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The Carter Center is a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit, nongovernmental organization founded in 1982 in Atlanta, GA, by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, in partnership with Emory University. The Center has helped to improve millions of lives in more than 80 countries by waging peace, fighting disease, and building hope. The Carter Center is guided by a fundamental commitment to human rights and the alleviation of human suffering. It seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health.

The Carter Center collaborates with other organizations, public and private, in carrying out its mission around the world. Current information about the Center’s many programs and activities are available at The Carter Center.

 

SUMMARY: 

 

The Director oversees the marketing, recruitment, selection, and supervision of approximately 100 interns and graduate assistants annually. Educational Programs provides a substantive learning experience that serves as a basis for interns and graduate assistants to explore their career options and develop professional skills through experiential learning and mentorship. Direct the placement, orientation, monitoring, and evaluation of three intern sessions each year. Design and implement all decisions relative to the program structure. Collaborate with program staff regarding supervision. Manage the recruitment and selection of six to eight graduate assistants annually. Develop and maintain relationships with other local and national academic institutions. Support the Development Office in raising funding for Educational Programs. Manage a department budget and stipend distribution for all interns. Manage one professional staff position. Host groups of visitors interested in learning more about the work of The Carter Center.

FORMAL JOB DESCRIPTION:

• The Director of Education Programs at The Carter Center oversees the marketing, recruitment, selection, and supervision of approximately 100 interns and graduate assistants annually.
• Educational Programs provides a substantive learning experience that serves as a basis for interns and graduate assistants to explore their career options and develop professional skills through experiential learning and mentorship.
• Directs the placement, orientation, monitoring, and evaluation of three intern sessions each year.
• Designs and implements all decisions relative to the program structure. Collaborates with program staff regarding supervision.
• Manages the recruitment and selection of six to eight graduate assistants annually.
• Develops and maintains relationships with other local and national academic institutions.
• Supports the Development Office in raising funding for Educational Programs.
• Manages a department budget and stipend distribution for all interns. Manages one professional staff position.
• Hosts groups of visitors interested in learning more about the work of The Carter Center.
• Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A master's degree in student affairs, higher education, counseling, or a field related to the work of The Carter Center, and five years of related experience in an educational environment, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Should have strong knowledge of international affairs, proven leadership ability, student affairs, and a track record in developing and implementing projects and programs.
• Must be experienced in working with college students and faculty, either as an administrator or as a counselor, and possess excellent skills in human relations and problem-solving.
• Experience living outside the United States or with study abroad program administration is desirable.
• Needs to enjoy working in a multi-cultural environment.
• This is a full-time, year-round position.
• Hours may vary according to meetings, events, and responsibilities at any given time.
• Weekend and evening work may be required for special events.
• Some travel may be required.

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to The Carter Center on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines. The Carter Center reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

The Carter Center requires employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption.

 

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