Assistant Director of Student Life - London, United Kingdom - Foundation for International Education

Foundation for International Education

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Description

FIE:

Foundation for International Educationis an international educational organisation working in partnership with universities and colleges in the US to provide immersive study abroad programs for undergraduate students in London, Dublin, and Amman.

FIE is currently seeking qualified, resourceful and confident applicants for the following full-time, permanent position.

Job Title:
Assistant Director of Student Life

Location:
South Kensington, London, England

Salary:
£38,000 to £42,000 gross, per annum DOE

Start Date:1st June

Application deadline: 14th April

Job Summary:

The Assistant Director of Student Life will be assisting and supporting the Director of Student Life in the day to day management and running of the Student Life Office, deputising for them in their absence.

The successful applicant will also be responsible for developing, organising and executing FIE's co-curricular programming.

Role Purpose

Assist the Director of Student Life in the day to day management and running of the Student Life Office
Deputise for the Director of Student Life in their absence
Develop, organise and execute FIE's cocurricular programming, utilising London and beyond as a learning laboratory

Areas of responsibility
1- Work closely with the Academics team to review course syllabi and maintain,
manage and develop FIE's co-curricular programming (i.e. events, trips, tours and

guest presenters) by:

Ensuring that FIE's core values and mission are developed and embedded within the co‐curricular programme
Liaising with US Program Administrators, visiting faculty and FIE faculty to plan and deliver cocurriculars that support the range of academic courses on offer. A tracking system to monitor cocurricular activities will be comanaged by the Assistant Director of Student Life and the Academic Team
Maintaining and developing relationships with third party service organisations contracted for co‐curricular and extra‐curricular programming

2- Supervise, mentor and assist the Student Life Coordinator in devising and
implementing all aspects of pre-departure, orientation and extra-curricular
programming

3- Manage and maintain accurate financial records from the Student Life Office
budget on a timely basis and provide necessary receipts and documentation to
the Chief Finance Officer

4- Oversee and develop Student Life admin and communications, including material
and documents for the FIE website, databases and social media

5- Maintain and grow the Student Life Office as a reference/resource centre,
enabling students to gain assistance as required (open door policy)

6- Be familiar with FIE policies and procedures related to emergencies and
implement them when required, monitoring and reporting all situations to the
appropriate person(s)

7- Advise students on matters of personal concern, including medical or emotional,
within his/her capability, and if necessary, refer them to the appropriate resource

8- Participate, when required, in the referral of disciplinary matters

9- Ensure all relevant publications, materials, subscriptions and memberships are up to date

10- Promote and develop student charity fundraising, sustainability, green and other
initiatives

11- Maintain a strong working relationship with the FIE Admin, Facilities, IT,
Experiential Education, Finance, Residence Life, and Academic Team as well as US
Partner Institutions, Administrators, Visiting Faculty, FIE Faculty, Guides, Venues
and other Agents

12- Assist with all aspects of programme delivery as directed

Required Skills and Qualifications

Undergraduate degree or equivalent
Excellent organisational and administration skills with a great attention to detail
Substantial experience working with undergraduate students and/or in a peoplecentered role
Excellent writing and communication skills, and an ability to engage effectively with different groups of stakeholders
High level of IT competency, with a knowledge of the MS Office package, databases and social media
Ability to develop and maintain high standards of service provision
Ability to work effectively under pressure, priorities their workload, and meet deadlines in a team setting
Aptitude for establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of the organisation
Ability to self‐assess and reflect on performance
Capacity for innovation, resourcefulness, creativity at work
A broad knowledge of London and England as an educational and social source
Knowledge of the US and its people

Desired Skills & Experience

Previous personal experience of having studied and/or worked abroad
An understanding of the international education sector, and preferably with some knowledge of the US Higher Education system
Experience working with international students
Strength in presenting in front of large groups

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