Education Abroad Program Coordinator

Job ID: 299592 Location: Kennesaw, Georgia Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Job Summary Serves as primary administrative contact for students and faculty leaders participating in education abroad programs. Manages a variety of international program models focusing on program quality and addressing risk management. Develops and conducts informational sessions and recruitment events to promote access to education and experiential learning abroad. Responsibilities Manages a portfolio of programs including exchange, affiliate, faculty‑led, and internship/experiential models. Manages procedures including application, selection, nomination, advising, orientation, and registration for outgoing students. Manages complex and sensitive student situations, using sound judgment to determine appropriate and effective responses. Advises students, parents, faculty, and academic advisors on study abroad requirements, policies, procedures, deadlines, program options, financial obligations, and logistical planning. Manages the collection and retention of critical documentation to mitigate institutional risk. Manages student incidents abroad in collaboration with Education Abroad leadership and the International Safety and Security team. Supports faculty, staff, and departments in preparing budgets, salaries, compensation, and program logistics. Reviews faculty‑led education abroad proposals for compliance with institutional academic, financial, and logistical requirements, and provides detailed recommendations to the faculty review committee. Manages the credit and grade transfers for assigned programs in alignment with program needs. Delivers presentations and facilitates information sessions, classroom visits, and university events to promote study abroad programs; engages with students, parents, and university personnel to provide program details and support recruitment efforts. Provides guidance to campus offices regarding education abroad programs and related policies. Serves as site manager, support, and/or point of contact on international education programs, as needed. Supports the assessment, strategic planning, and growth of programs by collecting, analyzing, and reporting key program data. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field. Two (2) years of related work experience. Preferred Qualifications Multilingual An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field. Experience participating in or leading an international program. Program planning and/or project management experience. Experience in a higher education setting. Salary and Benefits Proposed salary range: $47,000–$51,000 annually. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more. Equal Employment Opportunity Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community. Background Check Standard Enhanced background check required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Inside Higher Ed