Temporary International Programs Advisor

Stiftelsen Handelshøyskolen BI; Oslo fylke; Hybrid; NOK 550,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Stiftelsen Handelshøyskolen BI invites an Advisor for the International Office to lead the BI International Summer School and coordinate programs, admissions, and housing for international students. The role supervises partnerships and student services in a dynamic, international environment.

The temporary position (Dec 2026–Apr 2028) reports to Head of the Office and will engage with students, staff, and external partners to deliver a high-quality international learning experience.

Qualifications

• Relevant higher education degree, preferably within higher ed administration, business, communications, or project management
• Experience with program or project management
• Experience in working with international students, exchange programmes, or summer schools is an advantage
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple processes, deadlines and stakeholders simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills with students, academic staff, administrative colleagues, international partners and external suppliers
• Strong service orientation and a genuine interest in creating a positive student experience
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects from planning through implementation and evaluation
• Digital & Data Literacy: Proficient with administrative systems and skilled at using data and student feedback to drive improvements
• Service Mindset & Adaptability: Student-focused and adaptable in fast-paced environment
• Languages: Fluent written and verbal English; Norwegian proficiency is an advantage

Responsibilities

• Programme planning and delivery
• Marketing, recruitment and communication
• Applications, admissions and student administration
• International partnerships and student mobility
• Social programme and events
• Accommodation and housing coordination
• Fees and financial administration
• Student experience and support
• Evaluation, reporting and continuous development

Skills

Program management

Student services

International relations

Communication

Stakeholder management

Organizational skills

Project coordination

Data literacy

Education

Higher education administration or related field

Business, communications or project management background

Tools

Administrative systems

Job description

Stiftelsen Handelshøyskolen BI invites an Advisor for the International Office to lead the BI International Summer School and coordinate programs, admissions, and housing for international students. The role supervises partnerships and student services in a dynamic, international environment.

The temporary position (Dec 2026–Apr 2028) reports to Head of the Office and will engage with students, staff, and external partners to deliver a high-quality international learning experience.