Study Abroad Advisor

Job Summary

Vassar College is seeking a full-time, entry-level Study Abroad Advisor to join the Office of International Programs (OIP). The Advisor will provide in-depth advising to students, support scholarship applications, and manage various aspects of the study abroad process.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-depth study abroad advising to students with an understanding of Vassar degree plans and student learning goals.
• Learn and maintain detailed knowledge of Vassar-approved study abroad programs and partnerships.
• Lead advising on study abroad scholarships.
• Support the Associate Director with application management.
• Affiliate with students in the pre-departure and while abroad phases through managing e-newsletters.
• Assist the Associate Director with the program evaluation collection and analysis process.
• Maintain relationships with institutional and program provider representatives.
• Participate in international education conferences and program site visits as necessary.
• Engage in the field of international education to stay updated on innovative study abroad engagement and advising practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Intercultural training, cross-cultural experience, or experience living abroad.
• Demonstrated motivation to enhance inclusion in education abroad or other settings.
• Ability to advise students from diverse backgrounds on experiences of transition, adjustment, and navigation of a new environment.
• Proactive and independent work style, while also collaborating as part of a team.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Attention to detail, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Capacity to manage a high volume of detailed information with frequent interruptions.
• Demonstrated ability to diplomatically communicate and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Google suite.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally to participate in conferences and conduct program site visits.
• Ability to periodically flex hours for evening or weekend programming.
• Ability to interact effectively with a diverse community.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.

Preferred

• Experience working in higher education, international education, or a related field.
• Experience with Canva, social media platforms, and familiarity with study abroad data and application management systems (such as Terra Dotta).

Compensation

The compensation for this position is $62,353.20 - $70,000 per year.