SHRA Temporary Program Associate III

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to- BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

The Office of International Students and Scholars provides services for international students and scholars at the University of North Carolina Wilmington, including international student recruitment, immigration advising, personal support, cross-cultural programs and events. The Temporary OISS Program Coordinator will:
* Plan and manage OISS programs, events, and services including International Student Orientation, the Friendship Family Program, the International Student Mentor Program, the Intercultural Festival, the Global Student Ambassador Program, Global Cafe, End of Semester Reception, and off-campus excursions.
* Design and implement short-term summer programming and logistics for visiting student cohorts.
* Develop and manage OISS programs and events and corresponding communication plans to promote OISS programming to students, campus, and the Wilmington community.
* Serve as a resource for international students, scholars, and faculty to ensure their well-being and success while at UNCW.
* Oversee OISS social media accounts and campus partner newsletter.
* Assist with other OISS responsibilities as needed, including participating in cross-trainings to ensure coverage of all areas within the OISS unit.

* Ability and willingness to drive a 15-passenger van

Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
* Event planning experience
* Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently
* Strong logistical and coordination skills
* Time spent living/studying overseas
* Strong interpersonal and intercultural communication skills, particularly with non-native English speakers
* Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with undergraduate and graduate students, administrators, faculty, staff, and off-campus community members
* Proficiency in social media platforms, especially Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and experience managing social media accounts
* Excellent command of the English language, written and oral * Experience and comfort with public speaking and presenting

Valid driver's license (or ability to attain one)

Please note, this is a temporary position. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation. Temporary assignments cannot exceed 11 consecutive months without a full 31-day break from employment. Employees in temporary positions are not considered permanent state employees and do not earn leave. Temporary employees are subject to the Affordable Care Act guidelines.

For more info/to apply visit http://jobs.uncw.edu. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.