The Global Learning Program Assistant position is a 10-month, 32 – 40 hours per week, full-time, non-exempt position that will support Drake Administered Programs Abroad (DAPA) and Drake Global Service-Learning initiatives (GSL). This is a funded position with committed support for two years. Continuation of this position will be dependent upon continued funding. Must be detail-oriented, a strong writer and editor, and able to work in a collaborative environment.
Duties:
| Function | Percent | Description |
| 01 | 25% | Provide general support to Drake Administered Programs Abroad (DAPA) and Drake Global Service-Learning initiatives (GSL) |
| 02 | 10% | Support coordination of orientations, meetings, trainings, workshops, webinars, conferences, schedule appointments, and complete travel or conference arrangements for DAPA and GSL. |
| 03 | 15% | Communicate with a wide variety of colleagues from institutions, third-party providers, and community partners, as well as Drake faculty, staff, and students for DAPA and GSL. |
| 04 | 15% | Assist the Director of Service-Learning and Community Engagement in the preparing course materials and community partner relationships for GSL. Conduct site visits, program reviews and evaluations, and implement at-home experiences for GSL. |
| 05 | 15% | Horizons management, including MedEx Risk Assessment research and communication for DAPA. Set up and maintain files of documents and records, ensuring accurate and logical organization of files; control confidentiality of files as necessary for DAPA and GSL. |
| 06 | 15% | Prepare and process routine forms, documents and correspondence, as well as updating handbooks, and faculty budget reports following standard procedures for DAPA and GSL. |
| 07 | 5% | Support applications for awards, grants, and other external funding |
| 08 | 0% | Other duties as assigned |
Qualifications:
A.A. Degree Required. Bachelor’s Degree Preferred.
Computer experience, excellent written and oral communication skills are required.
International experience and knowledge of a second language are highly desirable.
Open Date:
06/25/2014
Required Documents Message:
Cover Letter, Resume/CV