"Assistant Director for Intercultural Education and Connections"

Posting Details

Job Title
Assistant Director for Intercultural Education and Connections

Department
OFFICE OF INTERCULTURAL RELATIONS

Position Number
FP393A

Location
Norfolk, VA

Job Summary

The Assistant Director for Intercultural Education and Connections manages a comprehensive unit that supports campus interculturalization efforts and plays a pivotal role in supporting the university’s commitment to student success and a globally engaged community. To achieve this goal, the Assistant Director curates program initiatives aimed at enriching the student experience, promoting campus engagement, and contributing to the interculturalization of the university community. The Assistant Director is responsible for creating program initiatives that support and enhance the sense of belonging, retention, and success of the campus community. Additionally, the Assistant Director strives to foster authentic cross-cultural learning experiences and engagement opportunities, a welcoming and supportive environment where students can thrive academically, personally, and professionally, and are prepared to thrive in an increasingly interconnected global society.

Position Type
FullTime

Type of Recruitment
General Public

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in international education, international/global studies, or a related field; or a bachelor’s degrees in related field with substantial professional experience that equates to a master’s degree.
• Considerable knowledge of the factors impacting the cultural and psychosocial development of international students.
• Working knowledge of global competencies and social issues.
• Excellent intercultural communication skills.
• Demonstrated skills in conducting presentations and effectively networking with a diverse audience.
• Demonstrated skills in promoting events, services, and programs.
• Demonstrated computer skills and knowledge using Microsoft Office and Adobe systems in a Windows/network, and graphic software programs.
• Ability to design, organize and manage programs that help enrich international student life and help them on their transition and development in US higher education institutions.
• Demonstrated ability to implement programs, events, and activities that promote cross-cultural learning experiences and global engagement opportunities within a higher educational setting
• Demonstrated ability to conduct workshops and presentations.
• Demonstrated ability to research and evaluate programs.
• Considerable experience working with initiatives that focuses on intercultural interaction of international and domestic population.
• Considerable experience working effectively with globally diverse student populations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to optimize costs, allocate resources effectively, and adhere to financial constraints to ensure the successful execution of program initiatives.
• Considerable experience in budget management for cultural programs and events.
• Some experience in cross-cultural programming and international affairs as it relates to student services at an institution of higher learning.

Conditions of Employment

This is an on-site position

Job Open Date
02/25/2026

Open Until Filled
Yes

Application Review Date
03/25/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required

Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.