University of Oregon
Department Summary
The Division of Global Engagement (DGE) strives to transform the University of Oregon into a more global institution. In today’s higher education landscape, international engagement is not an optional add-on; it is a fundamental mission that is crucial to creating a thriving, socially relevant, intellectually vibrant academic community, as outlined in UO’s Academic Plan. DGE works to support and integrate a wide range of international initiatives, large-scale projects, and transnational partnerships in our diverse academic units. The units within DGE include International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS), Global Education Oregon (GEO), and Global Studies Institute (GSI).
GEO (Global Education Oregon) is the UO study abroad office and a provider of international programs available to partner universities. At Global Education Oregon, we establish pathways for students, faculty, and university partners to engage in international, experiential learning. Guided by the belief that international engagement is essential for cultivating global citizens, we:
- Prepare students for the demands of the 21st-century workforce by offering exceptional academic and professional development opportunities abroad.
- Connect faculty with cross-cultural perspectives that enhance their teaching and research.
- Provide personalized, progressive international programming and collaboration approaches to institutional partners.
Global Education Oregon (GEO) is proud to be a partner of Generation Study Abroad.
Position Summary
This position collaborates closely with the leadership of the Division of Global Engagement (DGE) to develop, coordinate, and implement new and existing revenue-generating programs across units, in alignment with UO’s global engagement mission. The GEO Finance and Operations Manager (FOM) reports to the Assistant Vice Provost and Director of GEO study abroad and serves as the primary accounting officer for GEO study abroad.
In coordination with other members of the DGE and GEO leadership teams, as well as the DGE finance team, the FOM oversees all aspects of GEO’s financial operations. This includes, but is not limited to, managing the design and approval of individual GEO program budgets, overseeing quarterly and annual budgets for the 4 GEO centers in Europe, analyzing enrollment trends to forecast revenue for DGE and UO leadership, and ensuring efficiency and transparency in GEO study abroad operations by monitoring and evaluating financial processes.
This position works closely with the entire GEO leadership team to maintain efficient, flexible, and accessible operating systems for tracking data and managing nearly 100 for-credit study abroad programs, such as Studio Abroad and Smartsheet. This involves developing, testing, and implementing processes and procedures that support the integration of operating systems with all members of the GEO team and campus stakeholders.
Additionally, as a member of the GEO leadership team, the FOM provides research, decision-making advice, and other support to DGE leaders related to financial and operational decisions that impact GEO, DGE, and the university as a whole. The FOM also receives cross-training to provide backup support for other critical functions managed by members of GEO’s leadership team, including the Executive Director, the two Assistant Directors for Global Programming, the Assistant Director for Student Success and Analytics, and the Global Risk Manager.
Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, international education, global studies, or a related field.
• Four years of post-graduate professional experience in business management, finance, international education, higher education administration, or a related field, or a combination of education and experience (e.g., master’s degree + two years of post-grad professional experience).
Professional Competencies
- Ability to strategize, prioritize, and multitask to meet goals and deadlines in an academic or professional setting.
- Ability to problem-solve in an entrepreneurial environment that requires adaptability.
- Ability to manage a diverse portfolio of tasks, including leadership, supervision, and independent project management.
- Flexibility and agility in response to a changing work environment.
- Ability to lead colleagues and external stakeholders in successfully executing complex projects with competing objectives.
- Commitment to solving problems and providing the highest level of customer service.
- Ability to collaborate with faculty and external staff as partners.
- Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Commitment to international education and the promotion of cross-cultural understanding.
- Ability to positively engage with and foster teamwork among individuals from diverse professional, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in a relevant field.
- Significant international experience through study, employment, or residence abroad.
- Experience developing and implementing program management tools using Smartsheet or similar software.
- Supervisory experience.
- Experience with Banner, Studio Abroad, or related software.
- Experience working with externally funded programs (contracts, fee-for-service, private or federal grants, etc.) from development to management.
- Experience developing and/or implementing risk management procedures in an international context.
- Professional proficiency in a language other than English.
- Experience with group facilitation, public speaking, or leadership training.
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