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Education Abroad Advisor & Outreach Coordinator

University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904

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Education Abroad Advisor & Outreach Coordinator The International Studies Office (ISO), a division of UVA Global, is a university-wide resource that contributes to UVA's global mission through activities, programs and services designed to support the development of a globally aware, culturally diverse education and research environment. Through the International Students and Scholars Program, UVA Education Abroad, the Lorna Sundberg International Center, and the Center for American English Language and Culture (CAELC), the ISO provides expertise and infrastructure to help expand and sustain global education at the University of Virginia.

Position Summary The International Studies Office (ISO) is currently accepting applications for an Education Abroad Advisor & Outreach Coordinator. The ISO is a division of UVA Global that supports a globally aware, culturally diverse education and research environment.

Responsibilities Half of this position’s time will be dedicated to education abroad advising and managing a portfolio of programs, and the other half to coordinating outreach events and activities.

As Education Abroad Advisor, The Successful Candidate Will

Provide advising, referral, and information services for UVA students interested in study or academic internships abroad, including goal setting, selecting programs, identifying sources of funding, building cross-cultural awareness and mitigating risks.

Maintain expertise in higher education systems of an assigned region of the world and oversee a portfolio of programs and exchanges in that region.

Assist in developing and promoting UVA study abroad programs, oversee program admissions, administer program enrollment, ensure students’ compliance with registration and transfer credit requirements, and provide pre-departure guidance, including visa support where applicable.

Maintain relationships with an assigned school or department of the university.

As Outreach Coordinator, the successful candidate will promote education abroad opportunities. Outreach responsibilities include but are not limited to

Manage digital and hardcopy publications, social media, website, and other communications as needed.

Coordinate fall and winter study abroad fairs.

Coordinate representation at class presentations, tabling, and other promotional events such as Days on the Lawn, Summer Orientation Resource Fairs, Family Weekend, and Global Week.

Represent Education Abroad at the International Events Forum and other committees as assigned.

Collaborate with UVA faculty and staff to attend study abroad fairs to recruit for the program.

Collaborate with Senior Education Abroad Advisor to organize intern participation in outreach events.

Supervise the Education Abroad social media intern.

Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications Candidates are required to possess knowledge of principles and issues of study abroad advising, including the ability to advise students considering studying abroad. Candidates must also possess strong oral and written communication skills, intercultural and interpersonal communication. The ability to interact with study abroad program representatives, colleagues in other offices, faculty and students in a highly professional manner with an understanding of protocol and confidentiality is essential. Evidence of strong organizational, administrative, and computer skills is required. Knowledge of NAFSA professional ethics and competencies is desirable, along with knowledge of the Forum on Education Abroad Standards of Good Practice.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree required. Experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Three years of student advising or program coordination experience is required if a bachelor’s degree is held; seven years is expected if a bachelor’s degree is not held.

Experience with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience studying abroad and at least four years of student advising or program coordination experience, or an advanced degree in a relevant subject matter is preferred.

An MA degree in a relevant field (International Education, Intercultural Relations) is preferred.

Experience living internationally and competency in a foreign language are highly preferred.

Experience working with student information systems, education abroad platforms such as Terra Dotta (TDS), and graphic design platforms (such as Canvas) is also preferred.

Physical Demands This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings and programs.

Position Type & Work Location

This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits.

This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site.

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Application Timeline Application review will begin after October 20, 2025.

Additional Requirements

Background checks will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.

This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

How To Apply

Resume

Cover Letter

Please apply online, by searching for requisition number R0077241. Complete an application with the following documents: resume and cover letter. Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration.

Reference Check Process Reference checks will be completed by UVA’s third-party partner, SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required.

Contact

For questions about the application process, please contact Jon Freeman, jf2sw@virginia.edu.

Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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