Associate Director, Global Partnerships

Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world. Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify someone from employment. Prior to any adverse decision, finalists have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding the background check. The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed. Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated. Position Summary/Purpose of Position: Reporting to the Associate Vice President for International Affairs, the Associate Director, Global Partnerships plays a key role in executing the global partnerships strategy within the Office of International Affairs (OIA). This position also assists in writing and editing grant and award proposals, directing the Fulbright Scholars program, and organizing various globally-oriented events. This position is instrumental in enhancing the University of Maryland’s international profile and creating meaningful opportunities for faculty, staff, and students. The Associate Director’s efforts will contribute directly to advancing the university’s strategic plan,

Fearlessly Forward . Required Qualifications: 3 years experience working with international partners in higher education or equivalent. 2 years experience organizing higher education events or equivalent. Demonstrated experience hosting international delegations. 3 years experience writing and editing agreements, briefings, grant and award proposals, or equivalent documents. Preferences: Proficiency in at least one world language other than English. Work experience in an international or other relevant office in a university setting. Additional Information: Salary range $120,000-$124,000. Job Risks: Not Applicable to This Position. Physical Demands: Sedentary/typical office work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. The worker is required to have close visual acuity in order to prepare, analyze, and read frequently from a computer screen. Posting Date:

09/17/2024 Closing Date:

Open Until Filled Best Consideration Date:

10/07/2024 Diversity Statement: The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. Required Documents: Resume Cover Letter List of References (no emails sent from system) Optional Documents: Posting Specific Questions

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