Company Introduction
WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel and experiential learning. The company was founded in 1967 to provide middle school travel programs to Washington, D.C., and has grown to provide a wide range of programs for more than half a million students annually to over 100 countries around the world. WorldStrides offers experiential learning programs in educational travel, performing arts, language immersion, career exploration, service-learning, study abroad, and sports. Each of these experiences helps students to see beyond the classroom and to see the world - and themselves - in new ways.

Job Description
Reporting to the Senior Director of Campus Partnerships, the WorldStrides Regional Director at The University of Alabama, will serve as the main contact for our partners at The University of Alabama, including staff and faculty, as well as an initial point of contact for their students considering education abroad. As an in-person position based at The University of Alabama's Capstone International Center, the Regional Director, under the strategic guidance of both Custom Programs and ISA/TEAN leadership, will work collaboratively with The University of Alabama's Capstone International Center and stakeholders across campus to recruit and advise students participating in ISA, TEAN, and WorldStrides faculty-led programs, as well as educate and serve individuals and units on campus who support those students. The Regional Director is the main point of contact for faculty interested in leading a program abroad with WorldStrides Custom Programs, with responsibilities ranging from developing proposals for programs, assisting with promotion and events, such as pre-departure orientations before a program departs, and managing the logistical details of the program from confirmation to travel.

Job Responsibilities

• Identify new prospects at The University of Alabama by connecting and building relationships with university partners including Capstone International Office staff, faculty, and other administrator
• Develop a comprehensive awareness and understanding of WorldStrides' relationship with The University of Alabama, including the needs, pain points, and priorities of the students, staff, and faculty around education abroad
• Assist with management of WorldStrides programs within The University of Alabama's portfolio, including projects such as curricular mapping and identifying featured programs
• Develop and implement a strategic plan to increase partner engagement through the development of collaborative initiatives that help realize The University of Alabama objectives and growth for WorldStrides
• Meet and exceed annual growth goals and targets in order to maximize revenue growth
• Assist with supervising undergraduate student Global Ambassadors at The University of Alabama
• Utilize and maintain WorldStrides CRM database systems, effectively managing the sales and program management and program management processes
• Student lead generation and education abroad advisor support, aiming to foster exceptional service to our partners at The University of Alabama
• Design and host student-facing activities, faculty meetings, and other outreach activities as needed to achieve goals
• Champion WorldStrides programs at study abroad events, pre-departure orientations, and other institutional engagements
• Follow standards of best practices from professional organizations such as NAFSA and Forum on Education Abroad that support international education -.
• Report on enrollment, trends, opportunities, and projects to WorldStrides colleagues and leadership
• Maintain detailed records of all activities
• Support WorldStrides internal teams and external university partners in the region as needed
• Serve as account manager for all confirmed custom programs

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to commute for work on-campus at The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa
• Demonstrated experience in a multicultural setting
• Highly organized and strong time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and desire to learn new aspects of the International Education field
• Project management experience with ability to partner across teams
• 1-2 years proven ability to work effectively under minimal supervision

Education, Experience, and Training

• Bachelor's degree
• Study abroad or other international travel
• Public speaking, networking, relationship building

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in related field
• 3+ years of experience in the field of international education

Location(s)

Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA

Work Perks

• Fun & driven environment.
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, life, accidental death and dismemberment, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance, FSA healthcare, FSA dependent care, HAS with employer contribution, and generous 401k match.
• 10 paid floating corporate holidays, 1 paid volunteer day & 25 PTO days to start - accrue up to 28 over 3 years, 4 mental health days, and 5 bereavement days.
• Tuition reimbursement up to five thousand, two hundred fifty dollars annually or one thousand dollars towards professional certification annually.
• Opportunities for paid and discounted travel.
• Flexible work schedule providing on-site, remote, and virtual office opportunities.
• Encouraged participation in our Employee Resource Groups and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion council.
• Fitness Center and cafe onsite at select locations.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Parental, Caregiver, and Disability leave.
• Team Member Discount Program

WorldStrides, a global organization, is committed to educate and serve communities worldwide. Our commitment is fueled by the passion of our team members and partners to make experiential learning accessible, while also being socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible. Together, we accomplish this by investing in initiatives to promote inclusion, diversity, and sustainability.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WorldStrides` is committed to building a diverse workforce, supported by an environment that promotes inclusion and belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

WorldStrides will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to commute for work on-campus at The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa
• Demonstrated experience in a multicultural setting
• Highly organized and strong time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and desire to learn new aspects of the International Education field
• Project management experience with ability to partner across teams
• 1-2 years proven ability to work effectively under minimal supervision

Education, Experience, and Training

• Bachelor's degree
• Study abroad or other international travel
• Public speaking, networking, relationship building

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in related field
• 3+ years of experience in the field of international education