About the Office of the Vice President for International Affairs (IU Global)
The Vice President for International Affairs and the teams of staff in OVPIA's offices are the stewards of international activity across all campuses of Indiana University. We provide strategic leadership and advocacy for all international programs and projects and coordinate the resources necessary to sustain their growth. Our goal is to enable as many students, faculty, and staff as possible to pursue international and intercultural knowledge and experiences and to become engaged global citizens.
Learn how OVPIA provides leadership and support for IU's international efforts.
Within IU Global, the Center for the Study of Global Change (CGC) is a hub of internationalization that fosters innovative partnerships and interdisciplinary initiatives to tackle pressing global problems in ways that meet its core values of global engagement, understanding, and responsibility. The Global Center shares Indiana University's commitment to be supportive, inclusive, and welcoming. As a U.S. Department of Education designated National Resource Center, the Global Center makes a systematic, sustained effort to infuse global perspectives into learning at all levels, from pre-kindergarten through graduate school and beyond.
Read more about the Center for the Study of Global Change
Job Summary
The Center for the Study of Global Change (CGC) is seeking a Part-Time Global Learning Specialist to support its campus-wide initiatives for global learning. The incumbent will be asked to set a regular in-office working schedule and some remote work may be authorized.
Department-Specific Responsibilities
Oversees the CLIP (Client Based International Projects) Program.
Coordinates campus-wide programming around the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Provides oversight of Indiana University's online SDG badges.
Collaborates with IU Bloomington schools and departments to aid them in meeting global learning objectives.
Assists with administrative and logistical aspects of Diplomacy Lab and Global Classrooms.
Maintains relationships between department and other IU units. Maintains and updates contact lists as appropriate.
Collaborates with other departments to ensure that project objectives are achieved within established time frames.
Determines additional support needs through consultation and designs resources to meet programming support needs.
Provides experienced assistance with project management activities, resource allocation, and communication.
Monitors project progress and handles highly complex issues that arise.
Ensures projects adhere to frameworks and all documentation is maintained appropriately for each project.
Performs a variety of administrative skills and prepares correspondence related to programming and projects.
Reports on progress and provides regular updates to supervisor and team.
Plans seminars, workshops, and other events
May serve as an informational resource and/or delegate tasks to administrative staff.
May provide training or guidance to students or other part-time employees and perform occasional duties in support of other functions or business needs
Qualifications
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
2 years of relevant experience
Preferred
4 years of relevant experience
SKILLS
Required
Demonstrates project management skills
Proficient communication skills
Excellent collaboration and team-building skills
Demonstrates time management and priority-setting skills
Effective interpersonal skills
Excellent collaboration and team-building skills
Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Possesses a high degree of initiative
Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
Preferred
Advanced knowledge of SDGs
Knowledge of the field of global learning and/or internationalization and pedagogies such as project-based learning, curriculum design, or high-impact practices in higher education
Working Conditions / Demands
This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Additional Information
Available through the end of the 2024-2025 academic year and beyond
Work Location
Bloomington, Indiana
This position will work primarily in-person from the newly constructed Ferguson International Center.
Occasional remote work may be considered depending upon the work needs of the department and is subject to change based on university policy and business needs.
Advertised Salary
$22.00-$24.00 per hour dependent upon experience
Work Hours
20 hours per week throughout the semester(s) and summers, with likely increases up to 29 hours per week during heavy programming periods.
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Multiple plan options for medical insurance
Dental insurance
Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
Additional supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition benefit for IU classes
10 paid holidays per year
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Employee
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This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
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