Program Specialist

University of Vermont; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

IMDiversity is seeking a Program Specialist for the University of Vermont in Burlington to provide administrative and program support for Gund Institute initiatives. The role includes managing competitions, overseeing a climate change initiative, and conducting budget management. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and three years of experience are required, along with proficiency in Microsoft applications. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in related field required.
• Three years of related work experience.
• Proficiency with spreadsheet, word processing and database applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to Gund Institute initiatives.
• Manage administration of international climate initiative.
• Track and analyze institutional metrics.

Skills

Effective written and oral communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to multi-task

Proficiency with spreadsheet, word processing and database applications

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Program Specialist

University of Vermont - Burlington, VT

Provide administrative, program and project support to Gund Institute initiatives. Fifty percent is to manage Gund competitions (e.g. PhD, Postdoc, Catalyst Award), provide development support and coordination, and track and analyze institutional metrics. Manage administration of an internationally funded climate change initiative (CCAFS Low Emission Development), including budget management, assistance with fundraising and proposal development, organization of workshops, support of impact assessment, and preparation of reports for bilateral donors, including federal agencies. May supervise support staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in a related field, including natural resource management, food systems, agriculture, climate change, business/economics, international development or sustainability science knowledge with three years of related work experience required. Proficiency with spreadsheet, word processing and database applications. Effective written and oral communication skills. Attention to detail and highly organized. Ability to multi‑task and work in a fast‑paced office environment.

Desirable Qualifications

Database experience, workshop organizing experience, and experience with grant proposal development desired. Budget management and previous experience supervising student employees desired.

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.