This position performs a broad range of duties to ensure efficient operation and function for a department or school.
Coordinates budgets, events, and meetings.
Provides administration support to leadership.
Provides support for all facets of the department or school.
Coordinates special projects.
Other duties as assigned.
 

The International Programs in Agriculture and Natural Resources (IPAN) seeks to leverage the expertise of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (AGNR) for international development by facilitating and catalyzing research, training and extension to transform food systems and livelihoods in developing countries. IPAN works in close collaboration with the Office of International Affairs, AGNR’s Department and Units, and with other Colleges to deliver its mission. IPAN is seeking a Coordinator to oversee day-to-day operations and to support program development, promotion and execution. Among IPAN’s current project areas are: (i) AGNR’s study abroad and student exchange (ii) the 2+2 China Program (iii) the PASET Rsif Scholars Program. Activities to support program development include: (i) building internal and external research, training and extension partnerships for international development activities (ii) project development and resource mobilization (iii) raising the international development profile on campus and internationally.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Use administrative and financial systems as needed to reconcile department accounts and prepare department budget. Process travel requests, procurement, accounts payable procedures, and financial matters such as preparing overloads, invoices, payments to contractors (including farms).

Conduct survey of AGNR faculty’s international work
Assist with 2+2 program with international universities, including tracking applications and arranging events for students. Act as liaison with Office of Admissions, international universities, and Maryland English Institute, to answer questions about admissions process, particular student applications, and to provide information on the AGNR 2+2 program. AGNR Academic Programs department faculty on development and promotion of study abroad and student exchange. Act as liaison between partner institutions and departments to facilitate visiting scholar appointments.

Responsible for working with faculty/travelers in coordinating travel; preparing,
expediting and obtaining visas for international travel for IPAN and associated faculty. Preparing cash travel advances, travel approvals and expense statements.
Assist with training programs, including training for delegations interested in 1 day
training to workshops that last up to 3 weeks. Responsibilities include retaining speakers or subject matter experts, providing logistical support such as scheduling rooms, hotel, meals, and distributing materials. Also provide fiscal responsibilities, such as paying or invoicing vendors, contractors, translators, etc.

Responsible for preparing and providing international activities information and briefs for college and campus publication; searching for grants; proofing grant applications, updating IPAN website and social media accounts.

Preferences:
1 – 2 years of administrative experience.
Strong organizational skills, ability to work in fast paced setting.
Ability to multi-task or juggle several assignments.
Some experience with content management systems.
Demonstrated ability to write clearly and effectively.
Interest in international agriculture, environment or natural resources.

Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of administrative work experience.
Knowledge of Concur/SAP, the Student Award System, and Workday.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Skill in verbal and written communication.
• Knowledge of best practices in organization, administration, and customer service.
• Knowledge of proper protocol in dealing with confidential information.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
• Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service and sensitivity to a culturally and ethnically diverse community.
 

Required Application Materials:

Cover Letter

Resume

References

Best Consideration Date:

09/28/2025

Posting Close Date:

 N/A

Open Until Filled:

 YES

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization.  Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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