Program Associate, Mason Korea

Program Associate, Mason KoreaThe Program Associate supports Mason Korea (MK) initiatives and programs, including, but not limited to study abroad, Fairfax faculty relocation, MK boards (LLC and Audit/Finance) and other related duties as related to furthering the goals of MK. This position is expected to work flexible hours to meet with students/faculty/staff across time zones, to include time outside of traditional hours, including weekends.Responsibilities:Student RelocationSupports transition of Fairfax students studying at MK for one or more semesters. Duties include:Developing and delivering information sessions for prospective students;Processing applications;Communicating and coordinating with relevant stakeholders (MK University Life, Financial Aid, etc.); andDesigning and conducting MK welcome orientation, visa workshops, and support other events related to the Mason Korea student relocation.Faculty TransitionMaintains and updates transition-related materials (e.g. informational PowerPoints), schedules meetings with faculty, processes payment reimbursements, and performs other related administrative duties as needed for faculty relocation.MK Boards (LLC & Audit/Finance)Attends and schedule quarterly board meetings, assists with drafting of minutes, and other related administrative duties related to MK boards.Marketing/Event PlanningCoordinates marketing initiatives, creates marketing materials/flyers, and manages MK website; andPlans MK recruitment events and represents MK at fairs and other promotional events.Performs other MK-related duties as assigned, including managing complex calendars and supervising student and wage employeesRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in education, Korean studies, international education or other related fields, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience;Demonstrated experience working independently with minimal direction;Experience working with college-age students and/or faculty (typically one or more years);Experience with graphic design tools (i.e. Canvas) to create internal and external marketing materials to promote MK;Experience working in international education, with a focus on students and/or faculty (typically one or more years);Experience directly supervising students and/or hourly employees;Experience with event planning/marketing/PR;Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively and professionally with multiple campus partners (students, faculty, parents, senior leadership, community-at-large, including embassy dignitaries);Excellent time management and organizational skills with willingness and demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, including long and short-term projects;Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion; andInterest in international education/higher education.Preferred Qualifications:Master's degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience;Experience working in higher education, with a focus on international education and study abroad and/or South Korea (typically two or more years);Experience working with faculty and senior leadership or boards;Experience living or studying abroad in South Korea;Experience working at a college or university;Experience working with embassies;Conversant Korean (written and oral); andDemonstrated interest in international education with a focus on South Korea and/or international branch campuses.Instructions to Applicants:For full consideration, applicants must apply for Program Associate, Mason Korea at Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide cover letter and resume for review.