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GRC Administrator

University of Montana

GRC Administrator

Kansas City, MO
Full Time
Paid
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    Application instructions are located at the bottom of the page. Please apply directly through the University of Montana's career portal UM Jobs at https://umjobs.silkroad.com/ for positions at the University of Montana – Missoula. Do not apply through Indeed.com or use easy apply through Indeed.com *****.


    The Maureen and Mike Mansfield Center invites applications for a Program Officer to lead international exchanges under the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA). The Program Officer works under the direction of the Director of International Programs to design, plan, implement and submit official reports on their respective programs; supports the Executive Director in proposal writing and prospecting; and works closely with the Director of Communications and Director of International Programs to frame international exchange successes and communicate those to program sponsors, the University, and the public.

    This position may entail international travel as stipulated in the specific exchange programs, to support participants and programming.

    This position is highly self-directed with significant exercise of discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of hosting international leaders within the boundaries of the National Security Strategy as interpreted by the U.S. Department of State including health, safety, and security. The candidate must exercise authority to formulate, affect, and support management policies and operating practices that support Mansfield and UM relationships across the community, state, country, and globally.

    Specific responsibilities include:

    • Support the health, safety, and welfare of international participants and staff on the program.

    • Exercise sound judgment on international programming, ensuring compliance with the National Security Strategy and program goals and objectives, as well as the Center’s mission and UM’s Priorities for Action.

    • Advise international leaders, scholars, and students on requirements for maintaining lawful non-immigrant status on programs.

    • Manage program budgets, including expenditures and reporting of grant funds.

    • Supervise personnel, including assistant managers, graduate teaching assistants, and undergraduate students.

    • Build and maintain effective daily communications with global participants and U.S.-based participants, as well as with program and community partners.

    • Coordinate international and domestic travel logistics.

    • Provide on-program support to participants, including emergencies or urgent issues outside of regular business hours and across time zones.

    • Follow UM and federal procedures in all aspects of program management and implementation.

    • Compile and submit program reports, complying with sponsor requirements.

    • Ensure that programs are accurately represented and amplified on the Mansfield website, social media, and other outreach platforms, and work with the Communications Manager on strategy and content.

    • Support grant proposal efforts with the Mansfield Center team.

    • Represent the Center as the lead manager and overall responsibility for all cycles of the relevant program.

    • Manage program alumni activities and alumni information.

    Position Details

    • Position is full-time, 1.0 FTE, Letter of Appointment and includes a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.
    • Salary for this position is $52,000 per year commensurate with qualifications.

    Required Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in a related field related to the mission of the Mansfield Center (international relations, communications, education, etc.) or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

    • Demonstrated independent judgment, discretion, professionalism, initiative, critical thinking skills, independent thought and action, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

    • Ability to build and maintain productive relationships with program partners, including the U.S. Department of State, state and local government, University of Montana, Indigenous tribes and tribal members, subaward partners and with the public.

    • Excellent verbal and written skills, including communication with domestic and international audiences.

    • Knowledge of Microsoft suite and Zoom.

    • Proven ability to succeed in a cross-cultural environment, both in the U.S. as well as overseas, including performing on a team with individuals from different backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

    • International experience, such as study, work, or extensive travel.

    • Ability to handle a high volume of communications.

    • Exceptional attention to detail and effective prioritization of tasks.

    • Ability to be flexible and use sound judgment in unexpected situations.

    • Ability to work independently, but also collaboratively.

    • Ability to work a flexible schedule to accommodate time zones and evening or weekend program activities.


    Preferred Qualifications

    • Master's degree in a field related to the mission of the Mansfield Center: international relations, public administration, communications, political science, etc.

    • Experience working in international education.

    • Working knowledge of federal guidelines as they relate to grant awards.

    • Experience working with the U.S. Department of State.

    • Experience working or living abroad in a region where the Center operates international exchanges.

    • Partial or full fluency in a foreign language.

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    AboutUM and the Mansfield Center

    The University of Montana is a flagship, research-intensive R1 institution with approximately 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 75,000, surrounded by mountains where three rivers converge. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere.

    The Maureen and Mike Mansfield Center is an academic unit of the University of Montana dedicated to fostering globally minded leaders of integrity to achieve a world in which we act with respect and integrity undeterred by our differences. Founded by an Act of Congress in 1983, we honor the life’s work of Senator Mike Mansfield and his wife Maureen to act with integrity in bipartisan leadership, support of democracy, and in global engagement, particularly with Asia.

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    To learn more about the University of Montana, Missoula, and the State of Montana, please visit the links below.

    Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment.
    In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.
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    Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.
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    How to Apply

    Priority Application Date: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by 11:59 PM (Mountain Time)

    Applications received by this date will be guaranteed consideration. Application review will begin on after the date above and continue until the position is filled.

    Please submit the following application materials** via the UM Jobs portal and by clicking "New Resume/CV" button. Please do not apply through Indeed.com*.

    • Letter of Interest – addressing the stated required skills for the position
    • Detailed resume listing education and describing work experience
    • Names and contact information for three (3) professional references

    ***** Applying through Indeed.com or easy apply through Indeed.com may result in submission of an incomplete application. Applications may be removed from full consideration if they are not complete with materials listed above under the "How to Apply" section. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure complete application materials are submitted and received by the date listed above.

    ****** Please note: only five (5) attachments are allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.

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