Essential Functions
The University of Nebraska at Omaha ( UNO ) and its Office of International Programs seek a visionary, strategic leader to serve as the Associate Vice Chancellor ( AVC ) for Global Engagement starting in 2025. The AVC for Global Engagement is the Senior International Officer for the campus, and as such, works closely and collaboratively with senior campus leadership to advance initiatives focused on international students, internationalizing the curriculum, growing global partnerships, and supporting international research. The AVC for Global Engagement is broadly tasked with leading visioning, strategic planning, and implementation efforts for campus international activities and initiatives that engage a broad and varied constituent of campus and global stakeholders. The position is responsible for a) growing and maintaining robust international enrollments, b) leadership and oversight of international programs (i.e., prospective student programming and support, current international student support, study abroad programming, internationalization efforts), c) ensuring consistent communication with campus leadership and oversight of compliance/risk management strategies, and d) intentionally cultivating and stewarding global partnerships and relationships. The position provides executive oversight of the Office of International Programs and reports directly to the Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs. To learn more about the AVC for Global Engagement opportunity, including a detailed Leadership Profile and information about the Office of International Programs, UNO , and Omaha, please visit the search webpage: https://unomaha.peopleadmin.com/postings/22563 . The University and college have a strong commitment to achieving diversity among the faculty and staff. The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. UNO is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an E-Verify employer.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly sits; may stand, walk. See, hear, speak and use of hands.
Required Qualifications
Qualified candidates must possess an advanced degree, have progressive administrative experience, and experience with international student recruiting and partnership building. The successful candidate must also be an effective communicator and able to lead and implement strategic planning on international recruitment and global partnerships at the campus level.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred qualifications include: - An earned doctorate - Experience as an academic leader - Extensive experience with international student recruiting - Ability to foster a shared vision - Experience creating a welcoming and inclusive environment - Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills - Commitment to student success and engagement - Managerial acumen and experience (e.g., personnel, budget, operations)
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly works indoors. Noise level is low to moderate.
Work Schedule
8am-5pm, some evenings and weekends