Senior Program Administrator - Tisch College

$64,550 - $96,850/Yr

Tufts University - Medford, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Medford, MA

Educational Services

About the position

The Senior Program Administrator at Tisch College is a full-time, grant-funded role focused on the For Youth By Youth (FYBY) initiative. This position involves collaborating with the Program Manager to develop and implement strategies aimed at engaging marginalized university students and community collaborators. The role emphasizes marketing, communications, and administrative responsibilities to promote the initiative and integrate it with other activities at Tufts University.

Responsibilities

• Partner in the development of goals and strategies for the For Youth By Youth (FYBY) initiative.
• Apply specialized subject matter knowledge to develop, implement, and evaluate the FYBY initiative.
• Implement marketing and communications plans to promote the initiative.
• Manage administrative aspects of the initiative's implementation as needed.
• Assist the Executive Director and Program Manager in tracking established goals for engaging marginalized university students and community collaborators.
• Integrate FYBY priorities and activities with other Talloires Network/Tufts University activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline (e.g., community development, education, international development, public policy) and 5-7 years of related experience.
• Strong foundation in marketing, communications, and administration.
• Experience organizing and implementing virtual and in-person gatherings.
• Ability to prepare high-quality films, case study reports, and presentations.
• Experience in designing and establishing an AI-enhanced tracking and evaluation system.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to write clear and concise case studies for a diverse audience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet demanding timelines.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to effective communication with diverse groups and strategies to increase inclusive democratic participation.
• Ability to handle sensitive matters with judgment, tact, and diplomacy.
• Cultural competency and experience working within a global community.

Nice-to-haves

• Broad understanding of action research, experiential learning, and civic engagement.
• Passion for mobilizing youth networks to achieve systemic changes.
• Interest in exploring the potential advantages and risks associated with artificial intelligence.
• Fluency in Swahili, Hausa, Spanish, French, Portuguese, or Arabic.

Benefits

• Salary range from $64,550 to $96,850 based on experience and expertise.