Description
Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
The purpose of the Global Engagement Office is to coordinate, develop, and nurture the University’s international activities and to ensure that the University achieves its international goals as stated in its Strategic Plans. Specific activities include: developing and managing the Study Abroad and Exchanges programs; managing the faculty-led programs; recruitment, admission, and retention of international students; providing support services including immigration and practical training placement for international (F1) and exchange students (J1) and visiting scholars; securing funding for international-related projects for the faculty, departments and university; developing and managing outreach programs to the local schools, businesses and community. GEO serves as the liaison for the Interlink Language Programs and oversees the work of a position that supports international efforts for the UNC System institutions.
The Program Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning and implementation of various programs that align with GEO’s recruitment and global learning goals. This position is responsible for ensuring the successful implementation and management of projects, supporting the lead PI in developing strategic project plans, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders. Implementation of projects will require coordination, logistical support, communication, office administration, and project team training and mentoring.
The Program Manager reports to the Associate Provost for Global Engagement and works closely with all GEO staff to support and expand UNCG’s global engagement goals.
Requirements
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g. international/global studies, public administration, business administration, higher education)
- Proven experience in program management or similar role
- Strong organizational and time management skills and detail-oriented
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders
- Proficient in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred:
- Experiences working in university administrative setting
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Self-motivated and proactive
- Adaptable and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
