Assistant Director for Intercultural Education and Connections

Assistant Director for Intercultural Education and Connections

The Assistant Director for Intercultural Education and Connections manages a comprehensive unit that supports campus interculturalization efforts and plays a pivotal role in supporting the university's commitment to student success and a globally engaged community. To achieve this goal, the Assistant Director curates program initiatives aimed at enriching the student experience, promoting campus engagement, and contributing to the interculturalization of the university community. The Assistant Director is responsible for creating program initiatives that support and enhance the sense of belonging, retention, and success of the campus community. Additionally, the Assistant Director strives to foster authentic cross-cultural learning experiences and engagement opportunities, a welcoming and supportive environment where students can thrive academically, personally, and professionally, and are prepared to thrive in an increasingly interconnected global society.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Master's degree in international education, international / global studies, or a related field; or a bachelor's degrees in related field with substantial professional experience that equates to a master's degree.
• Considerable knowledge of the factors impacting the cultural and psychosocial development of international students.
• Working knowledge of global competencies and social issues.
• Excellent intercultural communication skills.
• Demonstrated skills in conducting presentations and effectively networking with a diverse audience.
• Demonstrated skills in promoting events, services, and programs.
• Demonstrated computer skills and knowledge using Microsoft Office and Adobe systems in a Windows / network, and graphic software programs.
• Ability to design, organize and manage programs that help enrich international student life and help them on their transition and development in US higher education institutions.
• Demonstrated ability to implement programs, events, and activities that promote cross-cultural learning experiences and global engagement opportunities within a higher educational setting.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct workshops and presentations.
• Demonstrated ability to research and evaluate programs.
• Considerable experience working with initiatives that focuses on intercultural interaction of international and domestic population.
• Considerable experience working effectively with globally diverse student populations.

Additional Considerations :

Equal Opportunity Employer