Global Partnerships Program Assistant

Department: Global Education Office

Classification: GMU Worker

• Job Category: Part-Time / Hourly Wage
• Job Type: Part-Time/30-35 hrs per week

Location: Fairfax, VA

• Workplace Type: Hybrid Eligible
• Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience
• Criminal Background Check: Yes

About The Department:

The units directly under the Senior International Officer (SIO) are the Global Education Office (GEO) and International Enrollment Partnerships (IEP). In addition, there is close collaboration with other international-focused units at the university such as INTO Mason, Mason Korea, and the Office of International Programs and Services (OIPS). These units collectively support the internationalization efforts of the university and support George Mason University's Strategic Plan, serving both students studying abroad, as well as international students coming to Mason.

About The Position:

GEO is seeking a Global Partnerships Program Assistant. This position reports to the Manager, Direct-Enroll/Bilateral Exchange. This position maintains relationships with GEO staff, students, and administrative units on campus. Duties include answering student inquiries, processing student forms, advising students on program options, and the creation, maintenance, and publishing of program materials.

Responsibilities:

Administration and Record Keeping

• Updates online program materials and cost sheets;
• Assists with maintenance of GEO handbook updates related to bilateral exchange and direct enroll programs; and
• Supports office administrative functions related to exchange and direct enrollment programs.

Program Recruitment and Advising

• Monitors daily emails and respond to student inquiries;
• Advises students on program options and study abroad policies; and
• Assists with incoming exchange student program.

Promotion of Study Abroad and other duties as assigned

• Assists with special projects;
• Assists with organizing activities to promote exchange and direct enrollment; Attends GEO events to promote study abroad; 
• Exhibits excellent interpersonal and communication skills; and
• Is detail oriented and accurate.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree; and
• Experience living, working or study abroad also preferred.

Instructions To Applicants:

For full consideration, applicants must apply for Global Partnerships Program Assistant at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume for review.

• Posting Open Date: September 22, 2025
• For Full Consideration, Apply by:  October 6, 2025
• Open Until Filled:  Yes