EducationUSA Adviser

TITLE: EducationUSA Adviser

POSITION LOCATION: Qarshi, Uzbekistan

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Part-time (20-25 hours/week)

Summary of Position: The EducationUSA Adviser will be responsible for promoting the EducationUSA program at the American Window in Qarshi and within Uzbekistan at large, providing information and support regarding higher education to groups and individuals, maintaining positive relationships with key partners, and performing administrative tasks. The EducationUSA Adviser will work closely with the Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Tashkent, the Regional Education Advising Coordinator (REAC), American Councils staff, as well as representatives of U.S. higher education. The Adviser will be housed at the American Window in Qarshi and will report to the American Window Director and work closely with the EducationUSA Country Coordinator. They will host guests (students and the general public) at the American Window including EducationUSA and PAS weekly programming. The EducationUSA Adviser will receive formal training and may be eligible to participate in national and international conferences/trainings representing EducationUSA.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Advise on educational opportunities in the U.S. to students, parents, and professionals; respond in a timely, accurate, and professional way to inquiries, correspondence, and public/private requests related to study in the U.S.

• Build a positive image of U.S. higher education and the EducationUSA program.

• Full coordination of a cohort advising program, including recruitment, selection, regular individual virtual and in-person consultations with 20+ cohort students, and curriculum development and implementation.

• Conduct outreach to schools, partner organizations, and American Windows about EducationUSA, this may include travel throughout Uzbekistan.

• Work with U.S. higher education institutions on opportunities to engage with Uzbek students and institutions.

• Manage EducationUSA Uzbekistan-branded social media networks; maintain and update supply of handouts and other informational materials.

• Collaborate with the American Councils, Access Micro scholarship program, FLEX, Fulbright, and other U.S. government programs operating in Uzbekistan to promote U.S. higher education

• Manage the planning and implementation of EducationUSA annual events, such as U.S. Education Fair, International Education Week, Alumni Fair, Pre-Departure Orientation, and others.

• Complete regular reports for PAS, REAC and American Councils Uzbekistan and D.C offices on highlights and challenges, monitor and evaluate initiatives, analyze center statistics and make recommendations based on the data

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Undergraduate degree (Master’s degree preferred) in Education, Communications, or relevant field.

• Understanding of the U.S. higher educational system (experience in the U.S. preferred).

• Demonstrated commitment to international education and cultural exchange.

• 1-3 years of program administration experience.

• Experience in social networking, innovative outreach, presentations, and marketing/promotion.

• Experience in planning conferences, workshops, and other public events.

• Strong writing and communication skills in English, Uzbek, and Russian.

• Demonstrated organizational ability.

• High level of attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities quickly and effectively.

• Effective interpersonal skills, cross-cultural and communication skills.

• Availability for work after regular office hours and on weekends:

• Availability to travel for extended periods.

To apply, please send your CV/resume and a cover letter summarizing your interest and qualifications to info.uz@americancouncils.org. Only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis and applicants are strongly advised to submit their application as soon as possible as this vacancy will be filled once a candidate is identified.

About American Spaces: The Office of American Spaces in the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the Department of State oversees a network of more than 600 open-access cultural centers supported by the U.S. government. These American Spaces, located in more than 140 countries, serve to connect the world with the United States. Modeled after modern American libraries, American Spaces receive millions of visitors each year. These technologically equipped Spaces share American culture and values with foreign audiences providing free access to American books, movies, and programs that demonstrate American values.

About EducationUSA: American Councils-administered EducationUSA Advising Centers are responsible for promoting U.S. higher education and for providing consultations to students and individuals on how to successfully apply to U.S. colleges and universities. EducationUSA centers provide information about testing (SAT, GRE, TOEFL), guidance on how to apply for financial assistance to study in the U.S., and offer monthly lectures and seminars on a broad range of United States educational opportunities and topics. Services and guidance to US higher education institutions on Uzbekistan’s education system and education market are also provided by the Center. The centers are part of a U.S. State Department-supported network of 400 worldwide EducationUSA Advising Centers.

About American Councils: American Councils ACTR/ACCELS is a non-profit, educational, and exchange organization. American Councils administers programs for the U.S. Department of State and other U.S. Federal agencies, which include academic exchange, professional training, institution building, research, curriculum and materials development, technical assistance, and consulting. American Councils administers EducationUSA throughout Eurasia and Central Asia through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Education and Cultural Affairs.

About the American Councils Uzbekistan: American Councils Uzbekistan is the representative field office of American Councils located in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. American Councils Uzbekistan is a registered non-commercial, non-governmental international organization that administers programs on behalf of the U.S. Department of State and the other U.S. government agencies. American Councils Uzbekistan works closely with the EducationUSA Adviser, the staff of the American Center Tashkent, and the Public Affairs Section to support administration and coordination of six American Windows throughout the regions of Uzbekistan.