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Stanford University · 1 day ago

Associate Director, Global Experiences - MBA & MSx Programs

Stanford, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$108K/yr - $130K/yr

5+ years exp

Stanford University's Graduate School of Business is renowned for its innovative management programs. The Associate Director, Global Experiences will develop and implement strategies for the Global Study Trips program, advise student leadership teams, and manage international programs while ensuring financial and risk management oversight.

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Responsibilities

Advising and coaching MBA student leadership teams as they design and deliver Global Study Trips using experiential learning principles

Collaborating with the Global Experiences team to develop and implement experiential international business-focused learning opportunities for students using an intercultural lens to create opportunities for student growth and development

Leading and maintaining complex business processes and operations for the Global Study Trips program, including supporting the student leadership and faculty recruitment processes, facilitating connections between students and other GSB partners (alumni relations, executive education, etc.), managing travel provider vendors, and providing program budget oversight

Designing and delivering group leadership and intercultural competency training and program information sessions

Applying excellent project management skills to manage multiple programs and projects simultaneously and on differing and sometimes short timelines

Demonstrating problem solving through attention to detail, prioritization, and systems management

Leveraging strong interpersonal skills to deftly manage across faculty, staff, and student stakeholders

Managing program budgeting and implementing global risk management best practices

Qualification

Program development experienceInternational education experienceProject management skillsAnalytical skillsCustomer service skillsFinancial transactions understandingAdvanced communication skillsGoogle Suite proficiencyCompliance knowledgeInterpersonal skillsProblem solving

Required

Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant global experience (e.g., business, education, international affairs or policy, learning and development) or combination of education and relevant experience

Demonstrated program development experience in international education (graduate level and/or a business focus is a plus)

Advanced communication skills to clearly and effectively communicate information to internal and external audiences, client groups, and all levels of management

Student advising and coaching experience (particularly in higher education) and faculty relationship management are highly valued

Strong analytical and problem solving skills to review and analyze complex information

Proactiveness and strong attention to detail are highly valued

Advanced computer skills, including experience with Google Suite

Advanced customer service skills including excellent interpersonal skills

Relevant computer systems/technology experience

Understanding of financial transactions

Ability to ensure and apply compliance with legal, financial, and university policies and external regulations

Ability to work on-site

Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends

Ability to obtain a valid passport to travel internationally