Program Associate

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

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A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

The Carolina Asia Center is UNC's flagship Asia institute and a National Resource Center ( NRC) funded by a Title VI grant from the US Department of Education. Funding as an NRC supports initiatives to provide educational and outreach programs at local, regional, and national levels for K-12 and post-secondary educational institutions as well as for business, media, government, and the general public.

The Program Associate will support the coordination and implementation of day to day activities of the Carolina Asia Center, including these outreach programs. The Program Associate will be supervised by the Center's Associate Director and will work with Center's Director, Business Manager, and Program Director for the Phillips Ambassadors program as well as the Center's partners. The duties include, but not limited to the following:

- Coordinate, plan, organize and implement Asia related events on campus and beyond
- Work with faculty working groups and student organizations to organize and implement Asia related events
- Provide administrative and logistic support to implement programs
- Assist with research, data collection and report writing
- Support outreach program to K-12 schools and community colleges, business, media and government at local, regional and national levels
- Draft web updates and newsletters; compile and distribute weekly Asia-related opportunities and events listings
- Manage the Center's listservs
- Attend Asia-related events as required
- Provide support to run fellowship/grant programs including Foreign Language and Area Studies fellowship program
- Provide support for the CAC Visiting Scholars program as needed
- Evenings and weekend work may be required, but partially flexible schedule
- Provide other support as required to develop or implement programs to achieve the Center's mission and strategic goals
- Supervise federal work-study students through AY

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Enjoy working as a team member as well as independently

- Academic training on Asia
- Excellent oral and written communication, proofreading, and editing skills
- Experience developing and writing e-newsletters is a plus
- Ability to interact with diverse personalities including faculty, staff, students, K-14 educators, representatives of government agencies, and the general public

Not Applicable.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.