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Global Education Advisor, Office of Global Education - Georgetown University
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Global Education Advisor, Office of Global Education – Georgetown University
Location: Washington, DC
Salary: $41,926.00 - $65,090.00
Employment: Full-time
Seniority Level: Entry Level
Job Overview The Global Education Advisor supports Georgetown students in identifying and pursuing academically appropriate study abroad opportunities within a designated portfolio of programs. This position provides comprehensive advising throughout the application and selection process, liaises with partner institutions to ensure high-quality student support, and collaborates with curricular deans on academic inquiries related to international programs. The Advisor maintains responsibility for program management, including fiscal coordination, recruitment, and cross‑cultural engagement initiatives, and works closely with institutional partners to address curricular and programmatic matters that enhance the overall global learning experience for Georgetown students.
Duties
Advise students on selecting and applying to academically appropriate education abroad programs that align with their academic, personal, and professional goals.
Support students throughout the study abroad process, including application, orientation, and while abroad, addressing academic, intercultural, health, safety, and adjustment issues.
Serve as the primary liaison with partner institutions and program providers on academic, administrative, and student‑related matters for assigned programs.
Manage and evaluate a portfolio of programs, including budgeting, compliance, and program improvement in collaboration with OGE leadership.
Coordinate outreach, recruitment, and promotional activities for study abroad, including events, information sessions, and publication updates.
Collaborate with academic deans, campus partners, and OGE staff to ensure academic credit, risk management, and student development objectives are met.
Requirements and Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required.
Minimum of 1–2 years of relevant experience in student advising, international education program administration, or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to interact effectively with students, parents, faculty, and university administrators.
Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a high‑volume, fast‑paced office environment.
Demonstrated ability to work both collaboratively as part of a team and independently to meet goals and complete assigned projects.
Proven capacity for sound judgment, personal initiative, and flexibility in work schedule and assignments, including occasional evenings and weekends.
Commitment to fostering and advancing justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of professional practice.
Experience studying, working, and/or living abroad.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in international education, higher education administration, or a related field.
Strong intercultural competence and proficiency in one or more foreign languages.
Familiarity with student development, experiential learning, or intercultural development theory and practice.
Experience with Terra Dotta or other education abroad application management systems.
Work Mode Designation Hybrid.
Pay Range $41,926.00 – $65,090.00
Benefits Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work‑life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options.
EEO Statement GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Salary: $41,926.00 - $65,090.00
Employment: Full-time
Seniority Level: Entry Level
Job Overview The Global Education Advisor supports Georgetown students in identifying and pursuing academically appropriate study abroad opportunities within a designated portfolio of programs. This position provides comprehensive advising throughout the application and selection process, liaises with partner institutions to ensure high-quality student support, and collaborates with curricular deans on academic inquiries related to international programs. The Advisor maintains responsibility for program management, including fiscal coordination, recruitment, and cross‑cultural engagement initiatives, and works closely with institutional partners to address curricular and programmatic matters that enhance the overall global learning experience for Georgetown students.
Duties
Advise students on selecting and applying to academically appropriate education abroad programs that align with their academic, personal, and professional goals.
Support students throughout the study abroad process, including application, orientation, and while abroad, addressing academic, intercultural, health, safety, and adjustment issues.
Serve as the primary liaison with partner institutions and program providers on academic, administrative, and student‑related matters for assigned programs.
Manage and evaluate a portfolio of programs, including budgeting, compliance, and program improvement in collaboration with OGE leadership.
Coordinate outreach, recruitment, and promotional activities for study abroad, including events, information sessions, and publication updates.
Collaborate with academic deans, campus partners, and OGE staff to ensure academic credit, risk management, and student development objectives are met.
Requirements and Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required.
Minimum of 1–2 years of relevant experience in student advising, international education program administration, or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to interact effectively with students, parents, faculty, and university administrators.
Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a high‑volume, fast‑paced office environment.
Demonstrated ability to work both collaboratively as part of a team and independently to meet goals and complete assigned projects.
Proven capacity for sound judgment, personal initiative, and flexibility in work schedule and assignments, including occasional evenings and weekends.
Commitment to fostering and advancing justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of professional practice.
Experience studying, working, and/or living abroad.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in international education, higher education administration, or a related field.
Strong intercultural competence and proficiency in one or more foreign languages.
Familiarity with student development, experiential learning, or intercultural development theory and practice.
Experience with Terra Dotta or other education abroad application management systems.
Work Mode Designation Hybrid.
Pay Range $41,926.00 – $65,090.00
Benefits Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work‑life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options.
EEO Statement GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Apply To apply, visit https://georgetown.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Georgetown_Admin_Careers/job/Car-Barn/Global-Education-Advisor--Office-of-Global-Education---Georgetown-University_JR24298
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