Global Studies Programs & Partnerships Coordinator

Northwestern University; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Tuition benefits

Retirement savings plan

Wellness programs

Job summary

Northwestern University in Evanston seeks an experienced administrative professional to support the Center for Global Studies and related initiatives. You will engage undergraduates, assist faculty with curricular development, and coordinate key academic programs including Practitioners in Residence and visiting professors.

The role manages student progress records, processes declarations and petitions, and helps plan events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of program or project administration experience.
• Excellent writing and communication; detail-oriented with strong office skills.

Responsibilities

• Update IS majors/minors on requirements and opportunities with campus partners.
• Maintain database tracking student progress toward degree completion.
• Process declarations and petitions; guide graduations and study abroad articulation.
• Support curricular development and integration of visiting scholars into curriculum.
• Administer logistics for the Practitioners in Residence program.
• Coordinate with the RB Visiting Professor in International Studies and external partners.
• Develop undergraduate engagement opportunities and oversee Global Café mentors and events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent writing

Collegiality

Administration skills

MS Office

Time management

Initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree required

Bachelor's degree in Global Studies or related field (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Northwestern University in Evanston seeks an experienced administrative professional to support the Center for Global Studies and related initiatives. You will engage undergraduates, assist faculty with curricular development, and coordinate key academic programs including Practitioners in Residence and visiting professors.

The role manages student progress records, processes declarations and petitions, and helps plan events.