Fpgs Program Assistant - Washington, United States - American University

American University

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Washington, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world.

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Department:
School of International Service

Time Type:
Part time

Job Description:

Position Summary:
This position supports the overall administration of the Department of Foreign Policy and Global Security (FPGS) in the School of International Service. This position reports to the Academic Program Coordinator and works closely with the Undergraduate Faculty Coordinator (UFC), the Director of Graduate Studies (DGS), and the Department Chair. The position assists the Academic Program Coordinator with daily responsibilities related to the department's administration.
Duties will include:
Proposing and developing content for social media outreach to current and prospective students at both the graduate and undergraduate level and for the Department's website.

Participating in summer-time graduate student recruitment and anti-melt activities; planning department-level orientation events; and supporting/staffing the department's involvement in SIS-wide orientation events.

Helping with general office support, including fulfilling administrative tasks, maintaining, and giving access to the suite, and providing in-person support. Collecting, analyzing and reporting data, using tools such as Qualtrics and Excel for assessment and strategic planning. Tracking and updating alumni contact information, with a focus on new alumni

Educational Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Requirements:
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
Customer Service focus.
Comfortable moving event tables/chairs and able to lift 25 pounds
Preferred Requirements:
Familiarity with the graduate programs administered by FPGS (US Foreign Policy and National Security, International Affairs Policy Analysis, and Masters in International Studies (International Student Track)) preferred
Additional Information:
Hybrid Work modality (on campus 3 days, virtual 2 days).
Prior experience with social media is a plus. Prior experience with web design is a plus.

Work Study:
No

Other Details- This position is available only to enrolled American University students.- Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.- American University is an- E-Verify
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