Bilingual Program Coordinator — Cuban Studies & Events

Florida International University; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida International University in Miami is seeking an administrative professional to assist the Cuban Research Institute (CRI) within the Steven J. Green School of International and Public Affairs.

You will coordinate events, manage communications, and support financial records while liaising with faculty, staff and community partners. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least two years of office experience, with strong English and Spanish language skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two years of office or related experience.
• Fluency in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Provides support to the Cuban Research Institute (CRI) Director, including the execution of administrative objectives and priorities, and recommends procedures when necessary.
• Represents program leadership at meetings and disseminates information as needed.
• Communicates and builds relationships effectively in Spanish and English with faculty, administrators, students, vendors, visitors, and members of the community.
• Provides support for the maintenance of financial and budgetary records, including expenditures and revenues.
• Oversees the promotion of all events, including preparing announcement flyers and maintaining the Cuban Research Institute (CRI) website and social media.
• Responsible for liaison activities among functional areas and other departments.
• Assists in recruiting and collaborating with students interested in Cuban and Cuban-American affairs, including student organizations.
• Coordinates communication and marketing strategies to promote the program across various digital platforms in collaboration with the Steven J. Green School of International and Public Affairs (Green School) Marketing and Communication Team.
• Supervises support staff such as OPS and College Work-Study employees and volunteers. Established goals, professional development opportunities, and evaluates performance as required.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Florida International University in Miami is seeking an administrative professional to assist the Cuban Research Institute (CRI) within the Steven J. Green School of International and Public Affairs.

You will coordinate events, manage communications, and support financial records while liaising with faculty, staff and community partners. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least two years of office experience, with strong English and Spanish language skills.