Aug 25

Job: Study Abroad Advisor, Emory University, Center for International Programs Abroad (Atlanta)

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Position:  Study Abroad Advisor
Posted by: Emory University, Center for International Programs Abroad
Type: N/A
Location: Atlanta, GA
Salary: N/A
Start Date: N/A

Overview:

•  Advises for several semester study abroad programs and serves as point person for issues pertaining to these programs.
•  Assists with general study abroad advising, pre-departure orientations, classroom presentations, and other marketing/recruiting events within the University.
• Coordinates International Transient Study.
• Advises semester and summer students with visa processes, including international students going to a third country.
•  Advises semester and summer students on internal and external scholarships, and coordinates travel grant and other program-specific scholarships managed by CIPA.
• Assists with Minority Outreach Initiative.
• Coordinates various processes related to CIPA summer programs including faculty offer letters and external program arrangements.
• Manages the cipa@emory.edu
• Serves as CIPA’s First Year Experience (FYE) liaison with Campus Life and the Global Cultures residence hall.
• Maintains and updates brochure pages and budget sheets for advising areas on the CIPA website.
• Serves as front-line advising staff and covers reception as needed.

Minimum qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a field related to the program and two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Preferred qualifications:  
Master’s degree in related field preferred.  Experience studying, working, or living abroad desired.  Demonstrated organizational ability, attention to detail, and talent for multi-tasking.  Excellent interpersonal skills and experience working with variety of constituents.  Strong computer skills (Terra Dotta experience a plus).  Second language experience preferred.

Those interested should send a cover letter and resume/CV to:

Carol Vess
Business Manager
Center for International Programs Abroad (CIPA)
Emory University
Candler Library, Suite 200
550 Asbury Circle
Atlanta, Georgia  30322

Email:  carol.l.vess@emory.edu

Application through Emory’s Human Resources website,  http://www.hr.emory.edu/eu/careers/  will also be required to officially apply for the position.