Job Opening
FLEX Abroad Program Local Coordinator
Location: Tbilisi, Georgia
The FLEX Abroad Program Local Coordinator is responsible for functions related to implementation of the FLEX Abroad Program in Tbilisi, while supporting and aiding the FLEX Program Hub director in Georgia when needed. The position reports to Program Hub director and works in conjunction with Washington-based program managers.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordination of the FLEX Abroad Program in Tbilisi:
Plan and implement all components of the FLEX Abroad program cycle in Tbilisi:
• Host family recruitment, selection, orientation, and financial arrangements (stipends, reimbursements, etc.)
• Host school selection
• Student arrival and departure travel logistics
• Local visa support
• Regular host family and student meetings
• Arrival, mid-year, and end-of-program orientations
• Local language instruction
• Participant engagement in community service
• Cultural excursions and activities for students and host families
• On-program support, which includes logistical, administrative, emotional support to participants and host families, facilitation of medical and dental services, monitoring of overall participant adjustment process, progress in school, language acquisition, community service, and the resolution of host family and other on-program issues.
• Other duties as assigned
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: 30 hrs per week
REPORTS TO: FLEX Program Hub Director
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, in a relevant field of study
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in exchange program administration or position with similar duties
• Outstanding time management, organization, networking, and planning skills
• Demonstrated excellence in communication and multicultural interpersonal skills
• Fluency in English
• Familiarity with the education system in Georgia
• Experience traveling under difficult conditions
• Flexibility to occasional work on weekends and evenings
• Experience in budget management
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office software suite and common social media platforms
Interested candidates who meet the requirements, please apply with resume and motivation letter at:
Deadline: May 1, 2022