Program Director of Global Health

Uniglobalcareers; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Drexel University invites applications for a Program Director of Global Health to lead core administrative and operational functions that support global health initiatives and immersive learning opportunities. The role reports to the Associate Dean for Global Health and Human Rights and oversees the WASH Graduate Certificate program.

The position combines strategic program oversight with day-to-day operations, including financial planning, stakeholder communications, student support, onboarding,

Qualifications

• PhD or doctorate in Public Health, Education, or International Development.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall global health office functions at the university.
• Oversee immersive learning experiences connected to the WASH Graduate Certificate program.
• Manage the Drexel University and Desert Research Institute WASH Capacity Building Program.
• Coordinate financial planning and administrative operations for the program.
• Support stakeholder communication across university and external partners.
• Manage student registration processes and student records.
• Coordinate onboarding for international scholars and adjunct faculty.
• Conduct graduation checks and liaise with university offices.
• Support global immersive training operations.
• Assist with the Dornsife Global Development Scholars program.
• Support student recruitment activities for global experiential learning opportunities.
• Coordinate pre-departure training for students.
• Support risk management and safety compliance processes.
• Contribute to diversity-focused engagement strategies within immersive global learning initiatives.
• Travel nationally and internationally as required

Skills

Strong systems skills

Willingness to travel nationally

Willingness to travel internationally

Education

PhD or doctorate in Public Health, Education, or International Development

Job description

United States — International Student Market

1.2M inbound students (2025) +3%

1. India 363K

2. China 266K

3. South Korea 42K

4. Canada 30K

5. Vietnam 26K

9 international branch campuses in United States

OVERVIEW The Program Director of Global Health at Drexel University leads core administrative and operational functions that support global health initiatives and immersive learning opportunities. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Global Health and Human Rights, this role oversees the WASH Graduate Certificate program and supports multiple areas of university program coordination, student engagement, and international collaboration. The position combines strategic program oversight with day-to-day operational management. Responsibilities include financial planning, communication with stakeholders, student support, onboarding processes, and coordination with university offices. The role also contributes to global development and experiential learning initiatives that expand access to immersive educational experiences.

Key responsibilities

• Lead overall global health office functions at the university
• Oversee immersive learning experiences connected to the WASH Graduate Certificate program
• Manage the Drexel University and Desert Research Institute WASH Capacity Building Program
• Coordinate financial planning and administrative operations for the program
• Support stakeholder communication across university and external partners
• Manage student registration processes and student records
• Coordinate onboarding for international scholars and adjunct faculty
• Conduct graduation checks and liaise with university offices
• Support global immersive training operations
• Assist with the Dornsife Global Development Scholars program
• Support student recruitment activities for global experiential learning opportunities
• Coordinate pre-departure training for students
• Support risk management and safety compliance processes
• Contribute to diversity-focused engagement strategies within immersive global learning initiatives
• Travel nationally and internationally as required

Requirements

• PhD or doctorate in Public Health, Education, or International Development
• At least 2 years of relevant experience
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally
• Strong systems skills WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS This position supports university efforts to expand global health education through immersive and interdisciplinary learning opportunities. By coordinating program operations, student engagement, and international collaboration, the role helps strengthen academic development and experiential learning within a global context. The work also contributes to operational continuity for grant-funded initiatives that support communication, training, and partnership development across multiple stakeholders.

Bonus: Application advice

• Highlight experience managing academic or global program operations in higher education settings
• Emphasize communication experience involving students, faculty, and external stakeholders
• Include examples of administrative systems management and organizational coordination
• Demonstrate familiarity with immersive or international education initiatives
• Showcase experience supporting compliance, student services, or risk management processes
• Prepare examples that reflect leadership, collaboration, and program development skills