Global Study Abroad Director | Programs & Partnerships

Uniglobaltechnologies; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is seeking a Program Director for Study Abroad Programs to lead the development and administration of international study and exchange initiatives. This role supports overseas programs through operational oversight, student services, faculty collaboration, and institutional representation.

The position also contributes to international scholarship coordination, participant support, and health and safety practices connected to study abroad opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Two years of experience managing study abroad programs.
• Illinois residency must be established within 180 days of start for out-of-state hires.

Responsibilities

• Manage the development and administration of study abroad and exchange programs.
• Oversee budgeting and financial management for programs.
• Coordinate faculty recruitment for abroad programs.
• Promote programs and support student participation.
• Manage student selection and orientation processes.
• Coordinate international scholarship programs including Fulbright and Gilman.
• Serve as the university’s international representative.
• Provide leadership to study abroad staff and affiliated faculty.
• Oversee exchange relationships with partner institutions.
• Support health and safety best practices for study abroad participants.

Skills

Program leadership

Budgeting

Student advising

Faculty collaboration

International partnerships

Education

Master's degree in related field

Job description

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is seeking a Program Director for Study Abroad Programs to lead the development and administration of international study and exchange initiatives. This role supports overseas programs through operational oversight, student services, faculty collaboration, and institutional representation.

The position also contributes to international scholarship coordination, participant support, and health and safety practices connected to study abroad opportunities.