Global Engagement Programs Lead — Hybrid/Remote

University of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Michigan seeks a Global Engagement Programs and Initiatives Manager to lead a portfolio of international engagement programs and strategic initiatives. You will coordinate campus partners, manage resources, and ensure program success across education abroad, travel, and related systems.

The role involves optimizing scholarship programs, co-managing international agreements, and delivering enterprise-system administration for M-Compass and the University Travel Registry.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in higher education administration or related field, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years in program administration or international education.
• Experience with enterprise systems (Terra Dotta, MoveON, or TeamDynamix).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication with diverse institutional stakeholders.
• Experience with event planning and large-scale workshops.
• Experience living, working, or studying outside the United States.
• Familiarity with best practices in education abroad.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional programs and initiatives advancing the University's international mission.
• Define program goals, workflows, roles, timelines, and measures of success; coordinate campus stakeholders; manage risks and dependencies.
• Oversee administration of scholarship and grant programs and co-manage international agreements.
• Develop training for M-Compass and the Travel Registry; support data reporting and user materials.
• Analyze program outcomes and drive continuous improvement across units.
• Serve as primary administrator for MoveON workflows and enterprise-system enhancements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Event planning

Cross-cultural experience

Education

Master's degree in higher education administration

Tools

Terra Dotta

MoveON

TeamDynamix

Job description

University of Michigan seeks a Global Engagement Programs and Initiatives Manager to lead a portfolio of international engagement programs and strategic initiatives. You will coordinate campus partners, manage resources, and ensure program success across education abroad, travel, and related systems.

The role involves optimizing scholarship programs, co-managing international agreements, and delivering enterprise-system administration for M-Compass and the University Travel Registry.