty and overseas program staff, and helps develop new global programming.

Highlights

Acts as the main point of contact for a portfolio of study abroad programs, advising students, faculty, and other stakeholders
Supports students through pre-departure, onsite, and return phases of their programs
Coordinates program budgets, partner agreements, and student recruitment with program directors
Assesses program quality against enrollment and financial targets and plans for program sustainability
Builds relationships with faculty, academic departments, and partners to spot new program opportunities
Responds to health, safety, and risk management issues affecting students or programs
Travels to Columbia program sites and partner programs to strengthen relationships
Contributes to developing new and existing global programs and student-experience projects
Represents Undergraduate Global Engagement at campus fairs, workshops, and advising sessions
Calls for a bachelor's degree and two to four years of related experience
Requires working knowledge of Google Suite and Microsoft Office, plus tools like Studio Abroad, Salesforce, Qualtrics, and Canvas
Pays an annual salary between $68,000 and $72,000
Prefers a master's degree and knowledge of another language and culture

Assistant Director, Undergraduate Global Engagement Full Description

Position Summary

The Assistant Director is an integral part of the Undergraduate Global Engagement team administering the increasing number of Columbia programs by developing and managing all aspects of assigned global programs. The incumbent advises students about all aspects of study abroad and also works closely with Columbia faculty, overseas program staff, and other relevant constituents to develop programming that enhances global awareness and competencies. This position reports to the Associate Dean, Center for Undergraduate Global Engagement.

Responsibilities

Advising and Program Management

Acts as the primary contact for students, faculty, and other stakeholders for a portfolio of programs
Develops and delivers a full-range of information, advising, and support to applicants and students, from Columbia and non-Columbia schools
Collaborates with relevant parties to resolve student issues during all phases of participation including pre-departure, while onsite, and upon return
Works closely with the program directors to coordinate all aspects of the programs such as development and planning, updating program budgets, negotiating partner agreements, student outreach and recruitment, and admissions & enrollment management
Continually assesses programs to assure quality experiences that meet enrollment and financial targets. Develops plans for program sustainability and innovation
Cultivates relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders such as faculty, academic departments, and partners to understand current trends and to identify new opportunities
Participates in the support of and response to health, safety, and risk management issues that may arise with individual students or that may affect a program
Understands and aligns Columbia policies and procedures with the best practices of the global education community
Directs relevant program consortium boards or faculty committees including ongoing communications, follow-up, and board/committee meeting planning and preparations
Travels to Columbia program sites and partner programs to strengthen working relationships and identify new opportunities

Program Development and Special Projects

Contribute to the planning and development of existing and new programs
Provide expertise from the community of practice to faculty and program directors in the program development process
Develop projects that enhance the student experience

Collaboration and Teamwork

Participate in UGE and College working groups and committees
Represent UGE in on-campus and off-campus fairs, workshops, and activities to advise students about Columbia’s global engagement opportunities
Hold general study abroad advising sessions

Other responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent related experience required
Two to four years of related experience required
Familiarity with liberal arts college curricula and ability to work with faculty
Excellent communication and presentation skills; demonstrated administrative and organizational skills
Working knowledge of Google suite and Microsoft office required
Possess the capacity to learn relevant administrative applications such as Studio Abroad, Salesforce, Qualtrics, Canvas, and Canva or InDesign
Ability to work with minimum day-to-day supervision and as part of a team
Must demonstrate strong independent judgment

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree preferred
Strong preference for experience working with college students in one or more of the following areas: study abroad advising or program development and administration, academic advising, and/or supportive academic programs
Knowledge of another language and culture is strongly desirable

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

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Assistant Director, Undergraduate Global Engagement

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Assistant Director, Undergraduate Global Engagement Full Description

Undergraduate Coordinator

Student Engagement and Community Specialist (MSAI)

Undergraduate Program Manager

Academic and Student Affairs Advisor (MSAI)

Master of Science in Instructional Design and Technology (MSIDT) Student Services Professional II