Southern Methodist University · 2 months ago
Programming Coordinator
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expSouthern Methodist University is a prestigious institution serving a diverse student body. The Programming Coordinator plays a critical role in the International Office by planning and executing events to support international students and scholars, ensuring their successful transition and engagement within the university community.
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Responsibilities
Plan and execute orientation for international students working closely with campus partners. This person will create coordinate logistics aspects of pre-arrival material and video content as well as communicate with campus partners, community organizations and relevant business that support international students' transition during Stampede
Develop, coordinate and execute about 60 events throughout the academic year aimed at supporting students' transition to U.S. and SMU, their social/professional development, and their successful completion of degrees; programming will include 5 or more off-campus events to promote inter-cultural engagement across the university
Lead and manage the International Leadership Program including designing curriculum and mentoring more than 15 leaders. Responsibilities include recruiting, interviewing, hiring and preparing students to serve as ambassadors and guides for the international student body, with a strong focus on supporting graduate school orientations and year-round program engagement
Gather and analyze feedback from students and exchange visitors to assess program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement. Prepare annual reports detailing event participation and engagement metrics to inform strategic planning and enhance future programming
Support the Director with outreach to new undergraduate students classified as foreign nationals. Support support to students considered "global" with the process of enrollment and matriculation. Provide support to undergraduate international students with academic performance challenges. This includes working closely with the Student Support and Retention office when receiving academic deficiencies reports
Collaborate with student leaders and campus partners to enhance engagement in international programs by managing social media and other marketing channels. Develop and implement promotional strategies to increase student awareness and participation in events and initiatives
Partner with academic departments, student organizations, faculty and other campus offices to ensure international event programs are comprehensive and inclusive of SMU’s resources. Maintain relationships with prospective students and families to promote yield
Manage event budgets, ensuring all programs are executed within financial parameters while maintaining high-quality standards. Monitor and track even expenditures, working with the Director to ensure fiscal responsibility
Plan, promote and execute events for International Education Week to foster campus-wide recognition of the international community. Collaborate closely with key departments-including Admissions, Development, and Athletics to ensure events are strategically highlighted and integrated across university-wide platform
Support the Associate Director with general supervising duties in particular international student leaders and student workers
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree is required
A minimum of two (2) years of experience is required
Candidate with knowledge of popular social media platforms and demonstrated ability to promote events using social media is required
Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, creative adobe, canva, DocuSign and other software systems used for marketing is required
Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies
Must also demonstrate strong written communication skills
Candidate must possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems, as well as devise solutions
Must also have strong organizational, planning and time management skills
This position requires occasional weekend or evening work in regards to event programming and orientations
Sit for long periods of time
Preferred
Candidate with experience working in an International Office serving as an advisor or similar position is desired
Benefits
Health and related benefits
Health, dental, and vision plans
Wellness programs
Retirement programs
Professional and personal development opportunities
Tuition benefits
Company
Southern Methodist University
SMU is a distinguished center for teaching and research located near the heart of Dallas.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$101.8MKey Investors
Phillips FoundationTexas Workforce CommisionMoody Foundation
2023-06-14Grant· $1.7M
2022-07-07Grant· $0.1M
2019-11-12Grant· $100M
Leadership Team
Lisa Nelson
Adjunct Professor
Michael Hites
Chief Information Officer
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