NAFSA: Association of International Educators · 2 days ago
Director of Standards, Certification, and Training
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$80K/yr - $95K/yrAIRC: The Association of International Enrollment Management is seeking a visionary leader as its new Director of Standards, Certification, and Training. This role is responsible for advancing AIRC’s mission through the direction and execution of core functions including standards development, agency certification, and training programs for the International Enrollment Management field.
CharityEducationNon Profit
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop long-term vision, goals, and operational plans for certification programs, standards development, trainings, and events aligning with organizational mission
Oversee all aspects (development, delivery, maintenance, renewal, compliance, comments and complaints) of the agency certification lifecycle and other professional development certification and training programs
Work with the AIRC team to deliver regular and ad hoc programs, webinars, events and projects. Serve as co-staff liaison/lead for the Conference Committee
Ensure adherence to the AIRC standards for educational agencies, manage data, and oversee compliance
Lead the growth and development of AIRC’s IEM standards for institutions, including the creation of new certification and training programs and materials in fulfillment of AIRC’s designation as a standards development organization (SDO)
Develop a regular schedule and process for periodic reviews and updates to AIRC’s standards
Monitor program effectiveness, analyze data, and implement improvements in certification and training programs
Serve as primary liaison for Certification Commissioners, trainings faculty, certified agency members, external reviewers, and external organizations
Manage communication, develop and implement training for external reviewers and trainings faculty
Collaborate on marketing, identify trends, and promote program benefits to attract and retain certified agencies and other members and prospective members
Spearhead the rebranding and repackaging of AIRC’s professional certification and training programs under the AIRC Practical Training (APT) umbrella
Supervise staff (if/as needed), manage budgets, and develop and utilize software including constituent relationship management (CRM), learning management system (LMS), event management software, and payments processing software to enhance program delivery
Attend AIRC meetings and events including Board of Directors meetings, the AIRC Annual Conference and Spring Symposium, webinars, etc
Represent AIRC at virtual and in-person events and conferences; this requires occasional domestic and international travel
Qualification
Required
A master degree (or equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher education
Significant professional experience with progressive responsibility in higher education or related fields with focuses on international education, program management, instructional design, marketing, and/or quality assurance
Strong leadership, communication, analytical, strategic thinking, prioritization, and project management skills
Proficiency with software including office functions (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint or similar), constituent relationship management (CRM), and learning management systems (LMS)
Curiosity about and passion for working with people from a wide array of global cultures and perspectives
Commitment to AIRC's mission; vision; and diversity, equity, and inclusion statement
Preferred
Experience working with international students, international admission/student services offices, international student recruitment agencies, or members of a professional membership association
Familiarity with various business models in IEM, including international student recruitment agencies and service providers
Experience studying or working abroad
Proficiency in a language other than English
Familiarity with Neon CRM, Pheedloop events software, and OpenLearning LMS or similar programs
Benefits
Paid time off: 11 paid holidays, 4 weeks (20 days) of paid vacation time, and 12 days of paid sick time per year.
8 weeks of paid parental leave as well as leave for other special situations are also available
A 401(k) retirement plan to which AIRC contributes a flat 5% of gross salary.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with partial employer contribution to premiums.
Optional HSA/FSA.
Basic life and AD&D insurance fully paid by employer; supplemental life insurance available at employee’s cost.
Online resources for mental health support, medical insurance advice, fertility services, and more.
A $100 monthly stipend for mobile phone and home internet use.
Company
NAFSA: Association of International Educators
NAFSA: Association of International Educators is the world's largest nonprofit association dedicated to international education and exchange.
Founded in 1948
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Gilbert D.
Chief Financial Officer
Alan Williams
Chief Operating Officer
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