Academic Program Coordinator
About the role
The University’s 19 colleges and schools enroll over 53,000 students and rank among the top 10 public universities in the U.S. Texas Global is the university's global engagement arm and a recognized leader in international education, based on the success of the programs we deliver and the number of individuals we support. We serve more than 9,000 international students and scholars, as well as more than 4,600 students on education abroad programs annually. Texas Global advances UT Austin’s academic mission by leading, supporting, and coordinating the university’s international engagement efforts, fostering strategic partnerships on campus and abroad, welcoming a cadre of impressive international students and scholars to campus, and creating opportunities for students and faculty to engage with peers and institutions around the world. Texas Global is comprised of nine units, home to over 140 staff members, and continued growth of the organization is expected. Your skills will make a difference. You’ll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will make a difference in the lives of faculty and staff, thereby enhancing the student experience. If you’re the type of person that wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you’ll like working in our department and for UT Austin. Responsible for advising students and managing a portfolio of education abroad programs. Duties include promoting programs, participant recruitment, application review and selection, development/execution of pre-departure and re-entry sessions, coordination with domestic and international partners, and associated administrative tasks.
Responsibilities
- Manage a portfolio of exchange and affiliate programs and ensure the completion of administrative processes associated with the successful delivery of these programs.
- Build and maintain professional relationships with key constituents.
- Serve as the primary contact for students and domestic and international providers