Program Assistant - Bologna, Italia - UCEAP - University of California Education Abroad Program

Descrizione

Through international academic experiences, the University of California Education Abroad Program (UCEAP) inspires students to explore and transform their lives, UC, and the world.

Since 1962, UCEAP has supported this mission, serving some 100,000 students across all 10 UC campuses and over 32,000 international exchange students.

Sustained by strong academic excellence, spirited faculty collaboration and an interrelated support system, UCEAP produces future global citizens and thought leaders.

The UCEAP Bologna Study Center provides academic and student welfare support to more than 100 University of California students per year participating in academic exchange programs in Bologna and Milan, Italy.

Position:


Gross Monthly Salary:
EUR 1,750-1,960


Employment Type:
Part-time,.50 FTE

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The Program Assistant provides study center reception, general office support, academic program administration, and student welfare services to UCEAP exchange students.

Responds to routine inquiries and provides general information and assistance to students. Considerable organizational skills and ability to work well with people is needed. This position assists and advises U.S. undergraduate students and requires a high degree of fluency in written and conversational English.


Requirements:


Knowledge and Skills (typically required of the position)

• Language: fluency in speaking/writing English and Italian. High level of fluency in written and conversational English since the position involves substantial contact with U.S. undergraduate students.
• Excellent interpersonal skills. Multicultural competencies; ability to develop a positive rapport and work with diverse populations
• Personable, enthusiastic, and interested in international exchange programs.
• Proven customer service skills.
• Demonstrated initiative and proactive approach working both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in office environment and basic administrative functions.
• Awareness of critical academic/administrative deadlines and a broad knowledge of university/campus environment.
• Basic knowledge of Italian higher education environments.
• Skill in prioritizing numerous tasks to maintain organization and efficiency in completing work accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and security of privileged information.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Desirable:

• Administrative/student affairs experience in a higher education setting.
• Basic knowledge of American higher education environments.
• Knowledge of the Bologna area.
• Experience planning events such as student orientations.
• Experience studying or living abroad.

Education and Training

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Special Conditions

• Must be legally authorized to work in Italy.
• Satisfactory completion of a background check is required.

Other information:


Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

UCEAP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law_.

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