Seeking a country field manager in Johannesburg/Cape Town tol be part of the EduTerra Global International Programs team, which operates Global Leadership Adventures - a teenage study-abroad program.
Job responsobilities:
- The Country Field Manager will represent GLA in South Africa.
- They will help manage all operations for existing programs, engage in new program development, and, during the months of June - August, provide hands-on support to summer field staff and programming.
- They will work closely with the Africa Regional Director of International Programs based in headquarters in San Diego, California as they seek to efficiently provide the most high quality, cost-effective programming possible.
- This position will work remotely; therefore, the ability to utilize multiple technology platforms and engage in effective written and oral communication is essential.
Please review the full job description at: https://www.experiencegla.com/careers/field-positions/
Job requirements:
- Start date: Fall 2017.
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Meaningful experience living abroad.
- 2 years working in an international, multi-cultural work setting.
- T2 years of leadership experience in education, experiential education and/or travel management.
- 2 years of experience managing and coaching staff.
- Significant experience building and managing budgets.
- Extensive network and connections within South Africa; preferable to have additional contacts in other regions of Africa (East or West Africa).
- Excellent interpersonal skills at all levels, including people-management, leadership and flexibility with advanced written and verbal communication skills in both English and local languages.
- Must be familiar with software programs; Word, Excel, etc.
- Have a strong understanding of cultural, political, and operational challenges within the region.
- Ideal candidates understand the power of cross cultural immersion.
- You are a believer in personal growth and development and want to support those around you to achieve the same.
- You are positive and think outside of the box when presented with challenges.
- You genuinely enjoy connecting cross culturally and are patient in your communication.
- Experience running international service-learning programs
- Excellent networking skills
- Experience working with students
- You will be responsible for providing your own office environment which must have access to Internet, Skype, working computer and cell phone with international calling capability at a minimum.
Please submit a cover letter and resume with “Country Field Manager South Africa” in the subject line. Your cover letter should highlight your relevant experience and connections in the region as well as personnel and program management background. Please be sure to include your salary requirements in your cover letter.
About company:
Global Leadership Adventures is a program of EduTerra Global Education, located in Mauritius. GLA's goal is to provide life-changing experiences that will cultivate a global perspective and open-mindedness in students that will ultimately inspire them to become great leaders and global thinkers and seek positive change in their own communities.
