Program Manager for Academics, NYU Berlin
On-siteBerlin, State of Berlin, Germany or North Canton, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Coordinate academic administration for NYU Berlin by supervising staff, managing classroom scheduling, and overseeing curriculum development. Support lecturers through onboarding, training, and pedagogical guidance while handling syllabus reviews and grade oversight. Manage student registration, drop/add processes, and academic accommodations, including disciplinary procedures and English as a Second Language support. Plan co-curricular trips, internships, and on-campus events, and maintain accurate academic records in compliance with FERPA and GDPR. Assist in lecturer recruitment and course approvals, ensuring alignment with university policies and inclusive community standards.
Required Qualifications
- Successful completion of a university degree
- Minimum of four years' experience in university of study abroad academic administration
- Bilingual German/English
- Strong familiarity with German and US higher education
- Understanding and empathy with the needs and expectations of international students
- Excellent attention to detail, flexibility, problem-solving, organizational and interpersonal skills
- Excellent written and oral skills with experience of addressing public audiences
- Ability to manage workloads, deadlines, and responsibilities with limited supervision
- Ability to gather and report information accurately, clearly and concisely
- Ability to collaborate effectively with others in support of the organization's mission
- Proficiency in standard office and office productivity software, CMS skills, and familiarization with AI
- Ability to exercise good judgement and to handle sensitive information in a discreet, professional manner
- A valid work permit for Germany through the end of the contract
- Candidates must have the unrestricted right to work and live in Germany prior to appointment
Desired Qualifications
- Successful completion of a Master's Degree
- Five or more years of experience working with a US university, or with Study Abroad students, or with international student
- Genuine interest in getting to know a very diverse set of international students and lecturers every semester
Additional Requirements
- Candidates must have the unrestricted right to work and live in Germany prior to appointment
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