STEPS International Application Support Staff

University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title STEPS International Application Support Staff
Requisition Number TE08528
Department Name 8F060:MBA Center
Work Location Lexington, KY
Salary Range $25.00 per hour
Type of Position Temporary
Position Time Status Part-Time
Required Education
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, or a related field.
Required Related Experience

Previous experience working in or with emerging markets is highly desirable.
Strong understanding of global business practices, regulatory environments, and cross-cultural communication.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with remote teams.
Flexible schedule to accommodate international time zones.

Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Long periods of sitting, ability to communicate effectively across all platforms
Shift
Days (nights/weekends as needed) - on campus. 35 hours per week for a period of four months, starting the first week of October and ending the last week of February.
Job Summary
The Gatton College of Business and Economics at the University of Kentucky is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented International Liaison for Emerging Markets to provide temporary part-time support for our global initiatives. This short-term position focuses on addressing key challenges in collaboration with the Graduate School, the International Center, and other stakeholders, particularly in optimizing our admissions processes and funnel. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in identifying and resolving bottlenecks as we build and streamline these processes, positioning the college for growth in key emerging markets.
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Key Responsibilities:
• Admissions Process Optimization: Work closely with the Graduate School, International Center, and other relevant stakeholders to identify and address inefficiencies in the international admissions process.
• Bottleneck Resolution: Analyze current workflows and assist in removing obstacles within the admissions funnel, ensuring smoother operations and faster processing times.
• Business Development Support: Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to identify and support business opportunities in emerging markets.
• Cross-Cultural Communication: Facilitate effective communication between stakeholders from diverse cultural -.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain relationships with international partners and clients, ensuring effective communication and smooth coordination.
• Reporting & Documentation: Prepare reports to provide updates to international applicants and students.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, or a related field.
• Previous experience working in or with emerging markets is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of global business practices, regulatory environments, and cross-cultural communication.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with remote teams.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate international time zones.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, or a related field.
Previous experience working in or with emerging markets is highly desirable.
Strong understanding of global business practices, regulatory environments, and cross-cultural communication.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with remote teams.
Flexible schedule to accommodate international time zones.

Deadline to Apply 10/06/2024
Our University Community
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As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

Resume
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