Program Manager – China Center, Korbel School of International Studies

Job Description

The Josef Korbel School of International Studies at the University of Denver is an interdisciplinary professional school of international studies that prepares students for careers in the public, private and non-profit sectors. Our program provides students with the knowledge, skills and networks to design policies implement programs and realize outcomes which enhance human capabilities around the world.

 

The Program Manager is responsible for:

• Working with the Director in managing daily operation of the China Center and its programs
• Prepare and coordinate monthly Jackson/Ho China Forums, International Symposiums, and other China Center sponsored events
  • Managing logistics to organize forums and symposium including budgeting, reserving site, planning site layout, working with vendors, managing volunteers and operations during the events, paying invoices 
  • Arranging transportation and making hotel reservations for guest speakers 
  • Setting up internal and external meetings plus seeking new resources for continual improvement of events 
  • Creating promotional publications and advertising materials for all events and e-mailing several hundred notifications announcing upcoming meetings 
  • Providing successful and well-organized events that keep the University of Denver and the Denver community aware of the China Center and allow them to attend the events
• Provide editorial assistance to the Journal of Contemporary China
• Perform related office management, including editing and distributing China Centers Newsletter and brochures, maintaining China Centers website, and assisting China Centers visiting scholars
• Supervise work-study and other volunteer staff and coordinate projects with Josef Korbel support staff

 

Required Qualifications:

• Strong writing, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills in English; must be fluent in English 
• Basic accounting/spreadsheet skills 
• Sound judgement, interpersonal ability, organizational management, creativity 
• Requires excellent organizational and communication skills, excellent computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office, web design and database management 
• Able to lift small boxes and reams of paper on an occasional basis, sitting for long stretches 
• Self-starter who works well alone and with others         

• Bachelor’s degree

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Work experience in China and/or Taiwan 

 

Instructions for candidates:

Candidates must apply online through dujobs.org to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Once within the job description online, please click New Resume/CV at the bottom of the page to begin application. If you have questions regarding this position please contact: Dr Zhao, szhao@du.edu. In addition to a resume and cover letter, please upload a writing sample with your application.

 

The position is open until filled.  However, exempt positions at the University of Denver are posted for a minimum of 10 business days, applications are reviewed as submitted and it is in your best interest to complete your application as quickly as possible after the position is posted.

 

The University of Denver is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and staff and encourages applications from women, minorities, members of the LBGT community, people with disabilities and veterans. The University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. 

Department

International Studies, Josef Korbel School of

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

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