Program Coordinator (4167U), Institute of European Studies - #89592

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Departmental Overview

The Institute of European Studies (IES) at UC Berkeley is the leading research center on Europe in the Western United States, and among the top three such organizations in the nation. Through interdisciplinary scholarship, international collaborations, grant opportunities and community outreach, IES fosters a deeper understanding of Europe's past, present, and future.

IES Mission: Support innovative research and teaching on contemporary and historical Europe, the European Union, and transatlantic relations. Promote academic and cultural ties with European partners. Provide a community for students and faculty who share a European focus to their work. Foster dialogue between scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and the public.

Position Summary

The Program Coordinator supports the organized research activities and programming agendas of the France Berkeley Fund (FBF) and the Institute of European Studies (IES) in consultation with the directors of both organizations. This position supports outreach, communications, program development, and fundraising. To further the mission of both programs, the Program Coordinator promotes and supports research by UCB faculty and visiting researchers via the France Berkeley Fund and the IES Global Exchange programs.

Responsibilities

• Plans and develops new programs and adjusts existing programs in a research and public education environment.
• Actively participates with faculty directors (FBF and IES) in long-range strategic planning for research and public educational programs. The FBF, Austrian Studies, Ctr. of French Excellence, Visiting Scholar, and URAP programs.
• Monitors and coordinates activities according to the terms of the funding agreements.
• Participates in developing constituencies and promoting programs to target audiences.
• Identifies and develops evaluation tools for programs.
• Under general supervision, assists in implementing specific activities for specific fundraising programs and activities.

Required Qualifications

• Working skills to produce and deliver programs.
• Good reading, verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, and good presentation skills.
• Reading knowledge of basic French.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• Continuing education in related field required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of departmental and organization policies and procedures and/or the ability to learn; knowledge of educational program content and objectives.
• Working knowledge of delivering public educational programs.
• Working knowledge of current public education programs and trends.
• Working knowledge of conducting needs assessment.
• Good analytical skills to understand how business needs can be addressed through the design and delivery of training programs.
• Additional European Languages a plus.

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $30.17 - $38.31.

• This is a non-exempt, bi-weekly paid position.
• This is a 4-month, full-time, Limited [temporary] position that is eligible for UC benefits.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Other Information

• This position is eligible for up to 1 day per week of remote work within the United States. Exact arrangements are determined in partnership with your supervisor to meet role responsibilities and department needs and are subject to change.
• This is not a visa opportunity. This position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

Misconduct

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.