Activity Manager-Summer

About the role

EF is the world's leading educational travel provider with over 55 years of experience. With our Language Travel Schools, we offer young learners the opportunity to spend 2–4 weeks in North America, improving their English language skills in a robust program while participating in a full-activity program of sports, discos, parties, excursions, and more.

As Activity Manager, you will work with the summer management team to deliver an exceptional experience to our students. You will be responsible for the activity program in our school and be integral in shaping the customer experience. You will manage a team of local and international leaders to plan and deliver both on- and off-campus activities ranging from small events for a single group of 30 students to large events for over 400 students. You will help plan and deliver safe and fun activities that give students a sense of the local culture while having fun with their new international friends. You will interact with staff and students from across the world. Every day is different; you may go from working on the activity plan and administration to running epic themed Mystery Dinners while dressed as your favorite film character.

Responsibilities

• Execute all aspects of the activities program for the school, including theme weeks and large-scale events
• Promote activities and excursions while monitoring and creating content for social media platforms
• Oversee the distribution of all tickets, vouchers, and itineraries for off-campus excursions
• Lead regular staff meetings, ensuring all leaders are clear on the weekly activity plan
• Respond to problems and emergency situations should they arise
• Be available to work nights and weekends at events

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent work experience
• Enthusiastic, organized, and a natural leader
• Strong communicator
• Able to work independently and lead a team with little oversight from a manager
• Decisive – able to act fast and make informed decisions in the moment
• Passionate about customer service and quality
• Must be legally able to work in the U.S. or have a work permit
• Applicants must be age 21 or older

Benefits

• Continuous professional development
• Work in a truly international environment
• Staff are encouraged to innovate, take ownership of their ideas and bring them to fruition
• Potential for future career opportunities with EF
• Expand problem-solving skills by utilizing resources provided by EF and collaborating with staff from around the world
• Maximize communication skills to ensure a smooth experience for everyone

Pay

$1,400 per week (housing provided and required for the role)

Schedule

Must be available to work nights and weekends at events. Applicants must be age 21 or older.