Director, Global Education & Study Abroad

Middle Georgia State University; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Retirement benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Middle Georgia State University (MGA) invites applications for a Director of International Education to provide strategic leadership for international programs across MGA's multiple campuses. The role centers on developing, implementing, and evaluating study abroad, exchange and mobility initiatives, and global partnerships with a focus on student mobility and program quality.

The successful candidate will oversee risk management, faculty support, and cross-campus collaboration to advance

Qualifications

• Ph. D. required.
• Demonstrated professional, academic, or administrative experience in a related field.
• Ability to lead international education initiatives and collaborate with campus stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage Study Abroad/Away programs, international scholar services, and exchange and mobility agreements.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for international learning initiatives.
• Promote innovation in global program delivery.
• Oversee creation and quality assurance of global learning initiatives and outcomes.
• Ensure safety and risk management for international travel with faculty-led programs.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with international universities and organizations.
• Collaborate with campus departments to promote internationalization.
• Provide training and resources to faculty for globally relevant courses.
• Ensure support services, advising, and technology access for international students.
• Develop strategies to increase student engagement and retention in global programs.
• Manage policies for international collaborations and global exchanges.
• Collaborate with marketing to promote programs domestically and internationally.
• Pursue grants and external funding to support expansion.
• Evaluate effectiveness through data analysis and feedback.

Skills

Interpersonal relations

Oral and written communication

Time management

Analytical skills

Research skills

Computer literacy

Program management

Education

Ph. D. required

Job description

Middle Georgia State University (MGA) invites applications for a Director of International Education to provide strategic leadership for international programs across MGA's multiple campuses. The role centers on developing, implementing, and evaluating study abroad, exchange and mobility initiatives, and global partnerships with a focus on student mobility and program quality.

The successful candidate will oversee risk management, faculty support, and cross-campus collaboration to advance