Hiring Department
VP for International Programs
Job Description
The Asian Affairs Center provides professional development programsfor Asian students and professionals, hosted on the University ofMissouri campus. The center also connects MU students and Columbiaresidents to Asia through volunteer opportunities and referrals toprograms for Asian studies at MU and teaching or studyabroad.
The Mongolia Program Coordinator/Scholar Support Specialist willwork with the Global Leadership Program (GLP) Director or AACprogram coordinators and will report to the Director of the MUAsian Affairs Center. The Mongolia Program Coordinator/ScholarSupport Specialist will work under the supervision of the AACDirector to manage the GLP course scheduling and logistics, supportthe instruction team, scholars and students, and promote programoutreach. This position will require close attention to detail, theability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and workindependently, and a readiness to communicate with diverse groupsof people.
The ideal candidate will have general knowledge of and interest ininternational studies and education, demonstrated experience withsuccessful logistical management of professional exchange programs,and the ability to communicate effectively with various programstakeholders as well as students and professionals from all aroundthe world. Must have some budgeting experience and the flexibilityto collaborate with a team independently as needed.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Act as a liaison between the AAC and potential partnerorganizations in Mongolia
- Plan, direct, and participate in activities to increaseengagement with Mongolia for student and professional programs
- Coordinate the GLP course scheduling in collaboration with theGLP Program Director; this includes organizing instructors’meetings, sending out course submission forms to AAC instructors,and creating course booklets for scholars
- Serve as the point person for Spouse Program instructor andprovide instruction support, including teaching supplies andassistance with graduation event
- Contribute to the planning and execution of orientations fornew students and scholars, as well as providing logistical supportfor in-person and virtual meetings, webinars/conferences, andevents
- Manage the department’s social media accounts for programoutreach, including the creation of written content andgraphics
- Manage instructor and office supplies, including regularteaching supplies
- Assist in the maintenance and updates of participant and alumnidatabases
- Represent the department at college and program events, andparticipate in opportunities such as committees, task forces,working groups, and more
- Provide training to student employees and interns
- Perform office administration tasks as assigned
Shift
8 am – 5 pm with occasional evening and weekend events. WorkLocation: On-campus
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education andexperience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparableknowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree
- Familiarity with the U.S. higher education system
- Preferred experience in study abroad or working/livingoverseas
- Proficiency in a foreign language is an asset for theposition
- Experience working in an academic or educationalsetting
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary Range: $18.50 - $22.76
Grade: GGS-008
University Title: Senior Student Support Specialist
Internal applicants can determine their University title byaccessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Application Materials
Cover letter and resume
Community Information
Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features anda high quality of life for people of all ages and interests.Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, itslocation also makes it an attractive spot for businesses andtravelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbiais right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couplehours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is BooneCounty’s largest population center offering big-city culture,activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia ishome to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hostsmore than a dozen cultural festivals each year. If you want to growyour career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire,Columbia is a good place to be!
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of yourtotal compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefitspackage, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parentalleave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for allfour UM System campuses. For additional information on Universitybenefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website athttps://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensureeach person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diversebackgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectualpluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek inlearning, research and engagement. This commitment makes ouruniversity a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences andexpertise that support these values and enrich our missions ofteaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees andapplicants for employment on the basis of their demonstratedability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basisof their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex,pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression,age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other statusprotected by applicable state or federal law. This policy appliesto all employment decisions including, but not limited to,recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits,disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visithttps://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call theDirector of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director ofAccessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
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